Sesame seed
Sesamum indicum
Ethiopia is one of the world's largest sesame producers, and sesame is the country's leading oilseed export. We handle the three traded Ethiopian types.
- HUMERAWhite, high oil content. The premium Ethiopian grade, sought by tahini and confectionery buyers.
- GONDARWhitish, high oil content. Widely traded.
- WOLLEGAMixed reddish to brown colour. Used mainly for oil extraction.