Mango Harvesting and Processing

Harvesting

Mangoes are harvested in two ways: by hand for reachable trees and using nets with long sticks for taller trees.

Sorting and Inspection

Harvested mangoes are gathered, arranged in baskets, and taken to an inspection area for trimming and sorting.

Processing for Market

Mangoes are transported to a facility for processing and market preparation, where they are:

• Sorted using a roller bar sorting machine
• Washed using a high-pressure pump
• Packed in boxes for market

Juice Production

Mangoes can be processed into juice by:

• Passing through a sorting machine
• Washing and preheating to remove enzymes
• Peeling and pulping using a mango pulper or manual process
• Washing and cleaning using a bubble washing machine
• Degassing to prevent oxidation
• Homogenization to reduce particle size
• Filling and capping bottles
• Labeling and packaging

Frozen Mango Chunks

Mangoes can be processed into frozen chunks by:

• Blanching to halt enzyme activity and preserve color and flavor
• Dicing into small pieces
• Inspecting and adjusting chunk size
• Freezing using a fluidized monomer quick freezing machine
• Packing into plastic bags

Term	Definition	Example Usage
Harvesting	The process of gathering crops, in this case, mangoes, from the field or orchard.	Mangoes are harvested in two ways: by hand for reachable trees and using nets with long sticks for taller trees.
Sorting Machine	A device used to separate objects of different sizes or types, often used in food processing.	Mangoes are sorted using a roller bar sorting machine to separate them by size and quality.
High-Pressure Pump	A device that uses high pressure to force a liquid, such as water, through a system or object.	Mangoes are washed using a high-pressure pump to remove dirt and debris.
Homogenization	The process of breaking down particles in a liquid to create a uniform consistency.	Mango juice is homogenized to reduce particle size and create a smooth texture.
Blanching	A process that involves briefly submerging food in boiling water to halt enzyme activity and preserve color and flavor.	Mangoes are blanched to halt enzyme activity and preserve color and flavor before being frozen.
Fluidized Monomer Quick Freezing Machine	A device that uses a combination of air and cold temperatures to quickly freeze food.	Mango chunks are frozen using a fluidized monomer quick freezing machine to preserve their texture and flavor.
Peeling and Pulping	The process of removing the skin and breaking down the flesh of a fruit, such as a mango.	Mangoes are peeled and pulped using a mango pulper or manual process to extract the juice.
Degassing	The process of removing air or gas from a liquid to prevent oxidation and spoilage.	Mango juice is degassed to prevent oxidation and spoilage before being packaged.
Inspection and Adjustment	The process of checking and adjusting the size or quality of food products.	Mango chunks are inspected and adjusted to ensure they meet the desired size and quality standards.
Labeling and Packaging	The process of applying labels and packaging food products for distribution and sale.	Mango juice is labeled and packaged in bottles for distribution and sale.

Mango Harvesting and Processing Vocabulary Quiz

Question 1: What does “reachable” mean in the context of mango harvesting?

Choose the correct answer:

Accessible only by ladder

Accessible without the use of ladders or equipment

Located in a remote area

Requiring specialized equipment

Question 2: What is the purpose of “degassing” in mango juice production?

Choose the correct answer:

To add flavor to the juice

To prevent oxidation

To increase the juice’s shelf life

To change the juice’s color

Question 3: What is the purpose of “homogenization” in mango juice production?

Choose the correct answer:

To separate the juice into different components

To reduce particle size

To increase the juice’s viscosity

To add flavor to the juice

Question 4: What is the purpose of “blanching” in frozen mango chunk production?

Choose the correct answer:

To add flavor to the mango chunks

To change the color of the mango chunks

To halt enzyme activity and preserve color and flavor

To increase the shelf life of the mango chunks

Question 5: What is the purpose of “trimming” in the sorting and inspection process?

Choose the correct answer:

To remove damaged or rotten mangoes

To sort mangoes by size

To pack mangoes into boxes

To remove stems and leaves from the mangoes

Answer Key:

1. B) Accessible without the use of ladders or equipment

2. B) To prevent oxidation

3. B) To reduce particle size

4. C) To halt enzyme activity and preserve color and flavor

5. D) To remove stems and leaves from the mangoes

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Passive Voice and the Use of the Present Simple and Present Continuous Tenses in Descriptive Texts

Explanation

In the provided text, we can see the use of the passive voice and the present simple and present continuous tenses in descriptive texts. The passive voice is used to describe the processes and actions that are performed on the mangoes, such as “are harvested”, “are gathered”, “are taken”, “are transported”, “are sorted”, “are washed”, “are packed”, etc. This helps to focus on the actions rather than the doers of the actions. The present simple tense is used to describe general truths and habitual actions, such as “Mangoes are harvested in two ways” and “Mangoes are transported to a facility for processing and market preparation”. The present continuous tense is not used in this text, but it could be used to describe actions that are happening at the moment of speaking, such as “Mangoes are being harvested” or “Mangoes are being processed”. It’s worth noting that the use of the passive voice and the present simple tense helps to create a formal and objective tone, which is suitable for descriptive texts.

Quiz

1. What tense is used in the sentence “Mangoes are harvested in two ways”?

A) Present continuous

B) Present simple

C) Past simple

D) Past continuous

2. Why is the passive voice used in the sentence “Mangoes are sorted using a roller bar sorting machine”?

A) To focus on the doer of the action

B) To focus on the action rather than the doer

C) To describe a past action

D) To describe a future action

3. What would be the correct form of the verb in the sentence “Mangoes ______ being processed into juice”?

A) is

B) are

C) been

D) being

4. Which of the following sentences is in the present simple tense?

A) Mangoes were harvested yesterday.

B) Mangoes are being harvested now.

C) Mangoes are harvested in two ways.

D) Mangoes will be harvested tomorrow.

5. Why is the present simple tense used in the sentence “Mangoes are transported to a facility for processing and market preparation”?

A) To describe a past action

B) To describe a future action

C) To describe a general truth or habitual action

D) To describe an action that is happening at the moment of speaking

Answer Key

1. B) Present simple

2. B) To focus on the action rather than the doer

3. D) being

4. C) Mangoes are harvested in two ways.

5. C) To describe a general truth or habitual action