Siddhu Jackfruits

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📌 Siddhu Jackfruit (Sidhu/Siddu Variety):-

Description:-
Siddhu Jackfruit is a popular early–medium variety found mainly in India (especially Karnataka, Kerala, West Bengal, and some parts of Jharkhand & Odisha). It is known for its medium fruit size, good sweetness, and balanced aroma. Farmers grow it for both household use and commercial sale.

🌈 Color:-

• Skin (outer rind): Green turning yellowish-green when ripe.
• Flesh (bulbs): Golden-yellow, moderately thick, soft to semi-crispy.

🛡️ Safe:-

• 100% natural edible fruit, safe for consumption.
• Can be eaten fresh, used in chips, pickles, curries, and processed items.

⏳ Fruiting Time:-

• First fruiting (from planting):
  • Grafted plants: 2.5–3 years
  • Seedlings: 4–5 years

📅 Fruiting Months:-

• Main season: April – July (summer to early monsoon)
• Secondary/Off-season: Sometimes in September – October depending on rainfall and region.

⚖️ Weight:-

• Average fruit weight: 6 – 12 kg
• Some fruits may reach 15 kg under good care.

🍯 Sweetness & Taste:-

• Taste: Sweet, aromatic, slightly less crunchy than Vietnam Super Early.
• Sweetness level: Medium to high, suitable for fresh eating.
• Consumer preference: Good for table consumption, soft-flesh lovers prefer it.

📊 TSS / Brix:-

• TSS (Total Soluble Solids): 18–22%
• Brix: 19–22°

🌱 Cultivation & Farming:-

1. Climate – Thrives in tropical & subtropical regions with high rainfall and humidity.
2. Soil – Grows best in loamy, fertile, well-drained soil (pH 6–7.5).
3. Planting – Best from grafted plants for true variety.
4. Spacing – 8 × 8 m or 10 × 10 m.
5. Irrigation – Requires good moisture; avoid waterlogging. Drip irrigation preferred.
6. Manures & Fertilizers – Apply organic FYM + NPK in balanced amounts. Micronutrients like Zn & B help in fruit set.
7. Pruning – Train tree to 1 strong trunk; remove weak shoots for better canopy & airflow.
8. Pest/Disease Care – Fruit borers, stem rot, and mealybugs may occur. Neem oil + organic sprays help.
9. Yield – Mature tree yields 40–70 kg fruits annually.

✅ Summary: Siddhu Jackfruit is a medium–large sized, yellow-fleshed variety with good sweetness (Brix 19–22°), average weight 6–12 kg, and fruits mainly in April–July. It is suitable for home gardens & local markets, especially where consumers prefer softer, aromatic pulp.

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