Description

🥦 Cauliflower Specifications – General Overview

1. Variety:

• Popular Indian Varieties for Export:

  • Pusa Snowball – White, compact heads, widely exported.

  • Arka Keshav – Resistant to disease, suitable for export.

  • Pusa Himjyoti – Larger heads, good for colder climates.

  • Hybrid Varieties – For high yields and uniformity, with better shelf life.

  • Purple & Green Cauliflower – Niche varieties for international markets.

2. Size & Grading:

• Graded by head size and weight:

  • Small: 300–500g

  • Medium: 500g – 1kg (preferred for export)

  • Large: 1–2kg

• Export preference: Uniform, compact heads with minimal side shoots.

3. Color:

• White Cauliflower: Creamy white, no yellowing or browning.

• Purple Cauliflower: Deep purple, vibrant color (for niche markets).

• Green Cauliflower: Bright green, no fading or yellowing.

4. Shape & Texture:

• Head: Firm, compact, and tight with no loose florets.

• Leaves: Green, clean, and fresh, surrounding the head for protection.

• No signs of over-maturity (e.g., open, loose florets).

5. Freshness Indicators:

• Heads: Should be firm to touch with no soft spots.

• Outer leaves must be free from damage, wilting, or yellowing.

6. Moisture Content:

• High moisture content (~90%).