Approximately 20,000 trees have been planted to date, with a target of 30-35,000 by 2010, thousand and average yield of 300 mangoes per tree a year. At peak level, the farm is expected to generate 9,000,000 units yielding 4 to 5,000 tons of fruit.
The plantation is managed in accordance with the standard protocols for organic farming, in which for example, organic composting is used instead of synthetic farm chemicals. The mango trees are well suited for organic farming since they are perennials and develop a significant mass over the years; they are therefore able to extract the nutrients they need for growth from their natural environment.
Our standing varieties comprise:
-Kent: Large and plump with reddish color (about 500 grams). Firm, tender with juicy deep-yellow to orange yellow flesh. Rich flavor with little fiber in flesh.
-Keitt: Our main production, a large mango whose weight can reach 900 grams, is moderately sweet with greenish-yellow color; red or pink blush. The skin is thick and tough and a sweet flavor with little fiber. Very resistant to anthracnose with great handling and shipping characteristics.
-Haden: Distinguished by a smooth skin and oval shape. It weighs about 400 grams with base color of bright yellow, and a crimson or red blush. The skin is thick and the flesh is firm and juicy with deep sweetness in flavor.
-Tommy Atkins: Of bright color, characterized by a red, hard skin. Shaped like the Haden but with tart taste. Ideal for combination with salty foods.
-Madam Francine: Medium-size, oblong shape with greenish to yellow golden color, deep orange flesh and apricot-like flavor. Developed originally in
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All these varieties have a harvesting period spread out between April and September.
These varieties benefit fully from the ideals conditions of latitude and climate to create a fruit characterized by its exceptional texture, absence of fibers components and a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity in its taste.