FLORA
FARM PRODUCTS
SESAME SEEDS
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We bring you the best from Ghana. Our carefully selected sources ensure that only premium grade seeds are shipped to our buyers worldwide.
Sesame Seeds
We source our Sesame seeds from local communities in Northern Ghana where we have established long term relationships with expert large and small-scale growers. We are yet to invest in Sesame seeds plantations and so we depend on third-party growers for all our supply. They produce the seeds under special arrangement for us, and are as dedicated to quality as we are. The seeds are selected, cleaned and exported worldwide.
Our multiple sourcing capabilities - from the network of farming communities enable us to offer our customers a year-round uninterrupted supply of high- quality ingredients and edible nuts and seeds.
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Sesame seeds are tiny, oil-rich seeds that grow in pods on the Sesamum indicum plant. They are widely preferred for their distinct nutty flavor, and are consumed the world over as snacks or used as ingredients in confectioneries, savories, and other several food recipes. Sesame seeds have many potential health benefits and have been used in folk medicine for thousands of years. They may protect against heart disease, diabetes, and arthritis. They have even become trendy as a make-up and health product additive.
SESAME SEEDS
Sesame seeds are tiny, oil-rich seeds that grow in pods on the Sesamum indicum plant. They are widely preferred for their distinct nutty flavor, and are consumed the world over as snacks or used as ingredients in confectioneries, savories, and other several food recipes. Sesame seeds have many potential health benefits and have been used in folk medicine for thousands of years. They may protect against heart disease, diabetes, and arthritis. They have even become trendy as a make-up and health product additive.
Sesame seeds are a good source of essential nutrients that are important for boosting the immune system. The tiny sesame seed is a powerhouse of organic minerals, especially calcium, zinc, copper, iron, vitamins B1 & B6, and vitamin E, and is also an alkaline food that contains dietary fiber and supports bone and general health. They offer the most nutritional value when the entire seed is used (un-hulled)
Quality And Supply Security
Our multiple sourcing capabilities - from the network of farming communities enable us to offer our customers a year-round uninterrupted supply of high- quality ingredients and fresh farm produce.
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Applications
CULINARY
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Due to health-driven trends, the sesame market has grown tremendously. The small sesame seed is used whole in cooking for its nutritional benefits and rich nutty flavor. Apart from sesame seeds being used for toppings on bakery products such as bread and buns and confectionery, sesame is also used in tahini, which is the main ingredient in hummus, a Mediterranean dip that has been around since the 13th century and is now popular in the health food world.
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The sesame seed is being incorporated in new recipes all the time such as salad dressing and nutrition bars. Roasted Sesame dressing has become a popular condiment. Use in salads and ethnic cuisine is growing and the place of sesame seeds in vegetarian diets is also increasing.
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Many traditional Asian dishes have sesame as an important ingredient, while sesame oil is used as a garnish in various eastern dishes and for frying Japanese dishes such as tempura. It also has the highest oil content among all oilseeds.
SOURCING
FFP’s competitive edge lies in the supply chain management of Sesame Seeds. We source our seeds from small-holder growers belonging to a network of farming communities in the Northern Regions of Ghana and we export them to the Middle East, Asia, and other countries. Large scale commercialization of sesame in Ghana is modest as compared to other West African origins, however, with our excellent organizational capabilities, we have already built a strong presence in the growing areas and have become a major player in the three Northern Regions of Ghana.
Together with our partners, we are actively coordinating the development of a commercialized sesame industry in the arid regions, based on sustainability and traceability. And our partners provide support throughout the season to maximize yield and secure product quality.
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Our Commitment
Our out-grower partners provide support throughout the season to maximize yields and secure product quality. We supply directly from Ghana in large or small quantities. Orders are shipped in containers with a capacity of between 16 and 20 tons. Contact us for more details.
SHIPPING
QUALITY CONTROL
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Product Testing and Certification Before Shipment
Our in-house Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) initiatives play key roles in guaranteeing the safety and quality of our food ingredients.
We work to the specifications of our customers to ensure all products are fully supported with comprehensive TDS, MSDS, Certificate of Analysis (from external independent testing organizations), or the necessary technical information to comply with destination regulatory requirements.
LABELLING
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Our labelling ensures traceability of individual batches and include the following:
Product name
Batch code
Name and address of exporter
Best before date
Net weight
Recommended storage conditions
Name/code of the inspection body and certification number where applicable.
PACKAGING
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Our Sesame Seeds are packaged under hygienic conditions and can be prepared for shipment in the following packaging or according to the customer’s specification:
25kg or 50kg multi-walled paper bags
50kg Jute bags
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Quantity per 20ft container
16 - 20Tons
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