Fundamentals of Horticulture

Banana

Banana

1. The fruits are harvested at different maturity level based on distance of transport.
2. For long distance transport 75-80% maturity and for short distance transport 90-100% maturity fruits can be harvested.
   1. When the pulp peel ratio reaches 1.2 - 1.6.
   2. Days taken from shooting, i.e., 3.0-3.5 months.
   3. Disappearance of angularity of the fingers.
   4. Brittleness of floral ends.
   5. Drying of leaves in some varieties.

Matured Bananas

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