🌱 Popular Indian Jackfruit Varieties

1️ Pulp-based Jackfruit (Popular for Consumption)

✅ Color: Yellow pulp with green outer skin
✅ Taste: Sweet, with a slightly fibrous texture
✅ Size: Medium to large, oval-shaped
✅ Export Markets: UAE, Singapore, Europe
✅ Best Use: Fresh consumption, curries, desserts, and juices

2️ Koozhai (Kerala Variety)

✅ Color: Yellow pulp with thick outer rind
✅ Taste: Mildly sweet with a rich, fibrous texture
✅ Size: Large, with a heavy yield
✅ Export Markets: Middle East, Southeast Asia
✅ Best Use: Dried chips, curries, and stir-fries

3️ Chakkara (Sweet Hybrid Variety)

✅ Color: Golden yellow with sweet pulp
✅ Taste: Sweet with minimal fiber
✅ Size: Medium, round
✅ Export Markets: UK, USA, Malaysia
✅ Best Use: Fresh eating, smoothies, and jackfruit preserves

4️  White Jackfruit

✅ Color: White or off-white pulp
✅ Taste: Mildly sweet with less fibrous texture
✅ Size: Medium, round to oval-shaped
✅ Export Markets: Southeast Asia, Europe, USA
✅ Best Use: Vegan meat substitute, fruit salads, and cooking

5️  Thai Jackfruit (Seedless Variety)

✅ Color: Light yellow to golden pulp
✅ Taste: Mildly sweet, with a smooth texture
✅ Size: Medium to large, round
✅ Export Markets: Middle East, Australia, USA
✅ Best Use: Vegan cooking, stir-fries, and desserts

💪 Health Benefits of Fresh Jackfruit

🌿 Rich in Fiber – Promotes healthy digestion and weight loss 🥗
💪 Boosts Immunity – High in Vitamin C to strengthen immunity 🛡️
❤️ Supports Heart Health – Rich in potassium for blood pressure regulation ❤️
⚖️ Aids in Weight Management – Low in calories, high in fiber for satiety 🏋️
🧠 Promotes Brain Health – Contains vitamin B6 for cognitive function 🧠
🦴 Strengthens Bones – Packed with calcium and magnesium 🦴

🧊 Storage & Handling Tips

✅ Room Temperature: Whole jackfruits ripen in 7-10 days
✅ Refrigeration: 5-10°C for 2-3 weeks for storing unripe jackfruit
✅ Cut Jackfruit: Store cut portions in airtight containers for up to 3-5 days
✅ Humidity Level: Maintain 80-85% to preserve moisture content
✅ Handling: Use gloved hands to avoid sticky latex during cutting

📦 Packing for Exports

1️ Standard Packing

📦 Carton Boxes: 10kg, 15kg, or 20kg packs for bulk exports
📦 Clamshell & Retail Packs: 500g, 1kg, or 2kg packs for supermarkets
📦 Plastic Bags or Punnets: For small quantities

2️  Protective Measures for Export

🚚 Pre-cooling at 5-10°C before shipment
📦 Foam Netting & Padding for extra protection
🌡️ Cold Chain Logistics (5-10°C) during transit