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What Are the Common Types or Varieties Exported of Nigerian Sesame Seeds?

Sesame Seed
Nigeria
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By Theo Venter
Updated 2022년 10월 31일
White sesame seed is produced mostly for the baking industry. Brown sesame seed is used in the oil industry. There are several different varieties that farmers can choose from.

Sesame see is produced according to the target market. There are 2 types of sesame produced in Nigeria

1. White/raw = Food-grade used in the bakery industry. 98-100% whitest grade seeds.

2. Brown/mixed = Primarily oil-grade. 


There are several varieties farmers can choose from. However, the most important and most popular varieties are listed below:

Source: National Cereals Research Institute, Nigeria

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