Manganese Deficiency in Avocado India — Symptoms, Causes & Correction

Interveinal chlorosis on young leaves, grayish-green mottling. Less severe than iron.

pH>6.5 reduces availability. Overlimed soils, alkaline soils.

Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka
Sandy loam, pH 5.5–7

Correction Products & Doses

Product	Method	Rate	Best For
Manganese EDTA 13%	Foliar + Drip	1–2g/L foliar / 300g/acre	Quick correction, all soils
Manganese Sulphate 30.5%	Soil + Foliar	5g/L foliar / 5–8kg/acre soil	Acidic soils

Confirm deficiency — Soil test + leaf analysis. Check soil pH (most deficiencies are pH-related).
Immediate foliar spray — Apply Manganese EDTA 13% at 1–2g for fast correction. Repeat after 7–10 days.
Drip correction — Apply via fertigation for lasting effect.
Prevent recurrence — Include in regular nutrition program. Test soil pH and adjust if needed.

Direct from CIB-registered manufacturer. Share your soil test and we recommend exact dose for your farm.