Alfalfa Seeds for Philippines
This page is for dairy operators, livestock farmers, forage producers, and seed importers in Philippines sourcing wholesale alfalfa (lucerne) seed. KOHENOOR International ships direct from Pakistan to Philippines - ISTA Orange Certificate per lot, ISO 9001 + HACCP certified, full export documentation, since 1957.
Alfalfa seeds for Philippines: Wholesale direct from KOHENOOR International, Pakistan. Shipped via Manila (18-22 days, primary) or Cebu (20-24 days) or Davao (22-26 days). Local name: alfalfa / luserna. 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.
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WhatsApp +92 310 4929292Alfalfa seeds shipped to Philippines - 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 Manila (18-22 days, primary) or Cebu (20-24 days) or Davao (22-26 days)
- Local name
- alfalfa / luserna
- 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 Philippines
| Pakistani port | Philippine arrival port | Transit |
|---|
| Karachi Port | Manila (North Harbor / Manila International Container Terminal) | 18-22 days |
| Karachi Port | Cebu | 20-24 days |
| Karachi Port | Davao | 22-26 days |
Why buyers in Philippines source alfalfa seed from Pakistan
The Philippines has a growing dairy and commercial cattle sector. Bukidnon highlands (Mindanao), Cagayan Valley, and Mountain Province support alfalfa cultivation in cooler upland zones. Major end-buyers include commercial dairy operators, cattle ranches, horse stables, and the sprouting market. Pakistani-origin alfalfa via Manila offers competitive FOB 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 by independent ISTA-recognised laboratory.
- Bagging with sealed lot tags traceable end-to-end.
- Phytosanitary inspection by Pakistan Department of Plant Protection.
- FOB Karachi container loading.
Documents with every shipment to Philippines
| 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 Philippines
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 Philippines
Send via WhatsApp +92 310 4929292 for 24-hour reply.
Alfalfa seed RFQ - Philippines
Company: ___
Destination region: Luzon (Manila / Bulacan / Bukidnon) / Visayas (Cebu / Negros) / Mindanao (Davao / Bukidnon)
Tonnage: ___ MT
Arrival month: ___
Port: Manila / Cebu / Davao
Intended use: dairy / cattle / sheep / horse / sprouting / 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. 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.
WhatsApp +92 310 4929292Frequently asked questions - Alfalfa seeds for Philippines
Who supplies alfalfa seeds to the Philippines?
KOHENOOR International, Pakistan-based direct exporter since 1957, supplies wholesale alfalfa (Medicago sativa) seed to Philippine importers via Manila, Cebu, and Davao ports. ISTA Orange Certificate per lot. ISO 9001 + HACCP. WhatsApp +92 310 4929292.
How long is shipping from Karachi to Manila?
18-22 days sea transit from Karachi Port to Manila. Cebu: 20-24 days. Davao (Mindanao): 22-26 days.
What is the local name for alfalfa in the Philippines?
In English (the primary commerce language): alfalfa. In Spanish-derived Filipino: luserna. Same plant - Medicago sativa.
Can alfalfa be grown in Philippine tropical climate?
Philippines' humid tropical climate is challenging for traditional alfalfa in the lowlands. Heat-tolerant cultivars work best in: Bukidnon highlands (Mindanao), Cagayan Valley, Mountain Province (northern Luzon), and similar cooler upland zones. Used widely as forage for commercial dairy operations and for the human-food sprouting market.
What is the MOQ for Philippines?
1 MT trial accepted FOB Karachi. 20-25 MT (one container) preferred for best FOB rate.
Which Philippine industries import alfalfa seed?
Commercial dairy operations (Nestlé Philippines supply chain, Alaska Milk, etc.), Bukidnon highland cattle ranches, horse stables in Manila area, sprouting and salad businesses (alfalfa sprouts in supermarket chains), and government-affiliated agriculture programs.
Does the Philippine BPI accept Pakistani phytosanitary documentation?
Yes. Pakistan's Phytosanitary Certificate from the Department of Plant Protection is accepted by the Philippine Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) for HS 1209.21 alfalfa seed imports.
Are KOHENOOR alfalfa seeds non-GMO?
Yes. Pakistan does not commercially cultivate GMO alfalfa. Letter of Guarantee against GMO available free on request.