Kufri Jamunia

Kufri Jamunia:

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research- Central Potato Research Institute developed nutrient-rich coloured potato varieties, including Kufri neelkanth, Kufri manik, and Kufri jamunia.

• Kufri Jamunia is a biofortified table variety purple potato developed by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research- Central Potato Research Institute.
• It was officially released in 2024.
• It is a medium-maturing potato variety with medium-tall plants and a semi-compact canopy.
• Kufri jamunia has demonstrated stable performance in multi-location trials and has been recommended for cultivation in the North Indian plains.

Characteristics of Kufri jamunia:

• It possesses good storage quality with low rottage and minimal weight loss.
• The variety contains higher levels of ascorbic acid, anthocyanin, and carotenoids.
• Its purple flesh indicates high antioxidant content and better nutritional quality. Kufri jamunia also contains enhanced levels of zinc and iron.
• It is suitable for a wide range of culinary applications.