Mangoes

Varieties

Hayden– is the roundest of the mango varieties. It has a bright yellow-orange flesh, firm texture, and flat, oval pit.

Kent– is an oval-shaped mango that is softer than other varieties. Its fiber-free flesh is sweet with a tropical flavor.

Tommy Atkins– is the most colorful mango, distinguished by its firm skin and medium fiber. It is shaped like a Haden but contains less flavor.

Keitt– is the largest mango variety. Unlike other varieties, it may remain totally green with just a hint of yellow even when fully ripe.

Francisque – is a medium-size, flat mango from Haiti with an apricot-like flavor. Its color ranges from a deep orange to completely green.

Van Dyke – is a small mango with pineapple-like flavor.

Ataulfo – is another small mango. It is very sweet, rich

U.S. Grades

U.S. Fancy, U.S. No. 1, U.S. No. 2

Storage Conditions

USDA recommended storage 55° F (12.8° C). Approximate freezing point 30.3° F (-0.9° C). At these temperatures, mangosshould keep for two to three weeks. Some varieties may be successfully stored at 50° F (10.0° C);