Alfalfa Seeds for Tanzania
This page is for dairy operators, livestock farmers, forage producers, and seed importers in Tanzania sourcing wholesale alfalfa (lucerne) seed. KOHENOOR International ships direct from Pakistan to Tanzania - ISTA Orange Certificate per lot, ISO 9001 + HACCP certified, full export documentation, since 1957.
Alfalfa seeds for Tanzania: Wholesale direct from KOHENOOR International, Pakistan. Shipped via Dar es Salaam Port (10-15 days sea) then road to Arusha / Moshi / Mbeya / Iringa / Mwanza / Dodoma. Recommended local name: Alfalfa seeds / Lucerne seeds / Mbegu za Alfalfa (Swahili). 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 Tanzania - the essentials
- Direct supplier
- KOHENOOR International (Hyderabad HQ; Karachi/Port Qasim loading; Australia branch office)
- 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 Dar es Salaam Port (10-15 days sea) then road to Arusha / Moshi / Mbeya / Iringa / Mwanza / Dodoma
- Local name
- Alfalfa seeds / Lucerne seeds / Mbegu za Alfalfa (Swahili)
- 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 + transit time to Tanzania
| Pakistani port | Tanzanian arrival port | Transit |
|---|
| Karachi Port | Dar es Salaam Port | 10-15 days sea transit |
| Karachi Port | Tanga Port (alternate) | 10-15 days sea transit, useful for northern Tanzania / Arusha |
Dar es Salaam is Tanzania's largest port, handling onward transport to Mwanza, Mbeya, Iringa, Arusha, Moshi. Tanga Port can be a faster alternative for northern Tanzania importers.
Why buyers in Tanzania source alfalfa seed from Pakistan
Tanzania has a growing commercial dairy sector concentrated in the Southern Highlands and Arusha-Kilimanjaro belt. Government and private extension programmes import alfalfa seed for forage establishment. Pakistani-origin alfalfa offers competitive sea-freight rates via Dar es Salaam and ISTA-per-lot certification meeting TPHS requirements.
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 (purity + germination).
- 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 Tanzania
| 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 Tanzania
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 Tanzania
Send via WhatsApp +92 310 4929292 for 24-hour reply.
Alfalfa seed RFQ - Tanzania
Company: ___
Destination region: Arusha / Mbeya / Iringa / Dodoma / Dar es Salaam
Quantity: ___ MT
Arrival month: ___
Port: Dar es Salaam / Tanga
Intended use: dairy / livestock / smallholder
WhatsApp: ___
Email: ___
Pricing approach - current market, not list
KOHENOOR quotes at the prevailing FOB Karachi market rate on the day of enquiry. We do not publish a fixed price list because rates move daily with crop yield, FX, freight, and seasonal demand. The quote you confirm is the price that ships.
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 Tanzania
Who supplies alfalfa seed to Tanzania?
KOHENOOR International is a Pakistani direct exporter of wholesale alfalfa (lucerne) seed serving Tanzania via Dar es Salaam Port. Established 1957. ISO 9001 + HACCP certified. ISTA Orange Certificate per lot. WhatsApp +92 310 4929292 for FOB Karachi quote.
Where does the shipment land in Tanzania?
Dar es Salaam Port is the primary entry point (10-15 days sea transit from Karachi). Tanga Port is an alternative for northern Tanzania buyers (Arusha, Moshi, Kilimanjaro region).
Can alfalfa be grown in Tanzania?
Yes, in highland regions above 1200 m altitude. The Southern Highlands (Mbeya, Iringa, Njombe), Arusha-Kilimanjaro belt, and Mwanza highland zones support alfalfa cultivation. Cultivar selection depends on altitude and rainfall - we will recommend the right variety after you share your target region.
What is the minimum order for Tanzania?
1 MT trial accepted FOB Karachi. 20-25 MT container preferred for best rate.
What documents does Tanzanian customs require?
Standard documentation accepted: ISTA Orange Certificate, Phytosanitary Certificate from Pakistan DPP, Certificate of Origin from Karachi Chamber, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading. Tanzanian Plant Health Services (TPHS) accepts the Pakistani phytosanitary certificate.
Is KOHENOOR alfalfa seed certified organic?
Standard production is not certified organic but is non-GMO and untreated. EU Organic / USDA NOP certification is available on request, subject to 5 MT minimum and 60-90 day lead time.
Do you offer Halal certification for Tanzania?
Yes - Halal certificate is available on request at buyer cost.