THE ACCEPTABILTY OF JACKFRUIT (Artocarpus heterophyllus) AS KROPEK

A Science Report Presented to the

Faculty and Staff of Quirino General High School
Zamora, Cabarroguis, Quirino

In Partial Fulfillment of the requirements

In Research I

Marben V. Dagdag
Scynard Job P. Zamora
Shammah Feliz C. Guimangal
Neziree Carmel Q. Javier
Precious Gem S. Marzo
Nayessa Angelica Grace S. Salibo

March 2020
 CHAPTER 1
THE PROBLEM AND IT’ S BACKGROUND

Introduction

Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus) is one of the commonly consumed foods in Sri

Lanka from the ancient time. It is a nonseasonal fruit and had a major contribution to the food
supply of the people and their livestock when there were short supplies of staple food grains.
Therefore, it is referred to as poor man food.

It is a monoecious tree and both male and female inflorescences are found on the same
tree. The fertilization is by cross-pollination and the propagation is mostly through seeds. The
complete fruit development process takes about three to seven months from the pollination,
varying in different countries.

The jackfruit commonly called “Langka or Nangka” is a species of tree in the Artocarpus
genus of the mulberry family (Moraceae). It is one of the popular fruit in the Philippines. This is
manifested by its wide distribution and cultivation. In Eastern Visayas production has steadily
increased through the years which enable it to ship the other regions and major cities like Cebu
and Manila some 100 to 300 fruits approximately two (2) to three (3) tons per week.

Every part of the jackfruit tree has its respective uses. The immature fruit is used as a
vegetable and feeds while the mature fruit is used for desserts and it is processed into beverages
and sweets. Its trunk is used as a limber for houses and building materials. The leaves of this fruit
are used as a medicine, fodder, and as a compost material. Its latex is in the list of ingredients for
glue and paste. Its roots are used for handle for farm implements. The seed is used for food, also
used in feeds, used for planting materials and for making candies. Jackfruit is a healthful source
of vitamin C and other essential nutrients, and research suggests that it may provide a number of
health benefits. Jackfruit is a good source of potassium. According to the American Heart
Association (AHA), foods rich in potassium can help reduce blood pressure. Jackfruit contains
substances called phytochemicals, such as flavonoids, saponins, and tannins. According to the
American Institute for Cancer Research, many phytochemicals have antioxidant properties which
means that they may help to counter the effects of free radicals. Free radicals are highly reactive
molecules that occur naturally in the body and can damage cells. This damage, known as
oxidative stress, may play a role in the development of several chronic diseases, including
cancer. Jackfruit is a good source of Vitamin C, which is a powerful antioxidant that is essential
for healthy immune system. Also, the body requires vitamin C to make a protein called collagen,
which is vital for maintaining healthy skin, bones, and connective tissues, such as blood vessels
and cartilage. Collagen is also important for wound healing. According to the United States
Department of Agriculture, a cup of raw, sliced jackfruit contains: 157 calories, 2.84 g of protein,
1.06 g of fat, 38.36 g of carbohydrates, 2.5 g of dietary fiber, 31.48 g of sugars, 48 mg of
magnesium, 739 mg of potassium, 22.6 of vitamin C.
 Kropek is a fried prawn flavored crackers made from starch or tapioca flour, and other
seasonings. This is considered as street food in the Philippines. Kropeks are peddled by vendors
in the middle of the road, usually during the rush hours when traffic is really terrible.
The researchers pursued this study because using this study, jackfruit seed can be made
into another new and useful product, instead of throwing the seed away.

Statement of the Problem

This study will be conducted to determine the acceptability of jackfruit as kropek

Specially, this will seek to answer to the following question:

1. Is jackfruit rags acceptable in making kropeks in terms of:

1. Taste;
2. Texture;
3. Aroma; and,
4. Appearance
2. Is there a significant effect of jackfruit rags in making kropeks in terms of:
1.1 Taste;
1.2 Texture;
1.3 Aroma; and,
1.4 Appearance
3. Which of the jackfruit parts is the best as kropek in terms of:
1.1 Taste;
1.2 Texture
1.3 Aroma; and,
1.4 Appearance

Objectives of the study

This study is guided by the following objectives:

Specially, this will seek to answer to the following question:

1. Determine the acceptability of jackfruit rags as kropek in terms of:

1.1 Taste;
1.2 Texture;
1.3 Aroma; and,
1.4 Appearance
2. Determine the benefit of jackfruit rags as kropek in terms of:
1.1 Taste;
1.2 Texture;
1.3 Aroma; and,
1.4 Appearance
 3. Identify which of the jackfruit parts is the best as kropek in terms of:
1.1 Taste;
1.2 Texture;
1.3 Aroma; and,
1.4 Appearance

Hypothesis
Jackfruit rags is not accepted as ingredient in making kropeks.

Significance of the Study

Since most of the people today just throw the jackfruit rags in the garbage can. The
Researchers thought of utilizing the jackfruit rags as nutritive organic kropek because we all
knew that people nowadays are frequently or love eating junk foods that has too much fat, salt
and sugar which are detrimental to our health.
This study will beneficial to the following:

Researchers. Researchers because of the increase of stocks, researchers can avail nutritive
organic kropeks, yet cheaper price.
They will gain additional knowledge.

Students. The students are the most important beneficiaries of this study. This study can
give additional understanding to improve their skills.

Farmers. Farmers specially to those planting fruits including jackfruit, will be benefited for
this study jackfruit rags as kropek.

Future researchers. The result of this study will provide information which would be relevant
to future researchers who would like to do further experimentation.

Scope and Limitation of the Study

This study delimits if jackfruit rags is effective as nutritive organic kropeks. To find out if
there are nutritional values that we can gain just by eating the jackfruit rags and to determine if
there is a significant difference between jackfruit rags from the commercial kropeks in terms of
taste, texture, aroma and appearance.

Time and Place of the Study

This will be conducted at Mangandingay, Cabarroguis, Quirino on February 22, 2020.