India’s Nutrient-Rich Purple Potato

The ICAR-Central Potato Research Institute (ICAR-CPRI) has developed biofortified coloured potato varieties, including Kufri neelkanth, Kufri manik, and Kufri jamunia, to address hidden hunger and nutritional security. Among these, Kufri jamunia, officially released in 2024, is a medium-maturing, dark purple-skinned and purple-fleshed potato variety containing enhanced levels of anthocyanins, Vitamin C, carotenoids, zinc, and iron compared to conventional yellow-skinned potatoes. It has demonstrated stable performance in multi-location trials and is recommended for cultivation in the North Indian plains. The variety shows good storage quality, medium dormancy, and versatile culinary applications for traditional dishes and processed food products.