OUR STORY
FRUIT THAT TRANSFORMS.
In 2011, while a medical student on a mission working to improve maternal and child healthcare in India, our founder, Annie Ryu, was introduced to a giant, green, spiky fruit—jackfruit. This nutritious plant was a local staple, yet up to 70% of it was going to waste because there wasn’t a supply chain in place.
Annie saw value in jackfruit with its natural resilience to draught and disease. Jackfruit has a strong nutritional profile with high fiber, lower calories and fat than traditional meat, making it a perfect addition to any meal. With a vision to support farmers and nourish the planet, she set out to make jackfruit known around the world.
GET THE FRUIT TO THE PEOPLE.
Annie didn’t just find a fruit; she found a mission. Trading a stethoscope for jackfruit, she saw a chance to improve lives on a massive scale. By building global supply chains and creating market opportunities for farmers, Annie turned her passion into a delicious reality. And just like that, The Jackfruit Company was born.
From Boulder, Colorado, we’re serving up 100% vegan, all-natural jackfruit dishes that are as easy to prepare as they are satisfying. We’re on a mission to make jackfruit a global sensation while empowering over 1,700 farming families. Today, you can find our foods in stores, restaurants, and cafeterias across the world.
BIG FRUIT. BIGGER IMPACT.
At The Jackfruit Company, we’re here to shake up healthy eating, boost farmers’ livelihoods, and lighten humanity’s eco-footprint. We’re all about bringing you top-notch, ethically sourced jackfruit, straight from sustainable farms. Leading the global jackfruit revolution, we’re growing a thriving community of farmers, partners, and jackfruit lovers every day!
Explore our mission and learn more about our partners in our Impact Report.
