Bhagwa :
Large, round fruits with deep red arils and thick, glossy skin .
Taste: Sweet and juicy with soft seeds.
Shelf Life: Long, making it ideal for export .
Cultivation: Matures in 180–190 days.
Solapur Lal (NRCP H-6)
• Development: A biofortified variety developed by ICAR-NRCP Solapur, resulting from a cross between Bhagwa and other cultivars.
• Nutritional Profile: Higher in Vitamin C, anthocyanins, iron, and zinc compared to Bhagwa.
• Maturation: Fruits mature 15–20 days earlier than Bhagwa, in about 160–165 days.
• Yield: Approximately 35–39 kg per tree.
• Usage: Suitable for both table consumption and processing.
Ganesh
• Appearance: Medium-sized fruits with light pink skin.
• Taste: Sweet with soft seeds.
• Usage: Primarily for domestic consumption
Mridula
Characteristics: Juicy fruits with soft seeds, ideal for processing into juices and other products.
Key Characteristics
• Fruit Size: Medium to large (250–300 grams)
• Color: Attractive red skin with dark red arils
• Arils: Soft, juicy, and sweet
• Seeds: Very soft (almost melt in the mouth)
• Juice Content: High (ideal for processing)
• Skin Thickness: Thin to medium, easy to peel
• Shelf Life: Moderate – ideal for quick consumption or juicing
Yield and Cultivation
• Maturity Period: 160–170 days
• Average Yield: ~15–25 tons per hectare under good management
• Planting Season: Twice a year (Mrig and Hasta bahar in Maharashtra)
• Climatic Suitability: Best suited to semi-arid climates like Solapur
Nutritional & Health Benefits
• Rich in Vitamin C & K
• Excellent antioxidant source (punicalagins)
• Supports digestion due to dietary fiber
• Boosts immunity & heart health
Best Use
• Juice Processing
• Table consumption
