This UP Teacher Is Growing 138 Mango Varieties, Including Japan's Costliest, In His Backyard
Anil Yadav, a teacher from Jaunpur, cultivates 138 mango types in an organic orchard, now dubbed a 'Mango Museum', attracting students, researchers, and farmers across India
Anil Yadav, a resident of Vishunpur village in Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, is transforming the landscape of mango farming in India. A government school teacher by profession, Anil has combined technology and innovation to grow an extraordinary collection of 138 mango varieties from both India and overseas within his orchard.
Committed to organic farming practices, he cultivates a wide range of mangoes, including prestigious varieties such as Miyazaki (Japan), Alphonso (Maharashtra), Dussehri (Uttar Pradesh), Totapuri (Andhra Pradesh), and Kesar (Gujarat), all noted for their exceptional flavour, colour and quality.
Embracing Technological Advancements In Agriculture
Yadav has successfully integrated modern irrigation technology into his farming practices, receiving 90% financial assistance from the government. Through the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana (PMKSY), he installed a drip irrigation system, which delivers water directly to plant roots in a controlled manner, thereby conserving water and enhancing crop yield.
His dedication has turned his orchard into a 'Mango Museum', attracting students, researchers, and fellow farmers. Anil actively encourages others to adopt sustainable and technology-driven farming, showcasing how agricultural innovation, combined with hard work, can yield both environmental and economic rewards.
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May 28, 2025, 08:59 IST
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