Top Varieties of Bananas in India
Bananas are known as one of the healthiest fruits globally, so they are popular. It is the second most significant fruit crop in India, after mango. Bananas are among the most sought-after fruits because of their affordability, nutritional value, taste, and medicinal properties. It is also an excellent choice for export. Bananas come in more than 300 different kinds across the globe. But in India, just 15 to 20 types are used most often in commercial production. Let’s check out the top varieties of Bananas in India below.
Among tropical and subtropical locations, bananas are the most common growing fruit. Since 2005, banana output in India has gradually increased. In 2006, India’s total banana output topped 20 million metric tons (MT). Banana output in India is rising at a fast pace each year. Bananas are grown mainly in the states of Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka.
With a share of 16.27 percent, Andhra Pradesh is India’s leading banana producer. Banana production in Gujarat and Maharashtra ranks second and third in India, respectively. Each state has a 14% and a 13% stake, respectively. More than 1477 percent of bananas were grown in 2010-11 than in 2005-2006.
Dwarf cavendish
Dwarf Cavendish is the primary commercial type grown in Maharashtra, Bihar, Gujarat, and West Bengal for food and processing. Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu are some other states where it is grown. In Maharashtra, it’s one of the most popular banana kinds and is the most popular commercial variety all across India.
The fruit has a great appearance, but it will spoil quickly because of the poor quality of the bunch, length, and size. There are usually six to seven hands in a bunch that weighs 15 to 25 kg, and each hand has around 13 fruits. Fruits maintain some of their greenish colors even after they are fully ripe.
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