PUSA Pratibha Mango (पुसा प्रतिभा आम)
Buy PUSA Pratibha Mango plant online from Madhyanchal Nursery — NHB 2-Star certified grafted saplings dispatched from Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh. PUSA Pratibha Mango (पूसा प्रतिभा आम) is an IARI-developed early-season hybrid variety delivering consistent per-acre yield, compact semi-dwarf growth, and commercial bearing from year 2–3. Ideal for commercial orchard plantations across MP, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, and Gujarat. Minimum order: 500 plants.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Mangifera indica ‘PUSA Pratibha’ |
| Hindi Name | पूसा प्रतिभा आम (Pusa Pratibha Aam) |
| Parentage | Amrapali x Janardhan Pasand (IARI, New Delhi) |
| Fruit Season | June – July (early to mid-season) |
| Fruit Weight | 200–300 grams per fruit |
| Tree Type | Semi-dwarf, compact canopy |
| Plant Type | Grafted — fruits in 2–3 years from planting |
| Spacing (High Density) | 4m x 4m — approx. 250–265 plants per acre |
| Spacing (Standard) | 6m x 6m — approx. 110–120 plants per acre |
| Certification | NHB 2-Star Certified Nursery |
| Minimum Order (MOQ) | 500 plants |
About PUSA Pratibha Mango — Variety Details
PUSA Pratibha is a hybrid developed by IARI (Indian Agricultural Research Institute) by crossing Amrapali — India’s most popular commercial dwarf mango — with Janardhan Pasand, a variety known for consistent early bearing. The result is a semi-dwarf plant that combines Amrapali’s high-density planting advantage with an earlier fruiting season and improved fruit uniformity.
Fruit is oval to oblong, medium-sized (200–300g), with attractive orange-yellow skin at full ripeness. Flesh is fibre-free, deep orange, and moderately sweet with Brix approximately 17–20 degrees. Shelf life after harvest is 10–14 days, making it suitable for both local market sale and short-distance transport. The early-season ripening in June–July positions PUSA Pratibha ahead of most popular late-season varieties, allowing farmers to capture better farm-gate prices before the main mango season glut arrives.
Its semi-dwarf growth habit means less pruning labour compared to vigorous varieties like Langra or Kesar, and the compact canopy supports inter-row operations on larger farms. PUSA Pratibha is a reliable early-season variety for farmers who want income in June–July to complement late-maturing varieties in a diversified mango orchard. For comparison, see our Noorjahan Mango Plant (exotic premium late-season variety) and our Amrapali Mango Plant (high-density dwarf hybrid, July–August season).
Per-Acre Farming Economics — PUSA Pratibha Mango
| Parameter | High Density (4m x 4m) | Standard (6m x 6m) |
|---|---|---|
| Plants per acre | approx. 260 plants | approx. 115 plants |
| First fruiting (grafted) | 2–3 years after planting | |
| Full commercial yield | 4th–5th year onward | |
| Mature yield per acre | 8–14 tonnes | 4–7 tonnes |
| Farm-gate price (2026) | Rs.25–Rs.55 per kg | |
| Annual income per acre (mature) | Rs.2 lakh–Rs.5.5 lakh | Rs.1 lakh–Rs.2.5 lakh |
| Plantation setup cost per acre | Rs.90,000–Rs.1.3 lakh | Rs.45,000–Rs.65,000 |
| Break-even (approx.) | 4th–5th year | |
Climate and Soil Suitability for Madhya Pradesh
PUSA Pratibha Mango performs well across MP’s major mango-growing zones. The Malwa Plateau (Indore, Ujjain, Dewas, Ratlam), Vindhyan region (Rewa, Satna, Sagar, Damoh), and Narmada Valley (Hoshangabad, Narsinghpur) are all suitable. Required conditions: well-drained black cotton soil or alluvial soil, pH 5.5–7.5, annual rainfall of 700–1,100 mm, and dry conditions during flowering in February–March. MP’s typical summer temperatures are within tolerance range for established trees.
The variety’s June–July fruiting aligns well with Madhya Pradesh’s pre-monsoon and early monsoon period. Farmers should ensure timely irrigation during the February–March flowering flush, as dry flowering conditions directly improve fruit set and reduce malformation. Drip irrigation with fertigation significantly improves fruit size and yield consistency in years with erratic monsoon onset. Browse our full range of commercial grafted mango varieties suited to MP’s climate at our certified fruit plants catalogue.
Planting and Care Guide
Best planting time for PUSA Pratibha Mango is June–July at monsoon onset for rain-fed farms, or February–March for farms with reliable irrigation. Monsoon planting gives highest first-season survival by reducing watering requirements while roots establish.
Prepare 60 cm x 60 cm x 60 cm pits at chosen spacing at least 15–20 days before transplanting. Fill each pit with well-composted farm yard manure (15–20 kg per pit), single super phosphate (150 g), and native topsoil. Allow filled pits to settle before planting to avoid subsidence that buries the graft union below ground level.
In the first year, irrigate every 8–10 days during dry spells to establish roots. From year 2 onward, the three critical irrigation periods are pre-flowering in January (to support bud development), during flowering in February–March (to improve fruit set), and during fruit development in April–May (to improve fruit size and prevent premature drop). Avoid waterlogging at any stage. Apply NPK fertiliser at 100 g per plant in year 1, increasing by 100 g per plant annually until year 5. Support with 10–15 kg farm yard manure per plant each October after harvest. Annual light pruning after harvest in August–September — removing dead and crossing branches — maintains good air circulation and reduces fungal disease risk.
Frequently Asked Questions — PUSA Pratibha Mango Plant (पूसा प्रतिभा आम)
पूसा प्रतिभा आम कौन सी किस्म है और यह कहाँ विकसित हुई?
पूसा प्रतिभा आम IARI (भारतीय कृषि अनुसंधान संस्थान), नई दिल्ली द्वारा विकसित एक संकर किस्म है। इसे Amrapali और Janardhan Pasand के संकरण से तैयार किया गया है। यह semi-dwarf किस्म है जो जून–जुलाई में फल देती है, जब बाजार में अधिकतर देरी से पकने वाली किस्में अभी तैयार नहीं होतीं — इसलिए किसानों को बेहतर भाव मिलते हैं।
PUSA Pratibha Mango plant kitne saal mein phal deta hai?
Grafted PUSA Pratibha Mango plants from our NHB 2-Star certified nursery typically give their first small harvest 2–3 years after planting. Full commercial production begins from the 4th–5th year onward. At that stage, high-density orchards at 4m x 4m spacing can yield 8–14 tonnes per acre annually. Seedling-grown trees take 6–8 years to fruit and are not recommended for commercial orchards — always choose grafted plants.
PUSA Pratibha aur Amrapali mango mein kya antar hai?
PUSA Pratibha is a direct descendant of Amrapali, inheriting the compact semi-dwarf growth habit and suitability for high-density planting. The main difference is season: PUSA Pratibha fruits in June–July (early), while Amrapali fruits July–August (mid to late). PUSA Pratibha has a slightly better sugar-acid balance at harvest. Farmers who plant both varieties spread their harvest across two months and reduce the market glut risk that comes from single-variety orchards.
Is PUSA Pratibha Mango suitable for Madhya Pradesh climate?
Yes — PUSA Pratibha Mango is well-suited to Madhya Pradesh’s climate and performs commercially across the state. It does well on Malwa Plateau black cotton soil (Indore, Ujjain, Dewas), in the Vindhyan region (Rewa, Satna, Sagar), and in the Narmada Valley (Hoshangabad, Narsinghpur). It tolerates MP’s summer heat, requires dry conditions during February–March flowering, and its June–July ripening aligns with the pre-monsoon market window when early mango prices are strongest.
What is the minimum order quantity and how are plants dispatched?
The minimum order quantity (MOQ) is 500 grafted plants. Madhyanchal Nursery is a commercial B2B nursery supplying bulk orders to farmers and orchard developers — we do not supply single plants for home gardens. All saplings are 8–12 months old grafted plants dispatched in polybags, ready for direct field transplanting. We supply across Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar. Call or WhatsApp +91-9753884743 for current pricing and stock availability.
Order Certified PUSA Pratibha Mango Plants in Bulk
Madhyanchal Nursery is an NHB 2-Star Certified nursery in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, supplying grafted PUSA Pratibha Mango plants to commercial farmers and orchard developers across India. All planting material is nursery-grown under quality-controlled conditions, grafted true-to-type from verified mother plants. Plants are 8–12 months old at dispatch, well-established in polybags, and ready for direct field transplanting without additional nursery acclimatisation.
We arrange delivery to farm locations across MP, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar. Bulk pricing applies for orders above 1,000 plants. Confirm stock availability and dispatch timeline before placing your order.
To place a bulk order of 500 or more plants, call or WhatsApp: +91-9753884743
