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Finger Millet (Ragi)

Finger millet, known as ragi, is one of the most nutritionally rich ancient cereal crops cultivated in India. Grown primarily across Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu, it is celebrated globally for its high calcium content, rich amino acid profile, and suitability for gluten-free food formulations. Demand is strong from health food manufacturers, nutraceutical companies, and specialty grain importers worldwide.

Geodhara International exports premium finger millet sourced from the leading ragi-growing regions of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. Available as Whole Finger Millet grain and Finger Millet Flour, our ragi is cleaned, sorted, and packed to buyer specifications in 25 kg / 50 kg bags or 1–5 kg consumer packs with private labelling. Each consignment is exported with complete phytosanitary and shipping documentation.

We supply health food manufacturers, flour millers, nutraceutical companies, and specialty grain importers across the Middle East, Europe, North America, Southeast Asia, and Africa with consistent quality, competitive pricing, and full export documentation.

Specification

Country of OriginIndia (Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana)

Botanical NameEleusine coracana

HS Code1008.29

Available FormsWhole finger millet, finger millet flour, malted flour

ColourBrown to reddish brown; white varieties available

Calcium ContentApprox. 344 mg per 100 g, the highest of any common cereal

Protein Content7% - 8%

QualityCleaned and sortex graded, free from weevils, sand and foreign matter

MoistureMax 12%

Packaging25 kg and 50 kg PP or jute bags; 1 kg to 5 kg consumer packs

LabellingPrivate labelling available

Shelf Life12 - 18 months whole grain; 6 months flour

StorageCool, dry and well ventilated, away from strong odours

GlutenNaturally gluten free

GMO StatusNon-GM

Harvest PeriodArrivals Sep - Nov; supplied year round

SpecificationFull spec sheet, COA and samples on request

Container

Quantity:Approx. 22 MT

Quantity:Approx. 26 MT

Uses & Benefits

Ground into ragi flour for preparing traditional flatbreads (ragi roti), porridge (ragi mudde), and health drinks across South Indian households.
Used in commercial production of ragi biscuits, cookies, energy bars, breakfast cereals, and health snacks.
Malted and processed into ragi malt powder used in infant foods, weaning cereals, and nutritional supplements.
Used in gluten-free food product formulations as a naturally gluten-free grain with superior nutritional content compared to refined wheat alternatives.
Used in brewing and fermentation applications for traditional beverages and industrial ethanol production.

Known As

EnglishFinger Millet / Ragi

Hindiरागी / मंडुआ (Ragi / Mandua)

Arabicدخن الإصبع (Dukhn al-Isba)

Sinhalaකුරක්කන් (Kurakkan)

MalaySekoi

GermanFingerhirse

Japaneseシコクビエ (Shikokubie)

Chinese龙爪稷 (Longzhaoji)

RussianЭлевсина (Elevsina)

FrenchMil Éleusine

SpanishMijo Africano

FAQs

What forms of finger millet do you export?

We export Whole Finger Millet grain and Finger Millet Flour. Whole grain is used for milling and direct cooking; flour is ready for use in bakery, health food, and beverage applications.

Is finger millet gluten-free?

Yes, finger millet is naturally gluten-free, making it a valuable ingredient for gluten-free food manufacturing and consumers with coeliac disease or gluten sensitivity.

What is the calcium content of finger millet?

Finger millet contains approximately 344 mg of calcium per 100 g - one of the highest calcium contents of any cereal grain - making it particularly valued in health food and infant nutrition formulations.

What certifications and documentation do you provide?

We provide phytosanitary certificates, certificates of origin, quality inspection reports, fumigation certificates (where required), and complete shipping documentation for every consignment.

Can finger millet flour be supplied with private labelling?

Yes, we offer finger millet flour in consumer packs of 1 kg and 5 kg with private label packaging. Custom branding and language printing can be arranged as per buyer specifications.