Scientists Discover Simple Method to Keep Mango Fresh for 28 Days

Researchers at Edith Cowan University in Australia, led by Dr. Mekhala Withana, have developed a simple and safe method to extend the shelf life of mangoes. Immersing mangoes in ozonated water for 10 minutes before refrigeration allows them to stay fresh for up to 28 days.

Ozonated water significantly reduces the risk of cold damage to the fruit while being safe for humans and the environment. In experiments on the Kensington Pride variety, mangoes maintained their quality nearly twice as long, with 40% fewer cold-related injuries.

Dr. Withana noted that around 20% of mangoes in Australia are lost due to spoilage. Water ozonation is inexpensive, scalable, and can be applied at harvest sites or before export processing. Future research aims to test other mango varieties and further extend shelf life without compromising quality.