Fresh Vegetables
Our business has long been involved in the global trade of freshly harvested vegetables. Kerala’s renowned for its distinctive and flavorful exotic fruits and vegetables, thanks to its unique geography and traditional farming methods. We collaborate with various farmer groups and maintain direct connections with individual farmers. Additionally, we participate in contract farming arrangements to secure vegetables meeting our precise standards for quality and quantity. We take pride in delivering handpicked vegetables of impeccable freshness and quality to our valued clients worldwide. Here’s a concise overview of the vegetables we export globally:
Brinjal
Brinjal, also known as eggplant or aubergine, is a nutritious vegetable rich in fiber and various essential nutrients. A staple in the Mediterranean diet, this low-calorie vegetable offers numerous health benefits. Its fiber content, along with potassium, vitamin C, vitamin B-6, and antioxidants, actively promote heart health.
Studies on animals have indicated that nasunin, an anthocyanin found in eggplant skin, could potentially safeguard brain cell membranes against damage induced by free radicals. With its fiber content and low-calorie nature, eggplants are a valuable addition to a balanced and health-conscious diet.
Bitter gourd
Momordica charantia, commonly known as bitter gourd, is a vine native to tropical and subtropical regions, belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family. This green-skinned vegetable features white to translucent flesh and a flavor profile that aligns with its name. With its abundance of antioxidants, flavonoids, and other polyphenol compounds, bitter gourd offers potential benefits for various health concerns.
Rich in bioactive compounds such as saponins and terpenoids, bitter gourd possesses its characteristic bitter taste. However, these compounds also hold promise in potentially lowering blood sugar levels, particularly in individuals with diabetes.
Snake gourd
Snake gourd earns its name from its unique elongated and coiled shape, often adorned with light white stripes. Beyond its distinctive appearance, this vegetable offers a myriad of health benefits, including aiding digestion, detoxifying the kidneys, rejuvenating skin texture, and promoting hair growth. Rich in essential vitamins and minerals such as iron, calcium, phosphorus, and carotene, snake gourd contributes significantly to overall health.
In India, various commercial varieties of snake gourd are cultivated, including CO-1, CO-2, PKM-1, MDU-1, PLR(SG)-1, and PLR-2.
Pumpkin
Pumpkin, with its plump and vibrant orange appearance, stands as a highly nutritious vegetable, offering a dense array of essential nutrients. Low in calories yet abundant in vitamins and minerals, its seeds, leaves, and juices also pack a nutritional punch.
Among its numerous benefits, pumpkin is renowned as one of the foremost sources of beta carotene, a potent antioxidant responsible for the characteristic hue of orange vegetables and fruits. When consumed, beta carotene converts into vitamin A within the body. Additionally, pumpkin boasts fiber, potassium, and vitamin C, all contributing to heart health support.
Banana flower
The banana flower is a substantial blossom that emerges from the end of a banana bunch, characterized by its deep purple-red hue. Although starchy and bitter in taste, these flowers, also called banana hearts, are packed with a wealth of nutrients.
Rich in fiber, protein, potassium, calcium, copper, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, and Vitamin E, they offer a diverse array of health benefits. These aesthetically pleasing flowers can be enjoyed both raw and cooked, adding a unique touch to salads, soups, stir-fries, and herbal teas.
Yam
Yams, belonging to the Dioscorea genus, are characterized by their rough, scaly exterior, setting them apart from the smooth-skinned sweet potatoes, and are known for their less sweet flavor profile. A typical serving of baked yam provides approximately 20% of your daily Vitamin C requirement.
Wild yam root contains diosgenin, a compound with demonstrated potential in slowing the progression of osteoporosis, arthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Researchers utilize the diosgenin found in yams to synthesize hormones such as progesterone, cortisone, estrogen, and others for various medical purposes.
Banana stem
Virtually every component of the banana tree finds utility in some form. Banana stems, rich in fiber, offer potential relief for ulcers or acidity issues. Similar to the fruit, they boast high levels of potassium and vitamin B6, supporting the body’s synthesis of hemoglobin and insulin, as well as aiding in muscle repair and growth.
The abundant fiber in banana stems promotes a sense of fullness, leading to reduced food consumption and facilitating more effective weight management.
Tender Jackfruit
Jackfruit stands out as a lesser-known superfood, remarkable for its nutritional richness. Raw jackfruit, a rarity among vegetables, offers an impressive 3g of protein per cup. Found just 2 to 4 days before ripening, raw jackfruit features a thick flesh surrounding the seed. Unlike its sweet counterpart, it resembles raw mango in appearance, with a creamy white color, neutral taste, and devoid of the ripe fruit’s aroma.
With its low acidity, jackfruit uniquely serves as a fruit that can substitute for traditional carbohydrates like wheat and rice, either fully or partially, making it suitable for consumption as a meal.
Cucumber
Cucumbers offer a refreshing taste profile, characterized by their crispness, firm texture, watery nature, juiciness, and a hint of saltiness. Available in a spectrum of colors, ranging from pale green to vibrant orange with dark green streaks, they are not only delightful but also rich in silica, a trace mineral known for fortifying connective tissues. Additionally, cucumbers contain caffeic and ascorbic acid, compounds that address skin inflammation, fluid retention, burns, and itchiness.
In India, various cucumber varieties are cultivated, including Straight Eight, Japanese Long Green, Poinsette, Pusa Sanyog, Pant Khira-1, and Pant Sankar Khira-1.
Ash gourd
Ash gourd, scientifically known as Benincasahispida, holds a revered status for its remarkable medicinal properties. While commonly categorized as a vegetable, it features prominently in a range of traditional Indian dishes like kootu curry, sabzi, dal, and even sweets and candies such as petha.
The therapeutic benefits provided by the vegetable extend to its seeds and leaves, offering a wide array of remedial traits. Furthermore, the roots and juice of ash gourd find application in skincare and haircare practices.
Ivy gourd
Ivy gourd, a tropical plant belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family, scientifically known as Coccinia grandis, harbors compounds that potentially lower blood sugar levels. Additionally, the chemicals present in ivy gourd demonstrate antibacterial properties, aiding in the healing of skin wounds by combating bacteria, reducing inflammation, and facilitating skin tissue regeneration.
In various regions, ivy gourd is consumed in different manners: some consume it whole, while others prefer only the shoots. The root is ground into a paste and administered in small doses to children to alleviate bedwetting. Furthermore, it proves effective in treating mouth ulcers, and its leaves can be directly applied to wounds to diminish swelling.
Colocasia
Colocasia, also known as Taro root or Arbi in India, traces its origins to Malaysia and India, thriving in both wet and dry environments. Characterized by heart-shaped leaves and nutty-flavored white roots, Taro root can cause skin irritation when peeled.
Primarily favored by athletes for its sustained energy release, Taro root boasts a low glycemic index, making it ideal for prolonged physical activity. With just 0.1g of fat and no cholesterol in a cup serving, it aids in preventing arterial hardening, promoting cardiovascular health.
Elephant Yam
Amorphophallus paeoniifolius, commonly known as elephant foot yam or whitespot giant arum, is a highly promising tropical tuber crop hailing from the Araceae family. Native to Tropical Asia, this plant is characterized by its stemless herbaceous nature and tuberous roots. The tuber, serving as the underground stem, is sub-globose, depressed, bulbiferous, dark greyish-brown, and measures 18 to 25 cm in thickness.
Elephant foot yam exhibits significant potential in reducing levels of LDL cholesterol, often referred to as “bad” cholesterol, within the body. Its consumption can play a vital role in promoting optimal cardiovascular health.
Long Beans
Long beans, commonly found in Indian cuisine, are a staple in everyday dishes. Boiled long beans pack a nutritional punch, with every 100 grams containing 98 mg of magnesium, 2.6 mg of iron, and 8.3 grams of protein. Additionally, they offer 181 mg of phosphorus, essential for bodily functions.
As a green vegetable, long beans are abundant in phytochemicals and antioxidants, contributing to their role in cancer prevention and delaying the aging process. Incorporating long beans into your diet can provide a range of vital nutrients and promote overall health and well-being.
Bottle gourd
Bottle gourd stands out as a nutrient powerhouse and is celebrated as one of the healthiest vegetables available. With its high water content and rich array of vitamins and minerals, bottle gourd offers a multitude of health benefits. Research indicates that 100 grams of bottle gourd contains merely 15 calories and is low in saturated fats and cholesterol.
It is abundant in dietary fibers, promoting satiety and aiding in weight loss efforts by keeping you feeling full for longer periods. Incorporating bottle gourd into your diet can contribute significantly to your overall health and well-being.
Cluster Beans
Guar, also known as cluster beans, bears the botanical name Cyamopsis tetragonoloba and is believed to have evolved from the African species Cyamopsis senegalensis. These beans are rich in glyconutrients, which play a role in regulating blood sugar levels, making them beneficial for individuals managing diabetes.
Cluster beans are also a good source of calcium, a mineral crucial for bone health, aiding in the prevention of bone loss. Additionally, the presence of iron and calcium in cluster beans helps address deficiencies of these minerals, particularly beneficial for pregnant women. Furthermore, the hypoglycemic properties of cluster beans contribute to calming the nerves, offering additional health benefits.
Okra
Okra, commonly known as Ladies finger or gumbo and referred to as Bhindi in Hindi, is a flowering plant belonging to the hibiscus and cotton family. This versatile vegetable boasts a rich nutritional profile, packed with vitamins B and C, folic acid, potassium, and calcium. Additionally, it is low in calories and high in both soluble and insoluble fibers.
Beyond its role in managing diabetes, okra offers a multitude of proven health benefits. The abundance of essential nutrients such as phosphorus, omega-3, and omega-6 fatty acids contributes to enhancing memory and overall brain health. Including okra in your diet can be a wise choice for improving cognitive function and memory retention.
Red Onion
Onions, members of the Allium family, are identifiable by their pungent aroma and possess some medicinal properties. A cup of chopped onion provides at least 13.11% of an average adult’s recommended daily intake of Vitamin C.
Vitamin C, a trusted antioxidant, aids in neutralizing free radicals linked to cancer development. Additionally, onions’ Vitamin C content supports the synthesis and maintenance of collagen, crucial for the structural integrity of skin and hair. Incorporating onions into your diet can offer a range of health benefits, including antioxidant protection and support for skin and hair health.
Drumstick Leaves
Drumstick leaves, derived from the Moringa tree, often dubbed the “miracle tree,” offer a plethora of medicinal benefits. Every part of the tree, including the leaves, fruit, sap, oil, roots, bark, seeds, pods, and flowers, possesses medicinal properties. Moringa leaves are particularly rich in essential vitamins such as A, C, B1 (thiamin), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B6, and folate. Additionally, they boast significant mineral content, including magnesium, iron, calcium, phosphorus, and zinc. Moreover, drumstick leaves are abundant in amino acids, the fundamental building blocks of proteins. Thanks to the presence of isothiocyanates, drumstick leaves exhibit anti-inflammatory properties. Furthermore, their antioxidative nature helps safeguard against the detrimental effects of free radicals in the environment, contributing to overall health and well-being. Incorporating drumstick leaves into your diet can offer a myriad of health benefits, making them a valuable addition to any nutritious regimen.
Curry Leaves
The curry tree, a member of the Rutaceae family, thrives in tropical to sub-tropical regions and is indigenous to Asia. Sometimes referred to as sweet neem, this tree’s leaves find application in both medicinal and culinary realms. Renowned for their highly aromatic nature and distinctive flavor reminiscent of citrus, curry leaves are a popular addition to various dishes, including curries, rice dishes, and dals, enhancing their flavor profile.
Notably, curry leaves are rich in protective plant compounds such as alkaloids, glycosides, and phenolic compounds, which confer potent health benefits. Studies have shown that curry leaf extract exerts powerful antioxidant effects, contributing to its reputation as a beneficial herb with numerous potential health-promoting properties.
Bird's Eye Chilli
Bird’s eye chili, scientifically known as Capsicum Frutescens, belongs to the Solanaceae family of plants. This fiery chili comes in various types, including white, red, and green variants, each offering a unique intensity of heat. Widely used in cooking to add a punch of spice, bird’s eye chili owes its hot and spicy flavor to capsaicin, the compound responsible for its characteristic taste.
Beyond its culinary uses, bird’s eye chili offers several health benefits. It aids in digestion by stimulating the production of enzymes and gastric acid, thereby improving overall digestive function. Additionally, its anti-fungal properties can help treat infections, potentially preventing the onset of further disease. Moreover, the presence of capsaicin in chilies has been associated with the removal of cancer cells from the body, offering protection against certain types of cancer without harming healthy cells. Incorporating bird’s eye chili into your diet can not only add flavor but also contribute to your overall health and well-being.
