Anwar Ratol
| Anwar Ratol | |
|---|---|
| File:Anwar Ratol Mango.png Anwar Ratol mangos, also shown sliced. | |
| Genus | Mangifera |
| Species | Mangifera indica |
| Cultivar | "Anwar Ratol" |
| Origin | Rataul, Uttar Pradesh, India |
Anwar Ratol (sometimes spelt Anwar Rataul) is a small, yellow variety of mango known for its sweetness and fiberlessness. It is sometimes called the 'mini powerhouse'. It is cultivated in the Punjab and Sindh regions of Pakistan, and near the village of Rataul in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is very sweet in taste with less fiber.[1]
History
Variations
There are two variations of this mango: The early season variety is fragile and prone to the climate elements. Much of the crop is destroyed by strong wind and heavy rain, but it is also the most popular and sweeter of the two varieties. Its growing season is very short - just a few weeks in May and June. The late season variety is more stable, with a thicker skin and is less sweet. It grows in July and August.
"Mango diplomacy"
Since 1981, Pakistan has been sending Anwar Ratol mangoes to heads of state and diplomats as part of its "mango diplomacy" to promote their mangoes around the world and create better relations with other countries like Australia and India.[2][3]
See also
Further reading
- Kaushik, Narendra (8 August 2016). "Mango mismatch". Bangkok Post. Retrieved 2021-02-01.
References
- ↑ Cite error: Invalid
<ref>tag; no text was provided for refs namedhindubusiness - ↑ Prakash, Om (2005). A Tryst with Mango: Retrospect, Aspects, Prospects. APH Publishing. p. 28. ISBN 978-81-7648-912-6.
- ↑ "Diplomats fascinated by Pakistan mangoes, share fondness on social media". gulfnews.com. Retrieved 2020-07-22.
