This variety is characterized by its adaptability
to the Indian soil and climate, particularly in the Northern, Central, and
Eastern Plains. 'Kufri
Jamunia' demonstrates a robust yield potential ranging from 320-350 quintal per
hectare and exhibits excellent storability under ambient conditions. The
oblong-shaped potato with shallow eyes matures within 90-100 days and is
distinguished by its high anthocyanin content and purple flesh.
According
to Dr. Brajesh Singh, Director of ICAR-Central Potato Research Institute, "Kufri Jamunia is the First-Ever
Purple-Fleshed Bio-Fortified Potato Variety, which has enhanced nutrients in it
in terms of antioxidants and minerals. It is understood that it shall
target for food as well as nutritional security of the populations aligning
with the objectives of the Indian government." This biofortified variety
aims to contribute to food and nutritional security by offering elevated levels
of antioxidants including 52 mg of vitamin C, and 32 mg of anthocyanins per
100-gram of fresh tuber weight. Additionally, it contains 17-19% tuber dry
matter, enhancing its mealy texture and flavour, thereby making it a preferred
table variety.
The development
of 'Kufri Jamunia' focused on achieving a high-yielding, medium-maturing, and
late-blight resistant variety with significant nutritional value and
storability. This initiative aligns with
the Indian government's objectives towards enhancing the nutritional security
of its population.