Alfalfa Seeds for Saudi Arabia
This page is for dairy operators, livestock farmers, forage producers, and seed importers in Saudi Arabia sourcing wholesale alfalfa (lucerne) seed. KOHENOOR International ships direct from Pakistan to Saudi Arabia - ISTA Orange Certificate per lot, ISO 9001 + HACCP certified, full export documentation, since 1957.
Alfalfa seeds for Saudi Arabia: Wholesale direct from KOHENOOR International, Pakistan. Shipped via Jeddah (Red Sea, 8-12 days) or Dammam / Jubail (Arabian Sea, 5-8 days). Local name: بذور البرسيم الحجازي / بذور الفصة. 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 Saudi Arabia - 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 Jeddah (Red Sea, 8-12 days) or Dammam / Jubail (Arabian Sea, 5-8 days)
- Local name
- بذور البرسيم الحجازي / بذور الفصة
- 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 Saudi Arabia
| Pakistani port | Saudi arrival port | Transit |
|---|
| Karachi Port | Jeddah Islamic Port | 8-12 days via Red Sea |
| Karachi Port | King Abdulaziz Port (Dammam) | 5-8 days via Arabian Sea |
| Karachi Port | Jubail Commercial Port | 5-8 days |
Why buyers in Saudi Arabia source alfalfa seed from Pakistan
Saudi Arabia is one of the world's largest per-capita importers of forage seed, with major dairy clusters in Al-Kharj, Al-Jouf, Hail, and the central Najd region. Pakistani-origin alfalfa via Dammam offers one of the shortest sea routes (5-8 days), competitive FOB pricing, and heat-tolerant cultivars suited to Saudi summers up to 45-50°C.
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 Saudi Arabia
| 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 Saudi Arabia
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 Saudi Arabia
Send via WhatsApp +92 310 4929292 for 24-hour reply.
طلب عرض سعر بذور البرسيم الحجازي - السعودية
الشركة: ___
المنطقة: الرياض / جدة / الدمام / حائل / القصيم / الجوف / الخرج
الكمية: ___ طن
الميناء: جدة / الدمام
الشهر: ___
شهادة حلال: نعم / لا
الواتساب: ___
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 Saudi Arabia
Who supplies bulk alfalfa seed to Saudi Arabia?
KOHENOOR International is a Pakistan-based direct exporter of al-Birsim al-Hijazi seed to Saudi dairy and forage importers via Jeddah and Dammam ports. Established 1957. ISTA Orange Certificate per lot, ISO 9001, HACCP, Halal certification available. WhatsApp +92 310 4929292 for FOB Karachi quote.
Which Saudi port is fastest from Karachi?
Dammam and Jubail on the Arabian Sea coast are fastest (5-8 days). Jeddah on the Red Sea is 8-12 days via Bab el-Mandeb and Suez routing.
Do you supply major Saudi dairy projects like Almarai, NADEC, Al Safi?
We supply Pakistani-origin alfalfa to a range of Saudi forage importers and end-buyers. Specific commercial relationships are confidential, but our shipping volume to Saudi Arabia is substantial. WhatsApp +92 310 4929292 to discuss your requirement.
Is Halal certification standard for Saudi Arabia shipments?
Halal certificate is available on request at buyer cost. Most Saudi buyers request it as part of their import documentation.
What is the MOQ for Saudi Arabia?
1 MT trial. 20-25 MT (one container) preferred for the most competitive rate. Annual contracts above 100 MT receive tiered volume terms.
Which Pakistani cultivars work best in the Saudi climate?
Heat-tolerant cultivars are recommended for Saudi conditions (Riyadh, Hail, Al-Qassim, Al-Jouf, Al-Kharj dairy zones). We will recommend the right cultivar after you share your specific region.
Are KOHENOOR seeds non-GMO?
Yes. Pakistan does not commercially cultivate GMO alfalfa. Letter of Guarantee against GMO available on request at no extra cost.
What documents accompany shipments to Saudi Arabia?
Standard pack: ISTA Orange Certificate, Phytosanitary Certificate from Pakistan DPP, Certificate of Origin from Karachi Chamber, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading. Halal certificate on request. SABER certification coordinated where customs broker confirms requirement.