Fenugreek Seeds
🌿 Fenugreek Seeds (Methi Dana)
Premium Grade Product Overview
🔹 Botanical Information
Botanical Name: Trigonella foenum-graecum
Family: Fabaceae (Leguminosae)
Common Names: English: Fenugreek Seeds | Hindi: मेथी दाना | Tamil: Vendhayam | Telugu: Menthulu | Bengali: Methi | Punjabi: Methi | Arabic: Hulba
🌱 Botanical & Agricultural Profile
- Plant Type: Annual herb
- Height: 30–60 cm
- Seeds: Small, hard, oblong, yellow to light brown
- Flavor: Bitter, nutty, slightly sweet when roasted
- Native To: Western Asia, Mediterranean
- Major Producers: India, Egypt, Afghanistan, Morocco, Turkey
- Harvest Season in India: February to April (Rabi crop)
🧪 Nutritional Profile (per 100g approx.)
| Nutrient | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy | 323 kcal |
| Protein | 23 g |
| Fat | 6.4 g |
| Carbohydrates | 58 g |
| Fiber | 25 g |
| Iron | 33.5 mg |
| Calcium | 176 mg |
| Magnesium | 191 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Active Compounds | Diosgenin, Saponins, Trigonelline, Galactomannan |
✅ Health Benefits
- Blood Sugar Management
- Digestive Health
- Lactation Support
- Hormonal Balance
- Cholesterol Control
- Appetite Control & Weight Management
🍲 Culinary Applications
Used widely in Indian, Middle Eastern, Ethiopian, and North African cuisines:
- Curries, pickles, chutneys, spice blends
- Tadka (tempering) in dals and sambars
- South Indian dishes like dosa batter and rasam
- Roasted seeds in herbal teas and seasoning powders
- Soaked seeds in Ayurvedic drinks and detox waters
🏭 Industrial & Medicinal Uses
- Pharmaceuticals: Blood sugar, lactation, digestion
- Cosmetics: Skin and hair care
- Nutraceuticals: Capsules, powders, supplements
- Animal Feed: Natural growth promoter
- Aromatherapy: Seed extracts in oils and tonics
📦 Product Grades & Packaging
| Grade | Description |
|---|---|
| Machine Cleaned | 98% purity, general use |
| Sortex Cleaned | 99.5% purity, export quality |
| Organic Grade | Certified organic, chemical-free |
Packaging Options: 100g, 250g, 500g, 1kg retail packs; 25–50kg bulk bags; private label/OEM available.
📈 Market Insights
India accounts for over 80% of global fenugreek seed production. Rising demand in vegan, organic, and natural food sectors, with applications in Ayurvedic, Unani, and Chinese medicine.
📄 Product Specification Summary
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Trigonella foenum-graecum |
| Purity | 98% – 99.5% |
| Color | Yellowish-brown |
| Moisture | Max 10% |
| Shelf Life | 12–18 months |
| Origin | India |
| HS Code | 09109912 |
🤝 Why Choose Our Fenugreek Seeds?
- Sourced from certified Indian farms
- High-quality, sortex-cleaned, lab-tested
- Suitable for culinary, medicinal, and industrial use
- Custom packaging & labeling
- Compliant with FSSAI, APEDA, USDA Organic, ISO