From the archive record
Mangoes, an important commercially grown crop in India. Farm employees collect mature mangoes at a farm in India. The collected mangoes are spread out for sorting. The mangoes are arranged inside the wooden boxes lined with newspapers and covered. The boxes are sealed and loaded into the truck. "Mango leaves are fed to cattle in the shortage of fodder. Leaves are also used in various ceremonies in Hindu rituals. Mango tree has certain medicinal properties. Its wood is used for furniture making and as fuel. Fruit is a source of vitamin A and C. Mango pulp is laxative in nature and has unique nutritional value. Fruit is utilized at all stages of development in various ways ranging from chutney, pickles and curries. Ripe fruit is taken after meals. Various types of syrups, nector, jams and je