Rapeseed is widely cultivated in India for extracting oil. India’s climatic conditions and moist soil are suitable for Rapeseed cultivation.These favorable situations make India the third highest producer of Rapeseed globally. Rapeseed is cultivated mainly in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab, Assam, Orissa, Gujarat and West Bengal. In 2020-21, India produced 8.5 million metric tons of Rapeseed.
Rapeseed meal, a coarse powdery material, is the by-product obtained during the processing of Rapeseed for oil. India’s high Rapeseed production has also resulted in the growth of Indian Rapeseed meals exporters. A-One Exports is one of the leading Rapeseed meals exporters in India, and we are committed to providing the best cattle feed all over the world.
The scientific name of Rapeseed is Brassica napus. It belongs to the Brassicaceae family (Mustard family), which bears yellow flowers. It's an oil-rich seed and a natural source of erucic acid. The elongated green pods of Rapeseed turn brown on ripening. Each pod consists of two compartments that carry the seeds. The seeds are round and appear black and hard when matured.
The Rapeseed meal has high protein content, coming second only to Soybean meal. Due to its high nutritional value, it is widely accepted as cattle feed. There is a high demand for Rapeseed meals all over the world. This has opened up a massive opportunity for Indian Rapeseed meals exporters. In 2021, India produced 4657 thousand metric tons of Rapeseed meals.
A-One Exports ranks high among other Indian Rapeseed meals exporters. By exporting high-quality, protein-rich Rapeseed meals, A-One Exports has established itself as one of India's biggest Rapeseed meals exporters. We have well-qualified technical assistants and experts to maintain the quality of Rapeseed meals we export. Our team is equipped with modern technologies and new varieties of Rapeseeds which help us improve the quality of our product.
As a main Indian Rapeseed meals exporter, we are confident that our clients across the globe are fully satisfied with our products.
Cultivation of Rapeseed
Rapeseed cultivation requires cold, dry weather. An adequate level of soil moisture is needed during its growing period. Dry and clear weather during the time of maturity increases the yield of Rapeseed. In India, Rapeseeds are grown in September-October and February-March (Rabi season). Rapeseeds are prone to many diseases. Hence timely assistance is necessary to protect the plant from weeds, pests, and insects. Rapeseeds are harvested when the pods turn brown. Harvesting is done just before the pods rupture.
Processing of Rapeseed
The husk is removed from the threshed Rapeseeds. The seeds are cleaned and dried in the sun to remove moisture content in the seeds. Rapeseeds are crushed to extract oil. The first by-product of this process is Rapeseed cakes. These cakes are further processed through solvent extraction to remove the remaining oil. Rapeseed meals are produced as the final product.
Regular Rapeseed varieties give a pungent taste to the Rapeseed meals due to the presence of glucosinolates. In modern varieties of seeds, the presence of glucosinolates has been reduced to a great extent through plant breeding. The high content of protein in Rapeseed meals (36%-38%) makes it a suitable feed for cattle.
The composition of Rapeseed meals varies depending upon the following factors:
- Type of seeds
- Condition under which Rapeseeds are grown
- Degree of extraction of Rapeseed oil
- Manufacturing process of Rapeseed meals
As a trusted Rapeseed meals exporter, A-One Exports strictly monitor that every step in Rapeseed processing is done accurately and scientifically.
Benefits of Rapeseed Meal
Rapeseed meal Is a natural animal feed, and hence, it has many benefits. They are:
- The protein content of the Rapeseed meal is much more than that of any other vegetable meal.
- The high protein content and nutritional value make it the best feed for cattle and poultry.
- Rapeseed meals can be used as a partial substitute for soybean meals.
- The presence of amino acids makes Rapeseed meal a suitable feed for monogastric animals.
Quality Assurance by A-one Exports
Livestock is one of the main factors influencing the economy of a country. As a dedicated Rapeseed meals exporter, we give prime importance to exporting Rapeseed meals with high nutritional value. A-One Exports is not only a leading Indian Rapeseed meals exporter but also exports varieties of fresh animal feeds to international markets. Rapeseed meals by A-One Exports are used as ingredients in cattle and poultry feeds.
We have manufacturing units with modern technologies. Our employees are highly skilled and ensure the quality of the product during every step of its manufacture. The manufacturing processes of Rapeseed meals are carried out in strict hygienic conditions. Using the latest techniques, we produce Rapeseed meals with a minimum level of antinutritional factors such as Glucosinolates and Erucic Acid. Lowering the level of Glucosinolates reduces the pungent taste of the Rapeseed meal. Rapeseed meals by A-OneExports are packed in sealed packages for longer shelf life.
We fetch Rapeseeds from the most reliable sources. A-One Exports is a highly responsible Rapeseed Meals Exporters in India, and we ensure that the farmers supply the best quality seeds. We provide good wages for farmers to acknowledge their labor. We also give our farmers the following agricultural assistance:
- Seed selection to produce the top variety of Rapeseed.
- Soil analysis to ensure the proper growth of plants.
- Assistance in the selection of fertilizers.
- Assistance in protecting the crop from weeds, insects and predators.
- Guidance on the latest techniques of the harvest to maintain the quality of Rapeseeds.
A-one Exports Rapeseed Meals Specifications
| Parameters | Value |
| Oil and Albuminoid | 38.00% Min |
| Moisture | 10% Max |
| Sand and Silica | 2.5% Max |
| Fiber | 12.00% Max |
| Aflatoxin | 50 PPB, Max |
A-one Exports Rapeseed Meals Packaging Specifications
| Parameters | Specifications |
| Characteristics | Free from molds and strange smell.
Free from insects, weevils, lumps and ball cakes. Observable in fresh colors and natural smell at the time of packing. |
| Packaging | Available in bags of 200 gm, 500 gm, 15 kg, 20 kg,50 kg
Bulk orders are accepted on customer’s demand. |
| Storage | In a dry atmosphere, in covered and well-maintained sheds. |
| Shelf life | 24 months after manufacturing. |