Jackfruit - Don't be put off ... While jackfruit first appeared in the rainforests of Southeast Asia, farmers now grow it in many parts of the world, including Australia, Africa, and Brazil.

Jackfruit, or kathal, as it’s known in many parts of India, is swiftly becoming a favourite for plant-based eaters. What sets ...

Although jackfruit is grown in tropical areas, it is becoming more widely available in other parts of the world, including the US. It is in season during the summer.

Jackfruit, a fruit belonging to the Moraceae family, is native to the Western Ghats of India but is also found in other parts of Asia, Africa, and South America.

Jackfruit is a summer delight in this part of the world. Packed with nutrition the raw fruit is eaten as a vegetable; it is consumed as a ripe fruit; used to make pithas and other sweet dishes.