Mango production in Florida

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Florida is the largest producer of mangoes in the United States.

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History

The first commercial mango orchard in Florida was planted in 1833. [1] Mango growing and breeding was a hobby of wealthy men in South Florida including Henry Ford and Thomas Edison. [2]

As a craft beer industry developed in Florida beers which included mango began to appear. [3] In 2021 Florida was the largest producer of mangoes in the United States. [4]

Season

In the Florida Keys mango season is May-July. [5]

Risks

Outside of South Florida frost is an issue with Central Florida providing marginal production with adequate protection. [6]

Variable weather can make the harvest unreliable. [7] South Florida has significant hurricane risk. [8]

Culture

The Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables, Florida hosts the annual International Mango Festival. [9]

Key West holds an annual Mango Festival, [10] in the Keys a "mango fairy" is said to leave ripe mangoes for people. [5]

Breeding

Florida is home to a number of mango breeders. In the 21st century the University of Florida has used genetic profiling to improve the industry. [4]

Varieties developed in Florida

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