Definition:
Maturity indices are the sign or indication the readiness of the commodity for harvest. It is the basis for determining harvest date.
A. Physiological maturity: It refers to the stage in the development of the fruits and vegetables when maximum growth and maturation has occurred.
Horticultural maturity:
It is a developmental stage of the fruit on the tree, which will result in a satisfactory product after harvest.
Physiological maturity :
It refers to the stage in the development of the fruits and vegetables when maximum growth and maturation has occurred. It is usually associated with full ripening in the fruits. The Physiological mature stage is followed by senescence.
Commercial maturity:
It is the state of plant organ required by a market. It commonly bears little relation to Physiological maturity and may occur at any stage during development stage.
Harvest Maturity:
It may be defined in terms of Physiological maturity and horticultural maturity, it is a stage, which will allow fruits / vegetables at its peak condition when it reaches to the consumers and develop acceptable flavour or appearance and having adequate shelf life.
Crops Name : Maturity Index
Mango : Tapka
Banana : Finger Filling
Jackfruit : Tapping
Watermelon : Tapping
Muskmelon : Netting
Onion : Neck Fall (50%)
Garlic : Neck Fall (50%)
Citrus : Juice Content (50%)
Avocado: Oil content
Apple : T state
Pineapple : Flattening of Eyes
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