Popular Indian Pomegranate Varieties

1️ Bhagwa (Most Popular & Exported)

✅ Color: Bright red to deep crimson
✅ Seeds: Soft, juicy, and high in juice content
✅ Taste: Sweet with mild tartness
✅ Export Market: Europe, UAE, Southeast Asia, USA

2️ Arakta

✅ Color: Dark red
✅ Seeds: Soft and moderately juicy
✅ Taste: Sweeter than Bhagwa with a hint of tartness
✅ Specialty: Rich in antioxidants

3️ Ganesh

✅ Color: Light red to pinkish
✅ Seeds: Softer and easy to chew
✅ Taste: Mild sweetness
✅ Best Use: Domestic consumption & juice production

4️ Mridula

✅ Color: Deep red
✅ Seeds: Soft and juicy
✅ Taste: Balanced sweetness and tartness
✅ Best Use: Ideal for juice extraction

5️ Ruby

✅ Color: Bright red
✅ Seeds: Medium-hard
✅ Taste: Slightly tart
✅ Best For: Fresh consumption & processing

💪 Health Benefits of Pomegranate

🍷 Rich in Antioxidants – Helps fight free radicals and reduces aging effects
❤️ Good for Heart Health – Lowers bad cholesterol & improves blood circulation
🩸 Boosts Hemoglobin – Prevents anemia & enhances red blood cell production
🧠 Improves Memory – Helps prevent cognitive decline & Alzheimer’s disease
🌿 Anti-Inflammatory – Aids digestion & reduces arthritis symptoms
💪 Strengthens Immunity – High Vitamin C content supports immune function

🧊 Storage & Handling Tips

✅ Room Temperature: Store for up to 1 week in a cool, dry place
✅ Refrigeration: Keeps fresh for 2-3 weeks at 5-7°C
✅ Controlled Atmosphere (CA) Storage: Extends shelf life up to 2 months
✅ Freezing Arils: Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months
✅ Avoid Moisture: Keep away from excess humidity to prevent spoilage
✅ Best Practice: Use ventilated crates for longer shelf life

📦 Packing for Exports

1️  Standard Packing

• Carton Boxes: 3.5kg, 4kg, 5kg, or 10kg
• Punnets & Clamshells: Small retail-friendly packaging
• Net Bags: Used for bulk packaging

2️  Grading & Sorting

✔ Grade A: Large size, bright red, high juice content
✔ Grade B: Medium size, slight color variation
✔ Grade C: Smaller size, used for processing

3️ Protective Measures for Export

🚚 Pre-cooling at 5°C before shipment
📦 Foam nets & cushioning to prevent damage
🌡️ Cold Chain Logistics (5-7°C) during transit
✅ Phytosanitary Certification required for exports