Kinnow / Mandarin

                                                                available from November to March.

      

 Pakistan as a nation produces about 8 per cent of the world's citrus fruits but sells out only 0.5 per cent of its harvest abroad. These fruits are grown nearly in all the four provinces in varying proportions. But then the product is concentrated in Punjab which grows 95 per cent of the national output. And it is the Sargodha business which alone accounts for 70 per cent of the provincial production.

       The popular varieties grown in Punjab include oranges, Red Blood, Mausami, Ruby Red , Jaffa , Fruiter, Malta, limes and lemons. Approximately about 60 per cent of total citrus production is comprised of mandarin being popularly know as 'Kinnow'. Quality wise, 'Kinnow' is the most important variety. It is relished both domestically and internationally for its flavour. It is golden in colour and has a thin loose skin. This variety has been obtained through the cross-breeding of two other varieties 'King' and 'Will Leaf'.

 

       The season of availability starts from mid-October and extends normally upto March with the peak occurring in mid January.. The advent and use of controlled atmosphere cold storage, have, however made it possible sell citrus fruit as late as April extending the market season considerably in fresh condition. Our production capacity is 1.28 m tons per season. In Pakistan the kinnow is grown under totally natural conditions to enhance the original flavour of the fruit and to preserve its fundamental goodness.

 

Growing Areas:

Punjab:
Distt. Sargodha, Sahiwal, Lahore, Sialkot, Jhang, Minwali, Multan, Gujranwala

NWFP:
Mardan, Peshawer, Swat, Swabi, Noshera, Hazzara

Sind:
Sukkur, Khairpur, Nawabshah

Baluchistan:
Mekran, Sibi and Kech

 

 

Standard Packing size : 6Kg , 8Kg , 10Kg , 13Kg Wooden Crates &  Printed Corrugated Box. 

 

Quantity in a Box  : 36 , 42 , 48 , 54 , 60 , 66 , 72 , 80 , 90 & 100  pieces.

 

Number of Pieces are provided as per buyers demand.

Citrus Standard sizes:
Size                Diameter (mm)
72                     64-66
66                     70-72
60                     75-77
54                     80-82
48                     85-87
42                     90-92
36                     95-97

Attributes:


Kinnow has the following features, which differentiates it from other Citrus varieties.

Easy Peel: The rind containing numerous oil glands comes off easily with bare hands since it is loosely bound compared to other types of citrus fruit. Therefore, the kinnow can be just peeled off and enjoyed anywhere, anytime.

High Juice Content and Rich Flavour: Kinnow consist of several easily separated sections and high juice content. Its full-bodied flavour and its juice content combine to make a most satisfying and healthy fruit.

Vitamin C: One kinnow provides sufficient Vitamin C to fulfill your need for a day. It is the ideal health choice.

Use of Pulp: Use the pulp to make delicious desserts, jams and sauces.

Skin: The skin can be used to make cosmetics and essence.

 

Nutritional Value Comparison:

 

Nutrients

Oranges

Mandarin/Kinnow

 

(%RDA)

(%RDA)

Vitamin A

2%

3%

Vitamin C

130%

130%

Calcium

6%

4%

Phosphorous

2%

3%

Iron

2%

4%