Potato

Potato varieties cultivated in Uttar Pradesh are recognized for their rich texture, neutral flavor, and adaptability across cuisines, making them ideal for global export. Grown in the fertile Indo-Gangetic plains, these potatoes benefit from nutrient-rich alluvial soil and a temperate climate, which enhance both their starch content and flavour consistency. Popular export varieties such as Kufri Chipsona 1, Kufri Bahar(3797), Lady Rosetta(LR), Kufri Surya, and Kufri Pukhraj offer a creamy, earthy taste with a smooth mouthfeel when cooked, and are well-suited for boiling, frying, baking, and industrial processing. These potatoes exhibit a balanced sugar-to-starch ratio, minimizing browning during frying and maintaining a pleasant taste profile. Their mild, slightly sweet undertone makes them versatile for both Western and Asian culinary uses. With firm flesh, minimal water content, and excellent shelf stability, potatoes from Uttar Pradesh deliver consistent quality, excellent taste, and high consumer acceptance across international markets.

HS Code: 07019000


PRODUCT RANGE

1. Kufri Chipsona-1 (Processing Grade)

Skin Color: Light cream to pale yellow
Flesh Color: White, no discoloration on frying
Size: 45–75 mm (uniform, oval)
Dry Matter Content: 20–24% (Ideal for chips and fries)
Reducing Sugar: < 0.1% (Low sugar – prevents browning)
Texture: Smooth, firm, low moisture
Shelf Life: 6-8 months (cold stored)

2. Kufri Bahar(3797)

Skin Color: Light brown to pale yellow
Flesh Color: White
Shape & Size: Oval, medium to large (45–80 mm)
Texture: Smooth skin, firm flesh
Dry Matter Content: 18–20% (ideal for table use and light processing)
Sugar Content: Moderate (not suitable for high-end chips)
Shelf Life: 6–8 months (in cold storage)

3. Kufri Pukhraj

Skin Color: Light yellow
Flesh Color Yellowish-white
Shape: Oval to round, medium to large size
Size Range: 40–75 mm
Dry Matter Content: 18–20%
Texture: Firm, smooth surface, shallow eyes
Taste: Mild, slightly sweet with creamy texture
Shelf Life: 6–8 months (cold storage)

4. Lady Rosetta

Skin Color: Light red to reddish-pink
Flesh Color: White
Shape: Round, uniform-sized tubers
Size Range: 40–65 mm
Dry Matter Content: 20–24% (Ideal for crisping)
Reducing Sugar: < 0.1% (No browning during frying)
Eyes: Very shallow (minimal peeling loss)
Shelf Life: 8–10 months (under cold storage)

5. Kufri Surya

Skin Color: Smooth light yellow to pale cream
Flesh Color White
Shape: Oval, uniform size
Size Range: 40–65 mm
Dry Matter Content: 17–19%
Texture: Firm, shallow eyes
Shelf Life: 6–8 months under cold storage

April 2023