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<p>Avocado (<i>Persea americana</i> Mill.), commonly referred to as ‘Makhan Phal’ or ‘Butter Fruit’ in India, has garnered increased attention over the past decade due to its high nutritional value, creamy and buttery texture, and distinctive appearance. Mainly, the three major avocado races cultivated globally are ‘Mexican’, ‘West Indian’, and ‘Guatemalan’, which are further classified into Type‑A and Type‑B based on their synchronous dichogamy flowering behaviour. In India, there has been a&#xa0;growing emphasis on expanding avocado production, supported by various government initiatives and research institutes. Despite being introduced between 1906–1914, there is a&#xa0;dearth of comprehensive information on the production technology for avocado cultivation. Therefore, this review aims to highlight recent advancements in avocado cultivation practices, addressing key aspects such as species diversity, flowering and pollination processes, propagation techniques, training and pruning methods, irrigation practices, nutrient management, and harvesting strategies. With rising consumer demand for healthy fruits and the adaptability of avocado to diverse agro-climatic conditions, there lies significant potential for its commercial expansion in India. Strategic research, policy support, and farmer-centric initiatives could further unlock the avocado’s role in enhancing nutritional security and farm income.</p>

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Unlocking the Potential of Avocado in India: Exploring Diversity, Cultivation Practices, and Pathways to Progress

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  • 发表日期：

    2025年6月2日

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  • Suvrajit Patra,
  • Lalitkumar L. Maurya,
  • Khushal Balram Muradi,
  • Megha Raghavan,
  • Anu G. Krishnan,
  • Subham Maurya,
  • Jyothi Bhaskar,
  • Reena Prusty,
  • Sourav Ranjan Mohapatra,
  • Asish Kumar Panda

摘要

Avocado (Persea americana Mill.), commonly referred to as ‘Makhan Phal’ or ‘Butter Fruit’ in India, has garnered increased attention over the past decade due to its high nutritional value, creamy and buttery texture, and distinctive appearance. Mainly, the three major avocado races cultivated globally are ‘Mexican’, ‘West Indian’, and ‘Guatemalan’, which are further classified into Type‑A and Type‑B based on their synchronous dichogamy flowering behaviour. In India, there has been a growing emphasis on expanding avocado production, supported by various government initiatives and research institutes. Despite being introduced between 1906–1914, there is a dearth of comprehensive information on the production technology for avocado cultivation. Therefore, this review aims to highlight recent advancements in avocado cultivation practices, addressing key aspects such as species diversity, flowering and pollination processes, propagation techniques, training and pruning methods, irrigation practices, nutrient management, and harvesting strategies. With rising consumer demand for healthy fruits and the adaptability of avocado to diverse agro-climatic conditions, there lies significant potential for its commercial expansion in India. Strategic research, policy support, and farmer-centric initiatives could further unlock the avocado’s role in enhancing nutritional security and farm income.