Alfalfa Seeds for Sudan
This page is for dairy operators, livestock farmers, forage producers, and seed importers in Sudan sourcing wholesale alfalfa (lucerne) seed. KOHENOOR International ships direct from Pakistan to Sudan - ISTA Orange Certificate per lot, ISO 9001 + HACCP certified, full export documentation, since 1957.
Alfalfa seeds for Sudan: Wholesale direct from KOHENOOR International, Pakistan. Shipped via Port Sudan (10-14 days sea via Red Sea) then road/rail to Khartoum / Gezira / Sennar / Wad Medani. Local name: بذور البرسيم الحجازي (al-Birsim al-Hijazi). 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 Sudan - 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 Port Sudan (10-14 days sea via Red Sea) then road/rail to Khartoum / Gezira / Sennar / Wad Medani
- Local name
- بذور البرسيم الحجازي (al-Birsim al-Hijazi)
- 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 Sudan
| Pakistani port | Sudanese arrival port | Transit |
|---|
| Karachi Port | Port Sudan | 10-14 days sea transit via Red Sea |
Port Sudan is the standard entry point for alfalfa seed bound for Khartoum, Gezira, Sennar, Wad Medani, and Nile Valley dairy zones. Onward rail or road from Port Sudan to Khartoum approximately 800 km.
Why buyers in Sudan source alfalfa seed from Pakistan
Sudan has a large traditional dairy and livestock sector concentrated in the Nile Valley and Gezira irrigation scheme. Pakistani alfalfa offers competitive FOB rates and short Red Sea transit. The Arabic name al-Birsim al-Hijazi is well established in Sudanese forage markets.
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 Sudan
| 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 Sudan
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 Sudan
Send via WhatsApp +92 310 4929292 for 24-hour reply.
طلب عرض سعر بذور البرسيم الحجازي - السودان
الشركة: ___
الولاية: الخرطوم / الجزيرة / سنار / النيل الأبيض
الكمية: ___ طن
شهر الوصول: ___
الميناء: بورتسودان
الاستخدام: علف ألبان / مراعي
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 Sudan
Who is the best alfalfa seeds supplier for Sudan?
KOHENOOR International, Pakistan-based direct exporter since 1957, supplies wholesale alfalfa (al-Birsim al-Hijazi) seed to Sudanese dairy and livestock buyers via Port Sudan. ISTA Orange Certificate per lot. ISO 9001 + HACCP certified. Member of Australian Seed Federation. WhatsApp +92 310 4929292.
How long is shipping from Pakistan to Port Sudan?
10-14 days sea transit Karachi Port to Port Sudan via Red Sea. Onward road or rail to Khartoum approximately 2-3 days. Total typically 12-17 days.
What is the local Arabic name for alfalfa in Sudan?
In Sudan the standard Arabic name is al-Birsim al-Hijazi or simply al-Fissa. Same crop as Medicago sativa.
What is the minimum order to Sudan?
1 MT trial accepted FOB Karachi. 20-25 MT (one container) preferred for the most competitive rate.
Can KOHENOOR provide Halal certification for Sudan?
Yes, Halal certificate is available on request at buyer cost.
Which Sudanese regions can grow alfalfa?
Sudan has a long history of alfalfa cultivation in the Gezira irrigation scheme, Sennar, White Nile, and Northern State along the Nile Valley. Heat-tolerant cultivars work best in the Sudanese climate.
Do you ship to South Sudan as well?
Yes, South Sudan buyers typically import via Port Sudan or Mombasa, then onward overland to Juba. WhatsApp us with your destination and quantity for routing options.
What payment terms do you accept from Sudanese buyers?
100% TT against scan copy of Bill of Lading, or Irrevocable Letter of Credit at sight from a top-tier bank. Repeat buyers (3+ shipments): terms negotiable up to net 30 days against shipping documents.