It's not just jackfruit's huge size that makes it a candidate for filling the bellies of the world. The nutrients and calories in the fruit are significant, and the fruit could be described as climate change-resistant (but not climate change-proof).
Is jackfruit good for the environment?
Jackfruit is truly a sustainable crop. The trees do not require irrigation, and no pesticides or herbicides are used—and, like coffee, jackfruit is a shade crop that can be intergrown with other crops to create a regenerative eco-system.
What animal eats jackfruit?
The species has expanded excessively because its fruits, which naturally fall to the ground and open, are eagerly eaten by small mammals, such as the common marmoset and coati. The seeds are then dispersed by these animals, spreading jackfruit trees that compete for space with native tree species.
Why has jackfruit become popular?
"Coronavirus caused a fear for chicken and people switched to tender jackfruit. In Kerala, lockdown caused a surge in demand for mature green jackfruit and seeds due to shortage of vegetables due to border restrictions," he explains.
Is jackfruit as good as meat?
Jackfruit as vegan “pulled pork” But jackfruit's biggest claim to fame is its ability to imitate a barbecue meat sandwich. “Jackfruit's stringy texture makes it a good vegan substitute for pulled pork or chicken,” Ilic says. “It has under 3 grams of protein per cup, making it much lower in protein than meat.
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