🌾 Fonio – Africa’s Oldest Supergrain for Wellness, Sustainability & Global Cuisine

Fonio Grain – White, Black, Organic, Pre-Washed – NNRV Export Supply
  • 🌍 Types Available: White Fonio, Black Fonio (Digitaria exilis & iburua), Pre-Washed, Milled, Organic, Conventional

  • 🧪 Nutrition Specs: Gluten-Free | Protein: 9–11% | Iron-Rich | Glycemic Index: Low | Highly Digestible

  • ✅ Certifications: ISO 22000, HACCP, SGS/BV, Organic (EU/USDA), Phytosanitary, Fumigation Certs

  • 📦 Formats: 25/50 kg PP bags, 1 MT jumbo bags, vacuum-sealed retail pouches, or containerized bulk

  • 🏭 Applications: Gluten-free flour, porridges, couscous alternative, cereals, diabetic-friendly diets, baby food

Fonio, one of the world’s oldest cultivated grains, is a nutritional powerhouse — naturally gluten-free, high in amino acids like methionine & cysteine, and well-suited for functional health foods. Sourced from West Africa, fonio thrives in arid climates and supports sustainable, smallholder-based farming systems.

At NNRV, we supply export-ready white and black fonio, in both raw and pre-washed formats, available for bulk industrial use, organic processing, or retail packaging.


🔹 Types of Fonio Supplied

Fonio TypeBotanical NameUsageKey Attributes
White Fonio
White Fonio
SGS Certified White Fonio
Digitaria exilisPorridge, couscous, flourLight, nutty flavor, fast cooking
Black Fonio
Black Fonio
SGS Certified Black Fonio
Digitaria iburuaEthnic dishes, artisanal blendsRare, darker color, denser nutrition
Pre-Washed Fonio
Pre Washed Fonio
SGS Certified Pre Washed Fonio
Exilis or iburuaReady for cookingSand-free, rinsed, packaging ready
Organic Fonio
Organic Fonio
SGS Certified Organic Fonio
Both typesWellness brands, gluten-freeEU/USDA certified, pesticide-free
Flour-Grade Fonio
Flour Grade Fonio
SGS Certified Flour Grade Fonio
Ground from white fonioBaking, gluten-free mixesFine grind, low moisture, allergen-safe

Gluten-Free | Moisture: ≤ 12% | Protein: 9–11% | Fiber: 4–6% | Shelf Life: 12–18 months


🔹 Technical Specifications (Example – Organic Pre-Washed White Fonio)

ParameterValue
Moisture Content≤ 12%
Crude Protein10.5%
Crude Fiber4.8%
Foreign Matter≤ 0.3%
Gluten Content0 ppm (tested)
Grain Size≤ 1 mm
ColorIvory-white
OriginMali, Burkina Faso, Guinea

📋 Delivered with: COA, Organic Certificate, Phytosanitary, Fumigation Cert, Certificate of Origin, SGS Report (on request)


📦 Packaging & Delivery Options

FormatLoad CapacityBest Use Case
25–50 kg Woven PP Bags20–24 MT / 20’ FCLBulk processors, millers
1 MT Jumbo Bags (FIBC)20 MT / containerFood brands, trading partners
Retail Vacuum Packs500g–5 kg (on request)Private label, ethnic groceries, wellness
Loose Bulk (Container)25 MT / 20’ FCLSilos, large-scale exporters

📍 Loading Ports: Dakar, Abidjan, Conakry, Lomé
📦 Incoterms: CIF / FOB / EXW / CFR / DDP


🔧 How It Works – Procurement Process

1️⃣ Submit Inquiry
Indicate fonio type, usage (food/feed/flour), tonnage, packaging, and delivery port.

2️⃣ Receive Offer
Quotation with full specs, pricing (CIF/FOB), origin, and documentation samples.

3️⃣ Confirm & Contract
Sign PI or contract. Payment via LC, T/T, or escrow for secure transaction.

4️⃣ Processing & QA
Grain is cleaned, sorted, moisture-optimized, optionally pre-washed, and SGS-inspected.

5️⃣ Shipping & Documentation
We ensure seamless export logistics and post-shipment support.


✅ Why Choose NNRV for Fonio?

  • 🌾 All Varieties Supplied: White, black, pre-washed, organic, flour-grade

  • 📋 Certified Quality: SGS-tested, EU/USDA Organic, allergen-safe handling

  • 📦 Flexible Formats: From bulk bags to private-label-ready pouches

  • 🌍 Sustainable Origins: Mali, Burkina Faso, Guinea, Senegal

  • 🧠 Nutritional Applications: For baby food, diabetic diets, gluten-free blends

  • 🔁 Spot or Long-Term Contracts: With stable pricing and volume assurance


🏆 Client Success Story

European Organic Retailer – France
Imported 60 MT of pre-washed, certified organic white fonio. Achieved 99.2% purity with <0.2% sand content, ready for direct vacuum-sealing. Product featured in 400+ organic stores under a private label brand.


❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Is fonio gluten-free?
Yes — fonio is naturally gluten-free and ideal for celiac-friendly diets.

Q2: Do you offer fonio in retail packaging?
Yes — vacuum packs (500g, 1kg, 2kg) available for co-branding or private label.

Q3: Can I get both white and black fonio in one shipment?
Yes — mixed containers are available if spec alignment and packaging allow.

Q4: What is the nutritional difference between white and black fonio?
Black fonio has a slightly higher mineral content and stronger earthy flavor.

Q5: What is your MOQ?
25 MT (1 FCL). Small sample orders (500 kg–1 MT) possible for evaluation.


📩 Source Africa’s Future Grain with Certified Fonio from NNRV

Whether you’re building a wellness brand, crafting nutrient-rich baby foods, or developing diabetic-friendly formulations, NNRV delivers premium fonio with global compliance and sustainable sourcing.

NNRV – Ancient Grains. Future Markets. Global Reach.