10 things you didn't know

1.  The variety behind the Calypso™ brand is called B74 - catchy name eh?

2.  The Calypso™ Mango is expected to add AUD$50 million to the value of the Australian mango industry
     in the next five years.

3.  The botanical name for the mango tree is "Mangifera indica".

4.  Mangoes are known as the "King of Fruits" and originated in south-east Asia.

5.  Mangoes were introduced into Australia during the early years of European settlement via ships trading
     between north Queensland and south-east Asia.

6.  In India, mangoes are considered to be a sacred fruit as it is thought that Buddha used to only meditate
     under a mango tree.

7.  Unlike other types, the trees that produce Calypso™ mangoes, yield just two years after planting.

8.  Mangoes belong to the same family as the cashew and pistachio nut.

9.  Mango, both in its green and ripe form is a very good tenderising agent, therefore ideal to include in
     any marinade.

10. Consumption of Australian mangoes is approximately 60, 000 tonnes per annum. That is an average of
      900g per household or two to three pieces of fruit a season.