Alfalfa Seeds for South Korea
This page is for dairy operators, livestock farmers, forage producers, and seed importers in South Korea sourcing wholesale alfalfa (lucerne) seed. KOHENOOR International ships direct from Pakistan to South Korea - ISTA Orange Certificate per lot, ISO 9001 + HACCP certified, full export documentation, since 1957.
Alfalfa seeds for South Korea: Wholesale direct from KOHENOOR International, Pakistan. Shipped via Busan (20-25 days, primary) or Incheon (22-27 days) or Ulsan (20-25 days). Local name: 알팔파 / 자주개자리 (alpalpa / jajugaejari). 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 South Korea - 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 Busan (20-25 days, primary) or Incheon (22-27 days) or Ulsan (20-25 days)
- Local name
- 알팔파 / 자주개자리 (alpalpa / jajugaejari)
- 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 South Korea
| Pakistani port | Korean arrival port | Transit |
|---|
| Karachi Port | Busan | 20-25 days |
| Karachi Port | Incheon | 22-27 days |
| Karachi Port | Ulsan | 20-25 days |
Why buyers in South Korea source alfalfa seed from Pakistan
South Korea imports virtually all of its commercial alfalfa requirement. Major end-uses include Hanwoo beef cattle forage, dairy farms in Gyeonggi-do and Gangwon-do, Jeju Island horse breeding, and the human-food sprouting industry. Pakistani-origin alfalfa via Busan 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 South Korea
| 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 South Korea
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 South Korea
Send via WhatsApp +92 310 4929292 for 24-hour reply.
Alfalfa seed RFQ - South Korea
Company: ___
Destination region: Seoul/Gyeonggi / Busan/Ulsan / Daegu / Gwangju / Jeju / Gangwon
Tonnage: ___ MT
Arrival month: ___
Port: Busan / Incheon / Ulsan
Intended use: dairy / Hanwoo beef / sprouting / pet food
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 South Korea
Who supplies alfalfa seeds (alpalpa) to South Korea?
KOHENOOR International, Pakistan-based direct exporter since 1957, supplies wholesale alfalfa seed to South Korean importers via Busan, Incheon, and Ulsan ports. ISTA Orange Certificate per lot. ISO 9001 + HACCP. Australian Seed Federation Member #1200264. WhatsApp +92 310 4929292.
How long is shipping from Karachi to Busan?
20-25 days sea transit from Karachi Port to Busan. Incheon: 22-27 days. Ulsan: 20-25 days.
What is the local Korean name for alfalfa?
In Korean: 알팔파 (alpalpa) - direct transliteration of alfalfa. Botanically also called 자주개자리 (jajugaejari, literally 'purple dog grass'). Same crop - Medicago sativa.
What is the MOQ for South Korea?
1 MT trial accepted FOB Karachi. 20-25 MT (one container) preferred for best FOB rate.
Which Korean industries buy alfalfa seed?
Korean Hanwoo beef cattle operations, dairy farms (Gyeonggi, Gangwon), horse breeding (Jeju Island), and the human-food sprouting industry (alfalfa sprouts are popular in Korean salads and bibimbap).
Do you ship sprouting-grade alfalfa to South Korea?
Yes. Untreated, food-grade alfalfa for sprouting and human consumption is available - specify 'sprouting grade' on your RFQ. Higher cleaning standard, no chemical seed treatment, with Letter of Guarantee against chemical treatment.
Are KOHENOOR alfalfa seeds non-GMO?
Yes. Pakistan does not commercially cultivate GMO alfalfa. Letter of Guarantee against GMO available free on request.
Does Korea's QIA accept Pakistani phytosanitary documentation?
Yes. Pakistan's Phytosanitary Certificate from the Department of Plant Protection is accepted by Korea's Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency (QIA) for HS 1209.21 alfalfa seed imports.