Beyond traditional culinary seed spices, Unjha has evolved into a premier aggregation and precision-cleaning hub for high-protein edible agro seeds and whole exotic spices. International food manufacturers and health-food packers routinely consolidate container loads combining mechanically de-hulled watermelon kernels (Tarbuj Magaj), pumpkin pepitas, black chia seeds, and imported whole spices like cloves, cinnamon, and star anise directly from Shubham Agro.
1. Edible Agro Seeds & Superfood Kernels
Demand for nutrient-dense plant proteins has surged across confectionery, granola, artisan baking, and traditional sweet manufacturing. Sourced and processed in Unjha, these three specialty seeds form the backbone of our seed export division:
| Commodity | Botanical Name | Purity Standard | Key Nutritional / Sensory Quality | Primary Industrial Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watermelon Seeds (Tarbuj Magaj) | Citrullus lanatus | 99.5% Sortex Ivory White | Over 30% protein, rich in zinc and magnesium; crisp, buttery texture | Traditional Indian sweets (Mithai), rich curries, nut butter bases, snacks |
| Pumpkin Seeds (Pepitas) | Cucurbita pepo | 99.5% Grade A Bold | Jade green uniform kernels, high zinc and phytosterols, low FFA (<1.0%) | Artisan bakery breads, healthy trail mixes, salad toppings, protein bars |
| Black Chia Seeds | Salvia hispanica | 99.9% Purity (Zero weeds) | Over 20% alpha-linolenic omega-3 fatty acids, 34% dietary fiber | Pudding bases, functional beverages, health capsules, smoothie blends |
Mechanical De-Shelling & Sortex Precision for Watermelon Seeds
Watermelon seeds harvested from agricultural arid zones possess a hard, fibrous outer shell. Consuming or milling the seed requires removing this shell without crushing the tender internal ivory kernel.
At Shubham Agro, calibrated impact dehullers crack the shell. Multi-stage aspirators pull away the black shell fragments, and modern bichromatic optical sorters separate damaged or discoloured yellow pieces from pure ivory-white kernels. The final product is 99.5% pure, vacuum-packed to prevent oxidative rancidity.
Because edible kernels contain upwards of 45% unsaturated fatty acids, controlling water activity (aw < 0.60) and packing in nitrogen-flushed or heavy vacuum barrier sacks is essential to maintain a crisp, sweet profile without stale off-flavours.
2. Whole Exotic Spices: Cloves, Cinnamon & Star Anise
Global spice importers frequently encounter logistical inefficiencies having to source seed spices from Gujarat and exotic whole spices from South India or overseas traders. Operating a full-service import-export desk in Unjha, Shubham Agro consolidates complete mixed containers featuring:
| Exotic Spice | Origin / Grade | Volatile Essential Oil | Physical Inspection Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cloves (Whole) | Zanzibar / Madagascar / Lalpari | Min 16% – 19% v/w (Eugenol rich) | Hand-picked clean (HPS), bold round heads, <2% headless cloves |
| Cinnamon (Cassia & Ceylon) | Vera / Padang / Ceylon Alba | Min 1.5% – 2.5% cinnamaldehyde | Clean cut quills, tightly curled, uniform thickness, low coumarin options |
| Star Anise (Chakra Phool) | Autumn Harvest Premium | Min 7% – 9% anethole | 8 intact carpels (points) per flower, rich star shape, <5% broken pieces |
Packaging Protocols for High-Value Commodities
Edible kernels and whole aromatic spices require specialized packing to withstand marine container microclimates:
- Watermelon & Pumpkin Seeds: Vacuum-sealed 25 kg foil/poly pouches inside corrugated export cartons (18 to 20 MT per 40ft container).
- Chia Seeds: 25 kg multi-wall kraft paper sacks with inner PE barrier liner (18 to 19 MT per 20ft container).
- Whole Cloves & Star Anise: 10 kg to 25 kg export master cartons with double inner poly liners to retain delicate volatile eugenol and anethole fractions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Yes. Many of our wholesale buyers in Europe, the Middle East, and Canada import consolidated 20ft or 40ft containers containing cumin seeds, fennel seeds, watermelon kernels, chia seeds, and cloves in partitioned palletized lots under a single Bill of Lading.
We primarily export raw, natural, de-shelled ivory-white kernels suitable for food processing and sweet manufacture. Lightly roasted and salted kernels are available upon special customer request.
Cloves are inspected for volatile oil yield (>17%), eugenol percentage, headless percentage (<2%), stem content (<1%), and zero mold or mother cloves, confirmed by independent pre-shipment laboratory inspection.
Vacuum-sealed watermelon kernels, pumpkin seeds, and chia seeds stored in ambient warehouse temperatures below 20°C maintain crispness and freshness for 18 to 24 months from the packing date.
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