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Kinnow, a type of mandarin orange, is a popular Kinnow Mandarin cultivated in Pakistan. It is known for its sweet and tangy taste, making it a favorite among many people. The Kinnow season in Pakistan typically starts from November and lasts until March. During this time, As Soon fresh and delicious Kinnow oranges in the local markets & Enjoy the upcoming kinnow season!
Kinnow (Mandarin orange) also known simply as mandarin or mandarine, is a small citrus fruit that belongs to the Citrus Kinnow reticulata species. It is native to Southeast Asia and is widely cultivated in many parts of the world. Mandarin oranges are known for their sweet and tangy flavor, and they are a popular fruit choice globally.
Kinnow Mandarin key points about Varity:
- Varieties: There are several varieties of Kinnow Mandarin, including Satsuma, Clementine, Tangerine, and Dancy, among others. Each variety has its own unique taste and characteristics.
- Appearance: Mandarin oranges are typically small and round, with a thin, orange to deep orange peel. The inner flesh is segmented and easily separable. The fruit is usually seedless or contains very few seeds.
- Nutritional Value: Mandarin oranges are a good source of vitamin C, providing a significant portion of the recommended daily intake. They also contain other vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A, potassium, and dietary fiber.
- Culinary Uses: Mandarin oranges are often eaten fresh as a snack, but they are also used in various culinary applications. They are commonly used in salads, desserts, sauces, and jams. The juice extracted from mandarin oranges is a popular beverage.
- Cultural Significance: Mandarin oranges hold cultural significance in some Asian countries, especially during the Chinese New Year. They are considered symbols of good luck and prosperity and are often exchanged as gifts during this time.
- Kinnow Health Benefits: Due to their high vitamin C content and other antioxidants, mandarin oranges are believed to have various health benefits, including boosting the immune system and promoting healthy skin.
The Kinnow is a sub form of Oranges.
It is smaller in size but tastes relatively similar. Kinnow is a cross between the ‘King’ & ‘Willow-leaf’ species of citrus fruits, created after successful experimentation at the Citrus Research Centre, University of California, USA in 1951. Both of these parent breeds have Indo-China origins.
The soil and climatic conditions in Pakistan have given the Kinnow a unique flavor which distinguishes it from other comparable mandarins grown in the world. Kinnow Mandarin is one of the best varieties of fresh mandarins. Primarily Kinnow is in close relation with tangerine, similar in taste. Ideal conditions for growing Kinnow include abundance of water, rich nitrogen content in the soil and relatively cool weather. Winter in the plains of Punjab province provides an excellent atmosphere for this fruit and the resulting fruit is sweet and has a very distinct taste. At this point Sargodha is the main Kinnow Mandarin producing district.
As compared to the processing of other fresh fruits processing of Kinnow appears to be very well developed. There are around 250 Kinnow processing enterprises in Sargodha. 140 are listed with PHDEC. 37 processing enterprises have some sort of certifications including Global GAP, HACCP and BRC and to enhance exports the processors and exporters are improving their processing plants to get more certifications particularly BRC to enter in EU market. The installed processing plants definitively require improvements for quality processing.
Pakistan is the tenth largest producer of citrus in the world (FAO STAT). Pakistan is also the largest producer of ‘Citrus Reticula’ variety (Kinnow), this unique variety of citrus is indigenous to this part of the world. According to an estimate approximately 95 percent of the total Kinnow produced all over the world is grown in Pakistan. The main Kinnow Mandarin growing district in is Sargodha-Pakistan
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