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Breadfruit

Artocarpus altilis

Breadfruit is a tropical fruit tree belonging to the Moraceae family. It produces large, round, or oval fruits that are green or yellow when ripe. The flesh is starchy and can be cooked in various ways, making it a staple food in many tropical regions. Breadfruit is rich in carbohydrates, dietary fiber, and essential nutrients, and it plays a significant role in food security in many countries.

Calculate System for Breadfruit
400.00–600.00mm
Water Need
120 days
Season
30.00–60.00cm
Root Depth
25,000 kg/ha
Yield
20,000
Plants/ha

Growth Stages

Season: Mar – Aug (120 days)

Initial
Kc 0.400
30 days
Development
Kc 0.700
40 days
Mid-Season
Kc 1.000
60 days
Late
Kc 0.800
30 days

Breadfruit trees thrive in well-drained soils and require adequate sunlight. There are several varieties, including seedless and seeded types, with differing fruit sizes and flavors.

Water Requirements

Season Total: 400.00600.00 mm
Water Stress Sensitivity: High
Salt Tolerance: Moderate
Water Productivity: 15.500 kg/m³

Recommended Methods

Drip Irrigation90.00%Fixed Sprinkler70.00%

Soil Compatibility

Optimal pH range: 6.0 – 7.5

Sandy Loam
AWC100.00mm/m
Drainagegood
Drainage: Well-drained soils preferred
Organic Matter: 2.00%
Soil should be rich in organic matter. Consider adding compost or well-rotted manure to improve soil fertility.

Climate Compatibility

Temperature range: 15.0°C – 30.0°C

Tropical Wet
ETo: 3.006.00 mm/day
Temp: 20.0°C – 32.0°C
Frost: none
Frost Tolerance: Low frost tolerance
Heat Tolerance: Moderate heat tolerance
Breadfruit trees prefer warm, humid climates. Protect young trees from frost and extreme heat.

Planting Layout

100.00cm
Row Spacing
50.00cm
Plant Spacing
20,000
Plants per ha

Nutrient Requirements (kg/ha)

Nitrogen (N)150 kg/ha
Phosphorus (P)60 kg/ha
Potassium (K)180 kg/ha
40
Calcium (Ca) kg/ha
25
Magnesium (Mg) kg/ha
20
Sulfur (S) kg/ha
Schedule: Apply nitrogen in 3 splits during growing season
Organic Matter: 2-3% organic matter recommended

Yield Information

25,000
kg/ha
2.500
kg/plant
0.450
Harvest Index
Quality Factors: Size, color, sugar content

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Introduction to Growing and Irrigating Breadfruit

Breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis) is a versatile and economically valuable crop that has been cultivated for centuries in tropical and subtropical regions. It is a member of the Moraceae family and is closely related to other popular fruits like jackfruit and figs. Breadfruit is known for its starchy and nutritious…

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