Specifications
Best Quality Dill seeds Indian originWe are one of the leading exporters of spices and seeds from India.
whole dill seeds supplied by us is grown in sunny locations in deep and well-drained soils, mostly fertile and sandy loam, and fertilized using organic manure. The soil is kept slightly acidic to encourage better growth. Growing plants are watered regularly during the dry season. Unlike most other plants, dill needs protection from the wind. The top heavy hollow stalks, heavy with seeds can be easily knocked over by strong winds. Farmers ensure sufficient protection for the plants, without blocking the sunlight. Dill seeds are collected when they have completely ripened on the stem and have turned brown. The harvested seeds are spread out on a mat and sun dried before storage. The duration of exposure to sun is carefully monitored as this affects the flavor.
Details
- Product description : Dill is the dried fruit of the herb Nethum Graveolens. Dill seed is oval shaped, soft and fluffy and. Dill seeds have been used since ancient times by the Romans as a stimulant for gladiators. Today it is widely used in pickling and in German, Russian, Scandinavian and Indian dishes, salad dressing, soup and in the preparation of cottage cheese.
- Odour and taste : Dill seed has a pungent and aromatic flavour. The product shall be free from foreign odours and taste such as mustiness or rancidity.
- Extraneous matter : All matter from the specific plant other than the required part. The total content of this extraneous matter shall not exceed 1%.
- Colour : Dark green
- Country of origin : India
- Packaging : 12.5 kg, 25 kg & 50 lbs paper/poly bags.
- Labelling : As per buyer's requirement.
- Shelf life : 1 year from production date.
- GMO Status : Not genetically modified.
- Storage condition : Cool and dry (<20C).
- Minimum Order Quantity : 5 Tons
