BUCKWHEAT
NATURALLY GLUTEN-FREE POWERHOUSE
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Buckwheat - Ancient Superfood
Buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum) is a pseudocereal that has been cultivated for over 8,000 years. Despite its name, it's not related to wheat and is naturally gluten-free. Nuragri-Expo supplies premium quality buckwheat from major growing regions, ensuring consistent quality and nutritional value.
Our buckwheat is carefully selected and processed to meet international standards, making it ideal for gluten-free products, animal feed, and traditional dishes. We maintain strict quality control throughout the supply chain to deliver the finest buckwheat products to our global customers.
Types of Buckwheat
Common Buckwheat
Most widely cultivated variety, used for flour and groats production.
Tartary Buckwheat
Higher in rutin content, more bitter taste, used for medicinal purposes.
Common Packing For Container Shipment
| Products | Packing | Container |
|---|---|---|
| Buckwheat | 50kg PP Bags | 200 Bags in 20'FCL / 400 Bags in 40'FCL |
Origin of Buckwheat with production
China is the largest producer of buckwheat, followed by Russia and Ukraine. Major growing regions include the Yangtze River basin, Siberian plains, and Ukrainian steppes.
Global buckwheat production exceeds 4 million metric tons annually. The crop thrives in cool, moist climates and is harvested in early autumn. China alone produces over 2 million tons annually.
Specification
| Properties | Values & Limits |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Max. 14% |
| Protein | Min. 12% |
| Foreign Matter | Max. 1% |
| Broken Kernels | Max. 2% |
| Test Weight | Min. 60 kg/hl |
| Color | Light brown to dark brown |
| Free from | Any kind of infestation |
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 100gm
Amounts per servings
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 Calorie diet.
Health Benefits & Uses
Health Benefits
- Despite its name, buckwheat is not related to wheat and is naturally gluten-free.
- It's a complete protein containing all nine essential amino acids.
- Buckwheat is rich in rutin, a powerful antioxidant that supports cardiovascular health.
- The grain helps regulate blood sugar levels and may reduce risk of diabetes.
- Traditional use includes making soba noodles in Japan and blinis in Russia.
- It's an excellent source of magnesium, manganese, and dietary fiber.