CHICKPEAS
Ethiopian Chick Peas (Kabuli) and Chickpeas are used to make several local dishes,
therefore widely consumed in all parts of the country. It is recognized that Chickpeas
can be used as a source of zinc and protein-containing low levels of fat.
- Product type: Dessie
- Place of Origin: Ethiopia
- Color: Brown
- Cultivation Type: Common
- Cleaning Method:
- Packaging: Packed in 50 or 100kg P.P. bags
and shipped in 20 or 40 feet containers
Kabuli chana are known as chickpeas in English. They are the oldest and earliest cultivated legumes having a rough texture which is beige color with a diameter of less than a centimeter. They are rich in protein, fibre, vitamin b9, magnesium, zinc, and control blood sugar levels, maintain and making of red blood cells. Chole bhature, chole kulche, aloo chat, pindi chole are some dishes that can be made using kabuli chana.
Green chana or green peas, which are generally available throughout the year.They are rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, soluble and insoluble dietary fibre which helps in controlling and maintaining blood sugar levels. Furthermore, they are also eaten for weight loss. Chana makhani, green chana chaat, hara chana masala are some dishes that can be prepared using green chana
We offer Ethiopian grown Kabuli Chickpeas, Grade A/Grade 1. Kabuli Chickpeas-A are chickpea characterised by creamy color and big size (>85% retained on the sieve size of 18/64"/8mm).
Organic Kabuli chana is very nutritious. They contain many carbohydrates and fiber, as well as a large amount of protein, iron, magnesium, zinc, calcium.
USES:-Chickpeas are widely used in cooking in curries and such recipes as chana masala, Kabuli chana in tikkis, also use it with salads, chaats, pulaos, sprouted form, Chickpeas are a flavourful and healthful addition to several dishes, in both soaked and cooked form.
Split chickpeas may offer a variety of health benefits, such as aiding weight management, improving digestion, and reducing your risk of disease. Additionally, this legume is high in protein and makes an excellent replacement for meat in many vegetarian and vegan dishes.
5) Breeds of the Turkeys:
The world famous seven standard breeds of turkeys are:
White Holland
Bourban red
Narragansett
Black
Slate
Bronze
Beltsville small white
Age of laying 24 - 28 weeks
No. of eggs produced per year 70 - 100
Egg weight 85 gm app.
Male and female ratio 1:5
Average body weight Male:7-8 kg, Female 5-8kg
No.of chicks per female 43 - 63
Feed efficiency 2.8kg- 3.0 kg
Test sieve size analysis made and the following result found as under:
S/n Test sieve size Test Method Test Result %
1 Retained on 8.0 mm 2.74%
2 Retained on 7.1 mm 61.50%
3 Retained on 6.7 mm 28.55%
4 Retained on 6.3 mm 3.85%
5 Retained on 5.6 mm 1.97%
6 Retained on 5.0 mm 1.20%
7 Retained on 4.0 mm 0.19%
Physical quality analysis made and following result found:
1 Moisture ES ISO 665, 2001 9.9%
2 Beans count Automatic seed counter 325pcs/100gram
Chickpea is a key ingredient in hummus and chana masala, and it can be ground into a flour to make falafel. It is also used in salads, soups and stews, curry and other meal products like channa. The chickpea is important in Indian, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. In 2019, India was responsible for 70% of global chickpea production.
