How Amazing Thai Farm Harvests Jackfruit - Thailand Street Food | Farming Documentary

Welcome to our Amazing Thai jack fruit farm today we're taking you on an exciting journey through the entire process of growing caring for harvesting and processing dried jack fruit sit back and enjoy this fascinating look at one of Thailand's most beloved fruits jack fruit is a tropical Marvel known for its massive size and delicious taste it's a staple in many Thai households and a significant export product let's start with the cultivation process the Journey of the jack fruit begins with selecting the appropriate seeds or graphs Jackfruit trees thrive in well- drained Sandy LOM soil with

a pH of 6.0 to 7.5 Thailand's tropical climate with its warm temperatures and abundant rainfall provides ideal conditions for growing jack [Music] fruit farmers primarily use the grafting method to propagate jackf fruit trees this method is more popular because it allows the trees to grow faster and retain the good characteristics of the parent tree grafting helps the trees bear fruit quickly and typically results in higher yields reducing the waiting time compared to planting seeds when the young grafted plants reach a height of 30 to 40 cm they are ready to be transplanted to the [Music]

fields the young plants are planted with a spacing of 8 to 12 M to ensure they have enough space to grow during the early stages of growth jack fruit trees require a lot of care Farmers ensure that the young plants are well watered especially during the dry season [Music] pruning is another crucial aspect of Jackfruit tree maintenance it helps in shaping the tree removing dead or diseased branches and promoting better air circulation proper pruning ensures that the tree can support the weight of its heavy [Music] fruits in addition to pruning farmers need to protect the

trees from pests and diseases common pests that affect Jackfruit trees include fruit flies apids and mey bugs farmers use Organic pesticides and natural predators to control these pests diseases such as stem rot and leaf blight can be managed by maintaining good hygiene in the Orchard and using disease resistant varieties [Music] jack fruit trees typically begin to bear fruit 3 to four years after [Music] planting the harvesting season in Thailand usually starts in March and lasts until June Farmers harvest the fruits when they reach their full size which can be up to 90 cm in length

and weigh anywhere from 5 to 30 kg harvesting jack fruit is a skilled task Farmers look for signs of ripeness such as a change in the color of the fruit skin from green to yellowish Brown and a hollow sound when tap they use sharp knives or sickles to carefully cut the fruits from the tree taking care not to damage the tree or the fruit in 2023 Thailand harvested an impressive 400,000 tons of jack fruit this remarkable yield reflects the dedication and expertise of Thai farmers in cultivating this giant fruit the harvested fruits are then transported

to processing facilities where they are cleaned and sorted only the highest quality fruits are selected for drying [Music] after harvesting the Jack fruits are transported to processing facilities where they are cleaned and sorted this initial stage is crucial to ensure that only the best fruits are processed into dried jack fruit the selected Jack fruits are washed thoroughly to remove any dirt and impurities from the surface once cleaned the Jack fruits are peeled manually or using specialized machines the yellow flesh which is the edible part of the jack fruit is then separated this flesh is rich

in vitamins and minerals making it a nutritious snack when dried The Next Step involves slicing the jackf fruit flesh into uniform pieces uniform slicing is important to ensure even drying [Music] drying jack fruit can be done using various methods including Sun drying oven drying or using commercial dehydr in Thailand modern facilities often use dehydrators that maintain a consistent temperature and air flow ensuring the fruit dries evenly the jack fruit pieces are laid out on trays and dried at temperatures around 50 to 60° C for 8 to 10 hours reduces the moisture content preserving the fruit

while concentrating its sweet [Music] flavor once dried the jack fruit pieces are inspected for quality any pieces that are not adequately dried or do not meet the quality standards are removed the dried jack fruit is then ready for [Music] packaging Thailand is a leading exporter of dried jack fruit with significant markets in the United States Europe and Asia in 2023 Thailand exported over 100,000 tons of dried jack fruit generating substantial revenue and supporting local economies in addition to producing dried Jack fruit Thailand is also famous for its street food a unique experience that you can't

find [Music] everywhere here you will witness the incredible jack fruit cutting skills of tha Street vendors with quick and precise movements they skillfully slice through the large spiky fruit to reveal the sweet golden segments inside their technique not only demonstrates professionalism but also ensures minimal waste and maximum [Music] yield this performance on Thailand's bustling streets showcases the country as Rich culinary culture and the Artistry of street food preparation the journey from seed to dried jack fruit is a testament to the hard work and expertise of Ty Farmers their commitment to sustainable farming practices and quality

production ensures that the world can enjoy the delicious Taste Of Tha jack fruit the entire process from cultivation to export highlights the importance of each step in maintaining the high standards of tha jack fruit if you have any questions or comments please leave them below don't forget to like this video And subscribe to our channel for more amazing farming documentaries [Music]