Question: Which method of propagation is commercially used for mango in North India? (RJ ARO Horti 2022)
Options:
Tongue grafting
Side grafting
Veneer grafting
Cleft grafting
• Veneer grafting is the most prevalent method for mango propagation in North India due to several factors:
-High Success Rate: It boasts a high success rate, ensuring a good yield of grafted saplings.
-Adaptability: It's suitable for a wide range of mango varieties and rootstocks commonly used in the region.
-Ease of execution: The technique is relatively simple to master, allowing for efficient large-scale grafting operations.
-Strong Union: It results in a strong and durable union between the scion and rootstock, leading to healthy and productive trees.