15/11/2023
Out of the hundreds (and probably thousands) of strains of Carabao variety Mangoes found in the Philippines, the Department of Agriculture (D.A.) have identified a total 12 Carabao Variety Mango strains that proved to be superior in quality. They are superior in terms of fruit size, fruit sweetness and have proven to be prolific fruit bearers.
The 12 D.A. Certified Strains are as follows: (Guimaras strains)GES 73, GES 77, GES 84, GES 85, Talaban, Tanaleon, Fresco, Efondo, Galila; (Zambales strain) Sweet Elena; (Bataan strain) Lamao; (Ilocos strain) MMSU Gold.
All 12 D.A. certified strains have passed a strict accreditation process and ARE ON THE SAME LEVEL OF FOOTING IN TERMS OF QUALITY. There is no significant difference if you compare one certified strain with that of another certified strain.
Quality is assured across the board for all 12 DA certified mango strains.Having certified mango planting materials simply takes out the "guess-timate" factor in mango farming since you are assured of the quality of your mango fruits and production capability. That is why it is highly suggested to "would-be" mango farmers to always make sure to get ONLY certified planting materials when they do start a mango farm.
