Kufri Jamunia

Context

The ICAR–Central Potato Research Institute (ICAR-CPRI) has developed nutrient-rich coloured potato varieties, including Kufri Neelkanth, Kufri Manik and Kufri Jamunia.

About Kufri Jamunia

1. Type: Biofortified, purple-fleshed table potato variety.
2. Release: 2024.
3. Maturity: Medium-maturing variety with medium-tall plants and a semi-compact canopy.
4. Recommended Region: North Indian plains, based on stable performance in multi-location trials.

Salient Characteristics

1. Appearance: Dark purple skin and purple flesh; tubers are oblong with shallow eyes and a mealy texture.
2. Dormancy: Approximately 6–8 weeks, delaying sprouting after harvest.
3. Storage: Good storage quality, with low rottage and minimal weight loss.
4. Nutritional Value: Contains higher levels of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C), anthocyanins and carotenoids, along with enhanced zinc and iron content.
5. Uses: Suitable for a wide range of culinary applications.

Other Coloured Potato Varieties

1. Kufri Neelkanth
   1. Released in 2018; the first purple-skinned specialty potato variety developed by ICAR-CPRI.
   2. Suitable for cultivation in Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh.
   3. Known for its high antioxidant content.
2. Kufri Manik
   1. Released in 2021.
   2. Produces deep-red, round tubers with medium-sized eyes and yellow flesh.
   3. Rich in anthocyanins, zinc and iron.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is Kufri Jamunia?

Kufri Jamunia is a biofortified, purple-fleshed table potato variety developed by ICAR–Central Potato Research Institute (ICAR-CPRI) and released in 2024.

Q2. What are the nutritional benefits of Kufri Jamunia?

It contains higher levels of Vitamin C, anthocyanins and carotenoids, along with enhanced zinc and iron content.

Q3. What are the major characteristics of Kufri Jamunia?

It has dark purple skin and flesh, oblong tubers with shallow eyes, a mealy texture and a dormancy period of approximately 6–8 weeks.

Q4. Which coloured potato varieties were developed by ICAR-CPRI?

Important varieties include Kufri Neelkanth (released in 2018), Kufri Manik (2021) and Kufri Jamunia (2024).