Archive · 19 May 2025
Tamil Nadu Mango Farmers Navigate Season's Challenges
Farmers in Tamil Nadu are harvesting mangoes, facing challenges from climate change like unseasonal rains.
They use special techniques to harvest the mangoes, like using a long pole with a cutting tool.
Some farmers grow organic mangoes and sell them online.
Unpredictable weather has caused crop loss for some farmers, while others are seeing great form from their harvest.
Some farmers have also experienced challenges, like losing their crop to animals.
Different varieties of mangoes are harvested throughout the season, offering a variety of tastes for customers.
Mango season in Tamil Nadu is underway, with farmers harvesting various varieties.
Climate change and unseasonal rains have impacted mango yields for some farmers.
Farmers are using organic methods and techniques to manage their crops.
Mangoes are shipped across Tamil Nadu, with some farmers selling online.
Farmers face challenges such as crop loss due to weather and animals.
- Who
- Mango farmers in Tamil Nadu, including K. Baskar and Sathish Ramasamy.
- What
- Mango harvesting and the challenges and opportunities faced by farmers.
- When
- The peak mango season, approximately mid-May 2025.
- Where
- Tamil Nadu, India, including Dindigul, Salem, and Rajapalayam
- Why
- To harvest and sell mangoes, despite challenges from climate change and other factors.
- Key Varieties
- Alphonso, Imam Pasand, Neelam, Malgova, Karunkurangu, Mohandas
- Main Growing Districts
- Dindigul, Theni, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Vellore, Thiruvallur, Salem
- Farmer's Concern
- Climate change and unseasonal rains affecting yields and quality.
- Organic Farming Practices
- Using biological sprays, washing in alum
- Online Sales Platforms
- Namkalam