GRADING AND PACKING
Growers use many systems to de-sap fruit, postharvest
treat for pest and disease control, grade and pack. One
example follows.
Prior to destalking, dip the field lugs in a solution of
water and an approved detergent to minimise skin
damage due to sap burn. Then place the destalked
fruit stem-down on mesh sheeting to drain the sap for
around 30 minutes. Wear gloves to protect your skin
from sap burn. Some people are very sensitive to the
caustic mango sap.