JACKFRUIT
A Jackfruit is a beloved fruit of India and Southeast Asia origin. The jackfruit is varied in size, and ripens from an initially yellowish-greenish to yellow, and then at maturity to yellowish-brown. The pulps inside are egg-shaped and light yellow in color. Riped jackfruit is naturally sweet, with a subtle pineapple- or banana-like flavor. It has got an intense aroma
Since its discovery, Jackfruit has become Southeast Asia’s beloved fruit and it holds a significant cultural value. The jackfruit has played a significant role in the Indian agriculture for centuries. Moreover, in Bangladesh, it is the country’s national fruit
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How to eat
The Jackfruit is commonly used in South and Southeast Asian cuisine. The distinctive taste and fruity aroma gives the fruit an incredible versatility. Its sweetness and crunchy texture can be used as an ingredient for a variety of dishes, including desserts like sweet soups, custards, cakes, or mixed with shaved ice, or savory dishes. Even the seeds are edible once cooked and are said to have a milky, sweet taste. They may be boiled, baked, or roasted, and eaten as a snack
Health benefit
The Jackfruit is known as the jack of all fruits. The pulps are a rich source of vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, carbohydrates, electrolytes, fiber, fat, and protein. This fruit also contains calories but no cholesterol or saturated fats. Therefore, it has a lot of benefits for the human body.
The Jackfruit contains a large number of carbohydrates, fructose, and sucrose, which are used to provide energy for the body. The Copper minerals in the fruit have the effect of preventing thyroid disease effectively. The antioxidants can prevent eyes diseases such as cataracts, macular degeneration, and degeneration of cells. The fiber and water in the jackfruit helps to treat constipation and improves digestive function. Moreover, the jackfruit is also rich in vitamins such as vitamin A, which helps to improve eyesight; Vitamin C helps strengthen the immune system, or other vitamins such as vitamins E, K, B6, and many other minerals such as iron, manganese, and magnesium which helps prevent and used to treat anemia.
Nutrition value (per 100g):
- Calories: 95 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 23.5 g
- Fat: 0.64 g
- Cholesterol: 0 g
- Protein: 1.72 g
- Vitamin C: 13.7 mg
- Iron: 0.6 mg
- Potassium: 303 mg
- Dietary Fibers: 1.5 g
Export Overview
The Jackfruit is exported to over 75 countries. In 2020, Vietnam was ranked in the 11th position of one of the biggest exporters of jackfruit in the world. The major markets for Vietnamese jackfruit includes Thailand, South Korea, the United States, Australia and China.
What’s FOSACHA
Jackfruit is one of the exported products in FOSACHA’s portfolio. We provide two varieties of jackfruit to export to overseas markets.
1.Thai Jackfruit: The Thai variety has got a round shape. When is riped, it has a got deep sweetness and fragrant smell. The flesh of the fruit is dark yellow, low in fiber, and has got a crispy texture
2.Vietnamese Jackfruit: The fruit is large, elongated in shape. The bulbs have a deep yellow color like turmeric, hence the name, with a characteristic aroma. The pulp is thick, quite crispy. It has got a light sweetness in flavor
We procure our product directly from the farms of our supply chain. The jackfruit is grown using the traditional cultivation method and hand-harvested.
Our jackfruit is free from damage, soil cuts, and other infections. Most importantly, the product must be GlobalGAP-compliant, to be able to meet the standards of food hygiene and safety, as well as be of clear origin to be traceable. Our quality personnel test the product on the parameters of taste and freshness during the procurement and also make sure that the packaging is also being done properly, as for international standards.
If you are looking for a reputable supplier to import high quality, VietGAP, GlobalGAP compliant Vietnamese jackfruit with stable yield, as well as establish a long-term, mutually beneficial partnership. please feel free to contact us for further discussion
Storage advice
- Production lead time: 7-10 days upon packaging requirements
- Storage recommendation:
+ Thai (whole): Stored in a cool, dry place at 5 to 6°C and CBM 20%
+ Thai (Pulp seedless): Stored in a cool, dry place at 2°C and CBM 20%
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