FARMER’S ACT

THE mango (mengelera indica) is said to have originated from east India. Buddhist monks were believed to have introduced this fruit to Malaysia in the fourth and fifth centuries.

Legend has associated the mango tree with Lord Buddha. Prosperity and good luck are associated with mango tree-planting in some cultures.

It is the only fruit that transcends all food taboos and is enjoyed by a wide spectrum of people the world over.

It is the national fruit of India, Pakistan and the Philippines. In Bangladesh, it has been named the country’s national tree (according to a source on Wikipedia).

Mangoes are a favourite in many cultures and a popular ingredient in many local and foreign recipes.

Malaysia is a tropical country with plenty of sunshine and rainfall, and the favourable climate makes it possible for different species of mangoes to be grown locally. It’s common to see mango trees in many rural and urban areas nationwide.

Many enterprising agriculture and agro-industry farmers have taken to planting mango trees as a commercial venture. Most are found in the northern region, especially in Perlis. The environment and climate in this region