Kufri Chandramukhi
Long-running early-maturing white-skinned variety. Reliable across multiple agro-zones.
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About this variety
Long-running early-maturing white-skinned variety. Reliable across multiple agro-zones.
Kufri Chandramukhi is classified as a south asia variety released in 1968, primarily used for all-purpose, fresh market. For agronomic specs, breeder details, and trial data not yet captured here, refer to the source registries linked at the bottom of this page.
Where is Kufri Chandramukhi grown?
Kufri Chandramukhi is most commonly grown in South Asia, with original release from India / ICAR-CPRI. The variety is a heritage variety preserved for distinctive characteristics. Cultivation footprint reflects the variety's adaptation to local agroclimatic conditions and the breeding programme's regional focus.
Production data for the specific countries where Kufri Chandramukhi dominates is documented through CIP, USDA, AHDB, ICAR-CPRI, NAK Netherlands, and national agricultural agencies depending on origin. Cross-reference our country profiles for production context — see the global country index or specific producers in South Asia.
What is Kufri Chandramukhi best used for?
Kufri Chandramukhi is best suited to all-purpose, fresh market. Long-running early-maturing white-skinned variety. Reliable across multiple agro-zones.
End-use suitability is determined by specific gravity, flesh colour, dry-matter content, and reducing-sugar levels. Variety selection should match end-use specifications documented through breeder guidance and trial data. See the complete varieties guide for cross-variety comparison.
When was Kufri Chandramukhi released and by whom?
Kufri Chandramukhi was released in 1968 by India / ICAR-CPRI. The variety belongs to the South Asia family of cultivars and reflects the breeding objectives of its origin programme — typically a combination of yield improvement, disease resistance, and end-use specification matching the dominant commercial demand of the period.
Variety persistence over multiple decades is unusual in modern agriculture; Kufri Chandramukhi's continued commercial cultivation reflects either distinctive culinary characteristics or specific niche-market demand that newer varieties haven't displaced.
How does Kufri Chandramukhi compare to similar varieties?
Within the South Asia family of cultivars, Kufri Chandramukhi is classified as a heritage variety. Comparable varieties include Kufri Pukhraj, Kufri Jyoti, Kufri Chipsona-1 — each with distinct breeding histories and end-use profiles. Cross-comparison data is available through our variety database.
For systematic comparison see the variety compare tool or browse all 237 varieties in our database. Each variety has its own dedicated profile with origin, traits, and uses documented from primary breeder sources.
Frequently asked questions about Kufri Chandramukhi
What is Kufri Chandramukhi potato?+
Kufri Chandramukhi is a south asia potato variety released in 1968 originating from India / ICAR-CPRI. Long-running early-maturing white-skinned variety. Reliable across multiple agro-zones.
What is Kufri Chandramukhi potato best used for?+
Kufri Chandramukhi is best suited to all-purpose, fresh market. Long-running early-maturing white-skinned variety. Reliable across multiple agro-zones.
When was Kufri Chandramukhi released?+
Kufri Chandramukhi was released in 1968. The variety is classified as south asia (Heritage).
Where is Kufri Chandramukhi grown?+
Kufri Chandramukhi is most commonly grown in South Asia, with original release from India / ICAR-CPRI. Cross-reference our country profiles for production data.
Variety profiles aggregate data from CIP Lima genebank, ICAR-CPRI variety catalogue, EU Common Catalogue, USDA PVPO, AHDB Potato Variety Database, NIAB, NAK Netherlands, the Potato Pedigree Database, national breeding programmes (CAAS, EARO, BARI, INTA, EMBRAPA, INIFAP, IHAR-PIB, VNIIKKH), and peer-reviewed literature in Potato Research and the American Journal of Potato Research.
Updated May 2026 · Reviewed by Potatopedia editorial team.