Alfalfa Seeds for Bangladesh
This page is for dairy operators, livestock farmers, forage producers, and seed importers in Bangladesh sourcing wholesale alfalfa (lucerne) seed. KOHENOOR International ships direct from Pakistan to Bangladesh - ISTA Orange Certificate per lot, ISO 9001 + HACCP certified, full export documentation, since 1957.
Alfalfa seeds for Bangladesh: Wholesale direct from KOHENOOR International, Pakistan. Shipped via Chittagong / Mongla (10-15 days sea) then inland to Dhaka / Sylhet / Rajshahi / Khulna. Local name: আলফালফা / লুসার্ন বীজ (Alfalfa / Lucerne beej). MOQ: 1 MT trial / 20-25 MT container preferred. ISTA-certified, ISO 9001, HACCP. WhatsApp +92 310 4929292 for current FOB Karachi quote. Reply in 24 business hours.
Alfalfa seeds shipped to Bangladesh - the essentials
- Direct supplier
- KOHENOOR International (Hyderabad HQ; Karachi/Port Qasim loading; Australia branch)
- Years exporting
- Since 1957 (68 years, third-generation family business)
- Quality system
- ISO 9001 certified, HACCP compliant, ISTA Orange Certificate per lot
- Industry membership
- Australian Seed Federation (Member #1200264)
- Shipping
- via Chittagong / Mongla (10-15 days sea) then inland to Dhaka / Sylhet / Rajshahi / Khulna
- Local name
- আলফালফা / লুসার্ন বীজ (Alfalfa / Lucerne beej)
- MOQ
- 1 MT trial, 20-25 MT (one container) preferred for best FOB rate
- Documents
- ISTA, Phytosanitary, Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Packing List
- Payment
- 100% TT against scan-copy BL, or Irrevocable LC at sight from top-tier bank
- WhatsApp / Email
- +92 310 4929292 / export@kohenoorint.com
Shipping ports and transit time to Bangladesh
| Pakistani port | Bangladeshi arrival port | Transit |
|---|
| Karachi Port | Chittagong Port | 10-15 days sea transit |
| Karachi Port | Mongla Port | 10-15 days sea transit |
Why buyers in Bangladesh source alfalfa seed from Pakistan
Bangladesh's dairy sector is growing rapidly to meet rising domestic milk demand. Most quality alfalfa seed is imported. Pakistani-origin alfalfa offers a short sea route (10-15 days) and competitive FOB Karachi pricing.
How we test, condition, and ship every lot
- Origin selection from established multiplication growers in Punjab and Sindh.
- Manual rogueing at flowering - off-type plants physically removed in field.
- Cleaning and conditioning - gravity tables and indent cylinders.
- ISTA lab testing per lot - independent ISTA-recognised laboratory issues Orange Certificate.
- Bagging with sealed lot tags traceable end-to-end.
- Phytosanitary inspection by Pakistan Department of Plant Protection.
- FOB Karachi dispatch - container stuffing at Karachi Port or Port Qasim.
Documents with every shipment to Bangladesh
| Document | Issuer |
|---|
| ISTA Orange Certificate (purity, germination) | ISTA-recognised laboratory |
| Phytosanitary Certificate | Pakistan Department of Plant Protection |
| Certificate of Origin | Karachi Chamber of Commerce |
| Commercial Invoice | KOHENOOR International |
| Packing List | KOHENOOR International |
| Bill of Lading | Shipping line |
Available on request: Halal certificate, Fumigation certificate, Letter of Guarantee against GMO, Letter of Guarantee against chemical seed treatment, Independent third-party microbial testing, Pesticide residue analysis (QuEChERS), Heavy metals analysis (ICP-MS).
Cultivar options for Bangladesh
KOHENOOR supplies multiple Pakistani-origin alfalfa cultivars matched to climate. We will recommend the right cultivar for your dairy zone after you share your region and target arrival month.
| Climate match | Best for |
|---|
| Cold-tolerant variety | Temperate / continental dairy zones, highland regions |
| Heat-tolerant variety | Hot arid + tropical dairy zones, lowland tropical regions |
| Drought-resistant variety | Arid smallholder + pastoral systems |
Local-language RFQ template for Bangladesh
Send via WhatsApp +92 310 4929292 for 24-hour reply.
Alfalfa seed RFQ - Bangladesh
Company: ___
Destination: Dhaka / Chittagong / Sylhet / Rajshahi / Khulna
Quantity: ___ MT
Arrival month: ___
Port: Chittagong / Mongla
Intended use: dairy / livestock / smallholder
WhatsApp: ___
Pricing - current FOB Karachi market rate
KOHENOOR quotes at the prevailing FOB Karachi market rate on the day of enquiry. We do not publish a fixed list price - rates move daily with crop yield, FX, freight, and seasonal demand. The quote you confirm is the price that ships. WhatsApp +92 310 4929292 with tonnage + arrival month for a same-day quote.
Direct contact - 24-hour reply guaranteed
WhatsApp the destination port + tonnage + arrival month and we will quote within 24 business hours.
WhatsApp +92 310 4929292Frequently asked questions - Alfalfa seeds for Bangladesh
Who supplies alfalfa seeds to Bangladesh?
KOHENOOR International, Pakistan-based direct exporter since 1957, supplies wholesale alfalfa (lucerne) seed to Bangladesh via Chittagong and Mongla ports. ISTA Orange Certificate, ISO 9001, HACCP certified. WhatsApp +92 310 4929292.
How long is shipping from Pakistan to Chittagong?
10-15 days sea transit from Karachi Port to Chittagong Port. Onward to Dhaka by road or rail 1-2 days.
Is alfalfa called something different in Bangla?
In Bangla buyers use the English transliterations Alfalfa beej or Lucerne beej (আলফালফা বীজ / লুসার্ন বীজ). Same plant - Medicago sativa.
What is the MOQ for Bangladesh?
1 MT trial accepted. 20-25 MT (one container) preferred for the most competitive FOB rate.
Can alfalfa grow in Bangladesh's tropical climate?
Bangladesh's humid tropical climate makes traditional alfalfa establishment challenging in the lowlands. However, in cooler highland zones (Sylhet hills, Chittagong hills) and during the cool dry season (November-February) heat-tolerant cultivars can be grown for dairy feed.
Do Bangladeshi customs require specific phytosanitary documentation?
Yes - the Pakistan Department of Plant Protection issues a phytosanitary certificate that is accepted by the Bangladesh Plant Quarantine Wing. Standard documentation pack accompanies every shipment.