How to choose soft-seeded pomegranates? Are soft-seeded pomegranates genetically modified?

Soft-seeded pomegranate is a new variety of pomegranate. It is higher in sweetness and nutritional value than hard-seeded pomegranate. Another major feature is that the seeds of soft-seeded pomegranate are edible, while those of hard-seeded pomegranate are not. How to choose soft-seeded pomegranate, do you know?

Contents of this article

1. How to choose soft-seeded pomegranates

2. Is soft-seeded pomegranate genetically modified?

3. How long can soft-seeded pomegranates be stored?

How to choose soft-seeded pomegranates

You can choose soft-seeded pomegranates based on the opening of the top. Soft-seeded pomegranates with good taste, full grains and high moisture content have their openings open outwards, and you can see the whiskers of the flower core. You can also choose based on the skin. Fresh and sweet soft-seeded pomegranates have smooth and shiny skin with a yellowish color. Choose ones that are heavy and have no scratches or cracks.

The biggest difference is that the seeds of soft-seeded pomegranates are edible, while the seeds of hard-seeded pomegranates are not. There is also a clear difference in the color of their flesh, with soft-seeded ones being reddish and hard-seeded ones being yellowish.

They also differ in sweetness, with soft-seeded pomegranates being sweeter than hard-seeded pomegranates, which taste noticeably more sour.

Soft-seeded pomegranates contain more protein, sugars, acids, calcium and other trace elements than hard-seeded pomegranates, and their value and price are far greater than hard-seeded pomegranates.

Is soft-seeded pomegranate genetically modified?

Soft-seeded pomegranates are not genetically modified. Soft-seeded pomegranates are a new variety of pomegranates, which were introduced to my country from Tunisia. After a long period of testing and cultivation, they were gradually promoted to the market. They have the characteristics of early maturity, full fruit, soft seeds, etc.

Genetically modified technology is known as "one of the most rapidly applied major technologies in human history" and is used in various fields of society. The more common ones include using genetically modified technology to improve crops, produce vaccines and food, etc.

Genetically modified technology is the core of modern biotechnology. Using genetic modification to cultivate excellent new varieties can reduce the input of pesticides and fertilizers, and plays an important role in easing resource constraints, protecting the ecological environment, improving product quality, and expanding agricultural functions.

All genetically modified foods that have passed the GMO safety assessment, obtained a safety certificate, and entered the market are safe.

How long can soft-seeded pomegranates be stored?

How long soft pomegranates can be stored depends on the method of storage. Different storage methods will result in different storage times. If placed in a cool place, they can generally be stored for two weeks. If placed in a refrigerator to keep fresh, the temperature should be kept at five or six degrees, and they can be stored for two to three months.

Among the soft-seeded pomegranates, the Heyin soft-seeded pomegranates have full grains, bright colors, thin skins, rich juice, high sweetness, melt in the mouth, no seeds or residues, and the best taste.

The soft pomegranate matures on August 15th every year, which is around National Day. When ripe, the seeds are large, red, sweet, and fall to the ground without getting covered in dust.

The soft seed pomegranate has a large fruit, which can reach more than 1,100 grams. The soft seeds are large and sweet, and the weight of 100 seeds can reach 56.2 grams, with a soluble solid content of 15%. The soft seed pomegranate family also has excellent varieties such as the red-skinned Tunisian soft seed sweet pomegranate and the Tunisian soft seed pomegranate.