I want to send Chausa to far markets and maybe export. Is it true Chausa handles transport better? How should I harvest and pack it for long distance?
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Yes, Chausa is a relatively firm, good-keeping mango, which is why it is favoured for distant markets and export at the tail of the season. To use that advantage, harvest at correct mature-green stage (not soft), with a short stalk, using a clipper or picking pole to avoid sap burn and bruising. De-sap by inverting fruit briefly, wash, optionally give a hot water dip to cut anthracnose, dry, and grade by size. Pack in ventilated CFB boxes with cushioning, single layer for premium grade. For long distance, pre-cool and move fruit at recommended cool temperature; mango is chilling sensitive so do not over-chill. For export, you also need a registered orchard, residue compliance, and the destination-specific treatment (hot water or vapour heat) and certification. Ripen at destination in a controlled chamber for best appearance.
Harvesting mature but firm and packing single layer reduced my transit losses. Soft fruit never survives the long truck ride.