Yield, Harvesting, Grading, Packing and Marketing of Pomegranate

Pomegranate (Punica granatum) is a high-value horticultural crop with significant export potential. Effective post-harvest management—including precise harvesting, scientific grading, and standardized packing—is critical to maintaining fruit quality, reducing losses (which can reach $20\text{--}25\%$), and ensuring premium market prices. This guide details the technical workflow for commercial pomegranate production.