🌾 Cowpeas | High-Protein Pulses for Food & Feed
Type: Vigna unguiculata (Various varieties)
Color: Cream, red, brown, black-eyed
Texture: Smooth to slightly wrinkled
Flavor: Mild, earthy, nutty
Certifications: Non-GMO, ISO, HACCP, Organic (optional)
Origins: Nigeria, Niger, India, Myanmar, Burkina Faso, USA
🌱 What Are Cowpeas?
Cowpeas, commonly known as black-eyed peas or southern peas, are a drought-tolerant legume used extensively in human diets, livestock feed, and soil enrichment. Rich in protein (20–25%), dietary fiber, and micronutrients, cowpeas are a staple crop across Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
Valued for their adaptability and short growing cycle, cowpeas are used in traditional dishes, soups, and processed foods, and as nitrogen-fixing crops in sustainable agriculture.
🔸 Available Types of Cowpeas
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
Black-Eyed Cowpeas | Most popular; cream color with black « eye », used in stews & salads |
Red Cowpeas | Small, reddish beans with firm skin and earthy flavor |
Brown Cowpeas | Robust variety used in African cuisines and feeds |
White Cowpeas | Light cream/white variety; soft texture, fast cooking |
Speckled Cowpeas | Varieties with mottled or multicolored patterns |
Organic Cowpeas | EU/USDA-certified, grown without synthetic inputs |
🧼 Custom sorting, grading, and polishing available per buyer needs.
📋 Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Moisture | ≤ 13% |
| Protein | 20–25% |
| Foreign Matter | ≤ 1% |
| Damaged Seeds | ≤ 2% |
| Purity | ≥ 98% |
| Grain Size | 5–7 mm avg |
| Shelf Life | 12–24 months (cool, dry storage) |
📦 Packaging Options
| Format | Weight | Application |
|---|---|---|
| PP Bags | 25 kg / 50 kg | Bulk food processors, feedlots |
| Jumbo Bags (FIBC) | 1000 kg | Industrial buyers |
| Retail Packs | 500 g – 2 kg | Grocery, private label |
| Custom Branding | Any size | Ethnic foods, organics |
♻️ Available in biodegradable or vacuum-sealed packaging upon request.
🚚 Logistics & Export Information
Main Origins: Nigeria, India, Myanmar, Niger, USA
MOQ: 20 MT (1 FCL)
Lead Time: 10–15 working days
Documentation:
Certificate of Origin
Phytosanitary Certificate
Packing List & Commercial Invoice
Optional: Organic Certificate, SGS Inspection
Ports: Lagos, Chennai, Yangon, Houston
🍽️ Applications
Boiled in soups, stews, salads (e.g. Hoppin’ John)
Canned beans and pulse mixes
Ground into flour for baking or porridge
Sprouted for nutrition products
Animal feed blends
📑 What’s Included
Cleaned and graded cowpeas (type as per spec)
Export documentation (CO, Phyto, Invoice)
SGS, BV, or Intertek analysis (on request)
Custom packaging & labeling
Organic and fair trade options (on availability)
❓ FAQs
Q: Do you offer Organic Cowpeas?
A: Yes, organic-certified cowpeas are available with traceability from India and Africa.
Q: What are the common uses of cowpeas?
A: Food-grade cowpeas are used in dishes, flours, and snacks. They are also key in animal nutrition and soil improvement.
Q: Can I mix types in one shipment?
A: Yes, mixed container loads of multiple cowpea types can be arranged based on MOQ.
✅ Why Choose NNRV for Cowpeas?
🌿 Variety & Origin Control – Multiple types from Africa & Asia
🧪 High Purity & Protein – Food-grade standards
📦 Flexible Packing – Retail to industrial
📜 Export Compliant – CO, Phyto, SGS-ready
🌍 Global Shipping – Delivered to port or warehouse
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