Onion
- Lead Id: 07031010
- Category: Food and Beverage
- Keywords: onion suppliers, wholesale onion, Bulk Onion exporters, Global onion trade, onion procurement, commercial onion farming, industrial onion supply chain, onion market analysis, organic onion producer, indian onion, Frozen onion, B2B onion
- Other Details: All orders accepted FOB, EXW, CIF, etc Payment Advanced, LC, etc
Description
1. Product Specifications Variety : Fresh Red Onions (preferred variety for domestic and export markets). Size : Medium to large bulbs (35-55mm diameter). Uniform size and shape. Color : Deep red/purple skin with no discoloration. Weight : Each bag must contain 20 kg ± 0.5 kg of fresh Red Onions. Quality : Free from sprouting, rotting, or fungal infections. No visible cuts, cracks, or bruises. Moisture content: <85%. Defects : Physical damage: <5% Pest/disease marks: <2% 2. Quality Standards Certifications : Compliance with FSSAI regulations. Organic Certification. Pesticide Residue : Must adhere to MRL standards set by FSSAI. Microbial Safety : Free from harmful pathogens like E. coli, Salmonella, etc. Packaging : Use clean, durable jute or poly or Mesh bags to ensure proper ventilation. Label each bag with: Farm name: Local Harvest date: 19May 2025 Batch number: - Certifications (if applicable) Weight: -- Price: ?-- per bag 3. Farmer and Farm Requirements Location : Farms must be located within Maharashtra, ensuring authenticity and traceability. Soil and Water : Soil pH: 6.0–7.5 Irrigation water must meet potable water standards. Farmer Training : Farmers must follow sustainable practices and proper post-harvest handling. Traceability : Implement a system to track each batch back to the farm of origin. 4. Harvesting and Post-Harvest Handling Harvest Timing : Onions must be harvested when fully matured and cured properly in the field. Handling : Use sanitized tools to avoid contamination. Avoid bruising or mechanical damage. Storage : Store onions in well-ventilated, dry conditions to prevent sprouting or rotting. Transportation : Use covered trucks to protect onions from moisture and sunlight during transit. 5. Sustainability and Social Responsibility Environmental Practices : Encourage organic farming, minimal pesticide use, and water conservation techniques. Fair Trade : Ensure fair wages and working conditions for laborers. Support smallholder farmers. Waste Management : Recycle onion waste into compost or bio-products.