"Fruit Cracking in Pomegranate – Causes,Organic Remedies & Smart Prevention"
- durgaprasad thota
- Jun 27
- 2 min read
"Fruit Cracking in Pomegranate – Causes, Organic Remedies & Smart Prevention"
🔍 What is Fruit Cracking?
Fruit cracking is a common physiological disorder in pomegranate, especially during the ripening stage. It reduces market value, increases pest and disease risk, and leads to direct yield loss.

⚠️ Causes of Fruit Cracking in Pomegranate
Cause | Description |
Irregular irrigation | Sudden water after dry periods causes internal pressure, leading to cracks. |
Calcium/Boron deficiency | Weakens cell wall strength, making skin brittle. |
High temperature or sun exposure | Dehydrates fruit skin, making it less elastic. |
Over-maturity on tree | Delayed harvest leads to high internal sugar content → cracking. |
🌿 Organic Remedies
✅ 1. Moisture Management
Use drip irrigation to provide consistent moisture.
Avoid long dry periods followed by flooding.
Mulch with sugarcane trash, dry leaves, or neem husk to regulate soil temperature.
✅ 2. Calcium & Boron Supplementation
Gypsum application (natural calcium source): 250 g per plant twice a year.
Boron spray (0.2% borax) during fruit development.
Bioavailable foliar sprays:
Panchagavya (3%) + Jeevamrutham alternately
Banana pseudostem extract as a natural potassium/calcium booster
✅ 3. Shade and Canopy Management
Use intercropping or shade nets in high-heat zones.
Prune for better air flow and light diffusion.
✅ 4. Timely Harvest
Don't wait too long. Harvest as soon as skin turns bright red and sounds metallic when tapped.
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