Chokanan Mangoes in Lekir, Perak Rival Harum Manis Mangoes

While Perlis is famous for the deliciousness of its Harum Manis mangoes, the mangoes in Lekir, Perak are just as impressive. Chokanan mangoes are becoming a new attraction as an agricultural product actively cultivated by entrepreneurs in the Lekir, Perak area.

Chokanan Mangoes are actively cultivated at the Permanent Food Production Park (TKPM) in Lekir, Perak, serving as the main crop alongside various other fruits and vegetables grown on 75 hectares of land. A total of 25,000 Chokanan Mango trees have been planted at the Permanent Food Production Park (TKPM) in Lekir, Perak, managed by 11 participants of the TKPM program, consisting of university graduates and trained military retirees. Entrepreneurs placed at the Permanent Food Production Park (TKPM) in Lekir, Perak have undergone several courses covering crop management, pest management, and other entrepreneurial training to help participants improve management and increase Chokanan Mango production.

With assistance from various parties, including the Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (MARDI), the Perak State Department of Agriculture, and the Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (FAMA) of Perak, Chokanan Mangoes have been successfully marketed as far as the southern part of the country.

The total annual production of Chokanan Mangoes from the 75-hectare area is 800 tonnes. Demand for Chokanan Mangoes continues to rise with every harvest, and it is not impossible for its market to expand internationally.

Credit RTM - Selamat Pagi Malaysia

Although Chokanan Mangoes are not as well-known as Harum Manis mangoes, they hold significant potential due to their unique characteristics. This mango variety is also seen as a viable alternative for Harum Manis mango enthusiasts.

The price for these Chokanan mangoes starts from just RM5 to RM6 per kilogram. Sources and references:

• RTM - Selamat Pagi Malaysia
• Utusan Online