The mango (Mangifera indica) is a fleshy, drupe-like fruit that originates from tropical regions, but is appreciated all over the world for its sweet taste and juicy texture. 


Here’s more information on the organic mango varieties available from CrowdFarming!

How do I know if myhe mango is ready to eat?

As a climacteric fruit, it continues to ripen after being harvested, which means that your mangoes might arrive at your house hard – that means it was just hanging on the tree a few days ago! The ripe mango is soft to the touch, especially around the stalk area (the “rabillo”) where it emits a sweet aroma. Depending on the variety, when the mango is ripe, it will show a bright colour ranging from yellow to red or even purple. It is important to note that, although colour can be an indication, aroma and softness are more reliable signs of ripeness.

How to ripen green mangoes faster at home? 

• Keep them in the box with the rest of the mangoes or store them in a paper bag at room temperature. 
• You can also put them with other climacteric fruits such as bananas or apples to accelerate their ripening process thanks to the ethylene they release.

How to preserve and store a mango at home?

If the mango is undamaged and you want to slow down the ripening process, refrigeration is a good option. However, if you plan to consume it soon, it is better to keep it at room temperature to enjoy its flavour to the fullest. As it is a tropical fruit, prolonged cold can affect its structure and flavour.

How to make the most of a ripe mango at home?

You have many options to keep enjoying your mangoes! 

• a) Smoothies or milkshakes
• b) Sauces for meat or fish
• c) Mango puree
• d) Mango sorbets or mango ice cream
• e) Mango jam

Here are some recipes to make the most of your organic mangoes!

What happens if my mango is mouldy or damaged?

If your fruit has arrived overripe or in poor condition, contact our customer service team or report the incident through your private area in your CrowdFarming user account. By clicking on “report a problem” and submitting a complaint, we will be able to notify the farmer and work with him to find a solution.

If you want to know how to preserve and ripen other fruits, click here.