Chickpeas: a simple guide for international buyers
Understanding Chickpeas Chickpeas are the seeds of Cicer arietinum and are traded in desi and kabuli types with distinct size, colour and uses. Buyers may request whole chickpeas,...
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Pigeon Peas: a simple guide for international buyers
Understanding Pigeon Peas Pigeon peas, Cajanus cajan, are an important pulse commonly consumed whole or as split pigeon pea known as toor or arhar dal. Export programmes may speci...
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Mung Beans: a simple guide for international buyers
Understanding Mung Beans Mung beans are the green seeds of Vigna radiata and are used whole, split, dehulled or for sprouting. Quality discussions may include seed size, colour, g...
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Black Gram (Urad): a simple guide for international buyers
Understanding Black Gram (Urad) Black gram, or urad, is Vigna mungo and is widely used whole, split or dehulled in dals, batters and processed foods. Export buyers may define grai...
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How to write a useful spice import enquiry
A clear enquiry should identify the spice and form required: whole, crushed, ground or another processed format. Add expected grade, crop preference, quantity, packing size, destin...
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Whole spices or ground spices: planning the right format
Whole spices generally preserve their aromatic compounds longer and give processors control over roasting, grinding and blending. Ground spices offer convenience and uniform incorp...
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Understanding coco peat export specifications
Coco peat is not a single uniform material. Buyers should identify the intended crop or growing system and discuss expansion volume, electrical conductivity, pH, moisture, particle...
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Desiccated coconut: details buyers should confirm
A desiccated coconut enquiry should state the required cut, such as fine or medium, together with fat profile, moisture, colour, flavour and microbiological limits. Buyers may also...
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A buyer’s checklist for lentils and pulses
Begin with the correct commodity, botanical or accepted trade name, and required form: whole, split, dehulled, polished or unpolished. State quantity, crop preference, grain size o...
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