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India is the world's largest producer of sesame seeds. India produces a wide range of sesame seed varieties and grades each peculiar to the region where they are grown.

WHITISH SESAME SEEDS From Gujarat and it's adjoining states are widely preferred due to its colour and size. Different grades available are:
Grade	Whitish Seeds	Other Colour seeds	FFA	Purity
99 / 1	Min 99 pct	Max 1 pct	Max 2 pct also possible Max 1 pct	Min 98 pct also possible Min 99 pct, 99.5 pct, 99.9 pct and 99.97 pct
98 / 2	Min 98 pct	Max 2 pct
95 / 5	Min 95 pct	Max 5 pct

BLACK SESAME SEEDS Black Sesame seed is available in following grades
Grade	Black Seeds	Other Colour seeds	FFA	Purity
99 / 1	Min 99 pct	Max 1 pct	Max 2 pct also possible Max 1 pct	Min 98 pct also possible Min 99 pct, 99.5 pct, 99.9 pct
98 / 2	Min 98 pct	Max 2 pct	Max 2 pct also possible Max 1 pct	Min 98 pct also possible Min 99 pct, 99.5 pct, 99.9 pct

CRUSHING QUALITY SESAME SEED
Mixed Grade (Brown, Brown / Black, from Whitish)
Oil Min 48 pct	FFA Max 2 pct	Purity Min 98 pct or 99 pct

HULLED SESAME SEED
Hulling is done mechanically and manually, colour sortexed and meeting required global standards, top grade product for round the year shipments. Indian hulled sesame seeds now find market for both wide range of edible purposes.

PACKING Indian Sesame seeds are offered in different packing as per the buyer's requirement
New Jute Bags	75, 50 or 25 Kgs
HDPE / Poly Propelene (PP) Bags	50 or 25 Kgs
Multi-ply paper bags	25 Kgs, 50 Lbs or 25 Lbs

INDIAN SAFFLOWER SEEDS
Indian Safflower seed crop is harvested during February every year and is estimated at about 3,50,000 Tons. Indigenously, use of safflower oil as cooking medium is on increase due to low saturated fats. Indian safflower seed has special demand for bird feed due to its bold size and whitish colour.

INDIAN SUNFLOWER SEEDS
The Sunflower seed production has registered a quantum growth with Sunflower Oil gaining popularity as a cooking medium in recent years. The oil content in Indian Sunflower seed ranges between 38 and 44% whereas protein content is 18-20%.

In recent years, exporters have invested in developing technology for Hulling of Sunflower Seeds. Few plants are now processing Sunflower Kernels and their product has gained importers' attention in major markets. Capacities are expected to grow rapidly in new future.

INDIAN HPS GROUNDNUT KERNELS India is one of the largest producer of Groundnuts in the world. Indian groundnuts are available in different varieties: i.e. Bolds or Runners, Javas or Spanish and Red Natals; and have a rich nutty flavour, sweet taste, crunchy texture and a relatively longer shelf life. Groundnuts in India are available throughout the year due to a two-crop cycle harvested in March and October. On an average, India produces 7- 8 million tons of groundnuts (unshelled) every year. In fact, considering the current export figures, India has a much larger potential to supply high quality groundnuts to the international buyer. The awareness and concern for quality amongst the Indian groundnut shellers and processors are growing steadily. Multiple sorting and grading are fast becoming a norm. Indian shippers have the capability to prepare and supply edible peanuts conforming to highest standards.
GROUNDNUT KERNELS
TYPE	COUNTS PER OUNCE	SPECIFICATIONS
BOLD	35/40, 38/42, 40/45, 45/50, 45/55, 60/70, 70/80	Moisture Max. 7 pct Aflatoxin as per permissible limits
JAVA	40/50, 45/55, 60/70, 70/80, 80/90, 100/120
RED SKIN JAVA	70/80, 80/90
Packing: New Jute Bags of 50, 25 or 20 Kgs Gross and also in plastic bags with Vacuum packing

RAPESEEDS & MUSTARD
Predominantly grown in the northern belt of India, the production of this seeds has made rapid progress in the last decade.

The biggest advantage is that they can be grown in a wide range of agro-climatic conditions. In India, rapeseed and mustard are grouped together. Amongst the nine major oilseeds cultivated in India, they come second, only after groundnut. The harvest usually takes place in March or April.

The oil content in rapeseed and mustard is between 36 and 42 %. Indian mustard, has a pungent flavour and is often used as a spice in the varied Indian cuisine.