Fonio Seed
Product Description
Fonio seed, also known as Digitaria Exilis, is a type of millet native to West Africa. It is a small-grained cereal with a nutty flavor and is highly nutritious, and rich in protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Fonio seed is commonly used in traditional West African cuisine to make porridge, couscous, and other dishes.
Variety
There are two main types of fonio: white fonio (Digitaria exilis), which is the most commonly grown, and black fonio (Digitaria bursa), which is less common and higher in fiber
Specification
Fonio is an annual millet grown for its seed. It thrives in poor, rocky, or sandy soils and is not very demanding. It can cope with poor soils or marginal areas, particularly in the case of late varieties
Packaging
Bulk containers with liner bags for export. PP bags of 25 or 50 kg for local markets
HS Code
10084000