Peas are one of India’s important pulses and vegetable exports, valued for their rich protein content, dietary fiber, and versatility in global cuisines. India supplies a wide range of peas in fresh, dried, and processed forms, meeting the needs of household, foodservice, and industrial buyers. With applications in soups, curries, snacks, bakery, and health foods, Indian peas are in strong demand across Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.

🌱 Peas

• Botanical Name: Pisum sativum

• Types & Varieties:

  • Dry Peas: Yellow Peas, Green Peas

  • Fresh/Frozen Peas: Garden Peas (Sweet Peas)

  • Specialty: Split Peas (Yellow & Green)

• Grades: FAQ (Fair Average Quality), Machine-Cleaned, Sortex-Cleaned (Export Grade)

• Grain Characteristics (Dried Peas):

  • Moisture: ≤ 12%

  • Protein: 20–25%

  • Fiber: 10–12%

  • Foreign Matter: ≤ 1%

  • Broken/Cracked: ≤ 2%

• Color: Green or pale yellow (variety-specific)

• Texture: Smooth, round seeds; uniform, free from infestation or mould

• Shelf Life:

  • Dried Peas: 12 months in cool, dry storage

  • Frozen Peas: 18–24 months at -18°C

Applications:

• Food Industry: Curries, soups, stews, bakery, snacks, instant foods

• Health & Wellness: High-protein, plant-based products

• Industrial Use: Protein isolates, starch, animal feed