Excelsior Correspondent
LEH, Dec 15: The Union Government has granted Geographical Indication tag for Raktsey Karpo apricot of Ladakh among other products belonging to other states as well as Union Territories.
Raktsey Karpo apricots are known for their pure organic sweetness. According to Defence Institute of High Altitude Research (DIHAR), Raktsey Karpo’s TSS (total soluble solids) at 37.9ºBrix is the highest reported in the world in fresh apricots till date.
TSS is one of ways calculating sweetness, which is a commonly used as quality index in many types of fruit. A higher ratio is indicative of higher and more acceptable fruit quality.
“For Raktsey Karpo, the TSS to acid ratio was 33:1, which is significantly higher than the figures reported from other parts of the world. On that basis, we say it is the sweetest in the world,” DIHAR said.
Apricot fruit is known for its high content of Vitamin A and C, calcium, iron, carbohydrates, amino acids, sugar and potassium.
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