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Organic Sorghum, commonly known as Jowar in India, is one of the world’s most important cereal crops and ranks fifth globally. It is a gluten-free ancient grain valued for its high nutritional profile, including dietary fiber, iron, calcium, protein, and essential minerals. Organically grown sorghum is widely used in traditional foods, health-focused diets, and gluten-free formulations.
Nutritional values per 100 grams of Organic Sorghum Millet (Jowar)
| Nutrient | Amount (per 100 g) |
|---|---|
| Energy | 330–340 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 70–72 g |
| Protein | 10–11 g |
| Fat | 3.0–3.5 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 6–8 g |
| Characteristics |
|---|
| Naturally gluten-free cereal grain. |
| Rich in dietary fiber, minerals, and plant-based protein. |
| Contains polyphenols and flavonoids with antioxidant properties. |
| Slow-digesting carbohydrates suitable for balanced diets. |
| Widely used in traditional and modern food applications. |
| Applications |
|---|
| Used in traditional foods such as rotis, porridges, and flatbreads. |
| Applied in gluten-free bakery and cereal products. |
| Used in health-focused and high-fiber food formulations. |
| Suitable for milling into sorghum flour. |
| Used in foodservice, institutional, and bulk food applications. |
| Sensory Parameters |
|---|
| Appearance: Uniform whole grains |
| Colour: Yellowish to whitish |
| Taste: Typical, characteristic |
| Aroma: Slightly typical; not musty |
| Physicochemical Parameters |
|---|
| Damaged / Discoloured ≤ 2% |
| Weevilled Grains ≤ 2% |
| Foreign Matter ≤ 0.1% |
| Other Edible Grains ≤ 1% |
| Stones: Nil |
| Infestation: Nil |
| Moisture ≤ 14% |
| Food Safety | |
|---|---|
| GMO / Radiation / Allergen: No | |
| Pesticide Residue / Heavy Metal / Aflatoxin: As per EU / USDA Regulations | |
| Shelf Life: 12 Months in a sealed pack temperature-controlled environment | |
| Gluten: Gluten Free (As per EU / USDA Regulations) | |
| Salmonella (per 25g): Absent | |
| E. coli (per g) < 10 |
| Packaging & Storage |
|---|
| Packaging: 25 kg paper bag / 50 kg PP bag / big tote bag or as per buyer’s requirement. |
| Must be stored in a cool and dry area on pallets. |
| Product should be protected from moisture and direct sunlight. |
| Acceptable For | |
|---|---|
| Vegetarians: Yes | |
| Lacto-vegetarians: Yes | |
| Vegans: Yes | |
| Kosher-certified: Yes | |
| Halal-certified: Yes |
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