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Peanuts also know as groundnuts, earthnut, monkey-nut, and goobers, is the 13th most important food crop and 4th most important oilseed crop in the world. Peanut is native to Western Hemisphere however, it is now grown through out the tropical and warm temperature regions of the world. Today the world produces nearly 40 million tonnes of Peanut. China produces highest percentage of Peanuts closely followed by India at the second place.

India produced about 12 million tonnes of Peanut in year 2015. Gujarat is the largest Peanut producing state followed by Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. Gujarat produces nearly 70% of the peanut production of India’s total Peanut Production. India exported more than 700,000 tonnes of Peanuts in year 2015.

• The high levels of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats in Peanuts help to keep heart healthy. Oleic acid, in particular, helps to lower the LDL or “bad” cholesterol and increase “HDL” or good cholesterol level in the blood. Thus, they prevent coronary artery disease and strokes by promoting healthy blood lipid profile.
• Peanuts can lower the risk of diabetes by 21%. This can be attributed to the presence of manganese, a mineral that plays an important role in fat and carbohydrate metabolism, calcium absorption and blood sugar regulation.
• Peanuts contain vitamins, minerals, nutrients and anti-oxidants, whichmakes it a rich energy source.
• Peanuts also contains high protein levels. In addition, Peanuts contain B complex, vitamins like niacin, riboflavin, thiamin, vitamin B6, vitamin B9, and pantothenic acid.
• In addition to medical & nutritional uses, Peanuts have a variety of Industrial uses. Paint, varnish, lubricating oil, leather dressings, furniture polish, insecticides, and nitroglycerin are made from peanut oil.

In regions where highly spiced foods are favoured, cumin is a favourite. In fact, it comes second as most popular spice after black pepper around the world. Cumin seeds are used as a spice for their distinctive aroma. Cumin is most commonly used to flavour food and is widely available in both seed and powder form.

India holds the position of the largest production of cumin seeds in the world with producing over 70% of the world's total supply. It also holds the same position for being the largest consumer of cumin seeds. India consumes approximately 90% of its own produce of cumin seeds. India produces average of 200,000 Tons of cumins every year. State of Gujarat and Rajasthan are the largest cumin producers in India.

• Cumin seeds have essential flavours for different cuisines and it is a wonderful spice to add different flavours in food items.
• Cumin seeds are usually preferred at the locations where people love to eat spicy food items. This is taken as essential ingredient for curry powders and chicken dishes.
• In Middle East region, cumin seeds are usually preferred for fish dishes.
• Cumin seeds are dried properly and used in different forms at different places. It can also be used internally when required.
• It helps to reduce cholesterol, lowers blood pressure, helps in the development& repair of body cells and tissues.
• While cumin is a favourite on the spice rack, it has its own a number of curative properties which make it a versatile natural medicine.
• Cumin seeds have been used to treat carpal tunnel syndrome, diarrhoea, indigestion and morning sickness.
• In terms of medicinal value, Cumin is stomachache diuretic, carminative, stimulant, astringent and antispasmodic.
• Cumin seeds are used for their Key benefits which are good for boosting up overall energy levels and flush out unwanted toxins away from the human body.
• Cumin seeds can be used as medicinal herb to boost up your overall health and stamina.
• Cumin seeds are chemical free and help in treating yellow jaundice and other health problems.

Grown and cultivated for its edible seeds, Sesame Seeds are widely naturalised in tropical regions around the world. Among the condiments those are known to mankind, Sesame seeds may be the oldest. Sesame seed's distinctive attribute of being the rancidity resistant makes it the main ingredient for “tahini” and “Middle Eastern sweet treat, halwah”. There are there distinctive types of Sesame seeds which differs by colour of Black, White, and Brown.

In 2013, Myanmar held the 1st position for cultivating maximum amount of Sesame seeds in the world by producing 890,000 tonnes, which was 18.3% of the world's total production. India was very closed to this position by producing nearly 650,000 tonnes of Sesame Seeds the same year. However, in recent years India has got the lead on Sesame seeds production which reached its peak of almost 1 million tonne in 2015. In addition to being the largest producer of Sesame seeds India is also the largest exporter of Sesame seeds in the world. Gujarat is placed as number one for the largest producer of Sesame seeds in India.

• Sesame Seeds have lots of medicinal benefits and good to protect liver from oxidative damage.
• It can be used for treating diseases like headache or migraine.
• Sesame seeds are used in the therapy of anaemia, unclear vision and recreation of the bowel.
• Sesame seeds are usually cooked into crackers, regularly in the form of sticks.
• The powder of sesame seeds are good for bakery foods mostly in breads and buns for crunchiness. Sesame seeds are full of calcium, magnesium, copper, vitamin Bi, zinc and dietary fibre.
• Sesame seeds are also rich in sesamin and sesamolin, fibers called lignans that can lower cholesterol and help prevent high blood pressure.

Coriander aka Cilantro aka Dhania is origin to Middle East and Southern Europe however, it has been known to Asian Continent for more than a millennia. Such as other spices, Coriander is used for its fragrant and flavour in Dishes. The fruit of the coriander plant contains two seeds which, when dried, are the portions used as the dried spice.

When ripe, the seeds are yellowish-brown in colour with longitudinal ridges. Coriander seeds are available whole or in ground powder form.

India is the largest producer as well as consumer of the Coriander Seeds. Furthermore, it is also the largest exporter of the Coriander Seeds. India produces an average of 500,000 tonnes of Coriander per annum and exports approximately 40,000 tonnes per annum. World's 70% of the Coriander is produced in India. Rajasthan holds the first position of largest producer of Coriander Seeds in India with 56% of the total production of India. Second place is held by Madhya Pradesh, and third places is shared by Gujarat and Assam in Coriander Seeds production.

• Coriander Seeds are used as folk medicine for the relief of anxiety and insomnia.
• Coriander Seeds are used as a flavouring agent in medicines, tobacco, and as a fragrance in cosmetics and soaps.
• Coriander Seeds are used for digestion problems including upset stomach, loss of appetite, hernia, nausea, diarrhoea,bowel spasms, and intestinal gas.
• Coriander Seedsare also used to treat measles, haemorrhoids, toothaches, worms, and joint pain, as well as infections caused by bacteria and fungus. Coriander leaves can help accelerate the excretion of mercury, lead and aluminium from the body. Some breast-feeding women use Coriander to increase milk flow.
• In foods, Coriander is used as a culinary spice and to prevent food poisoning.

Grown under rain fed and dry areas, Millet is one of the oldest food know to mankind. Millet is also the first cereal grains to be domesticated for human consumption. Types of Millet are one of the oldest ingredients in Indian, Chinese, and certain Korean diet. Due to its short growing season, it can develop from seeds to harvestable crop in just about 65 days. The shelf life the Millet can be more than 2 years, if stored properly.

Indian Millet also known as “Bajra” or Pearl Millet constitutes more than 55% of the global Millet production. In year 2014 alone, India produced nearly 10 million tonnes of Pearl Millet. In India, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, and Maharastra are the major Millet producing states.

• One of the major use of Indian Millet or Green Millet is for Kettle Feed in Gulf countries. Millet is easy to digest and considered to be the least allergenic and most digestible grains available compared to rice.
• Millet is highly nutritious, non-glutinous and non-acid forming food.
• Millet contains appreciable amount of dietary fibre, and various vitamins; high amounts of lecithin are useful for strengthening the nervous system.
• It helps to reduce cholesterol, lowers blood pressure, helps in the development & repair of body cells and tissues.
• Women who increases Millet filled diet during menopause, reduces the risk of developing the breast cancer.
• Its high insoluble fibre helps to prevent Gallstones formation.
• Millet is rich sources of minerals like iron, calcium, zinc, magnesium, phosphorous and potassium.
• Millet is also rich in phytochemicals (polyphenols, tannins, phytosterols) and antioxidants.

Native to the Mediterranean countries and western Asia, Fenugreek is without a doubt one of the oldest cultivated plants. India, Egypt, and Middle East countries has been using Fenugreek as a on of the biggest source of medicine and spice. Derived from the Latin term Foenum-graecum or Greek hay, Fenugreek is usually known as Methi in India. Fenugreek is an erect annual plant of the Fabaceae or the bean family. In summer the plant develops flowers, which over time turns into brown pods. These pods contains Fenugreek Seeds. Fenugreek Seeds are aromatic & bitter, it may be eaten raw or cooked.

In year 2012-13, Total Fenugreek production was 130,000 tonnes. India is the largest producer of Fenugreek in the world today. Moreover, India also holds the top rank for maximum export of Fenugreek in the world wide. India holds 70-80% of the world's total Fenugreek export. Gujarat & Rajasthan are considered the largest producing states of Fenugreek in India.

• Fenugreek is used to make maple syrup because of its high nutritive contents.
• The seeds are soaked and powdered to make lip balm and tonic. Fenugreek is an important ingredient in vegetable and dhal dishes eaten in India. Fenugreek Seeds are rich in dietary fibre, which may be the reason it can lower blood sugar levels in diabetes.
• Fenugreek Seeds are useful for at atherosclerosis, constipation, high cholesterol, and hyper triglyceridemia.
• Fenugreek seeds can be used to make tea, which can reduce fever and menstrual pains, or they can be used in an ointment to treat skin infections.

India is second largest Onion producing countries in the world. Onions are available throughout the year in India however it has two major crop cycles one starts in November to January and the other starts in January to May. Indian onions are favored amongst all because of its strong taste and aroma as well as variety in sizes.

Maharashtra is one of the largest onion cultivating state in India with major share of 28% of total cultivation. In year 2017- 2018, India has exported 15 Million Metric Tons of Onions which equals to approximately 480 USD Millions.

• Red onions are one of the best natural sources of quercetin, a bioflavonoid that is particularly well suited for scavenging free radicals.
• Aside from its antioxidant properties, quercetin has been found to possess cancer fighting, anti- fungal, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties.
• In addition to quercetin, red onions provide allicin, a potent health-promoting compound that is found in onions and other members of the Allium family when the plant is crushed or chopped. Allicin has been shown to promote cardiovascular health, prevent and treat cancer, and reduce high blood pressure.