Cumin

Cumin is an aromatic spice widely used in cuisines all over the world. It is native to the eastern Mediterranean region and western Asia. Cumin seeds are widely traded globally and used in a range of food products, including spice blends, condiments, and sauces. This technical report is aimed at buyers of wholesale quantities of cumin raw materials and provides key information on the product, including synonyms, botanical names, and growing locations.

Synonyms: Cumin is known by different names in various languages and regions. Some common synonyms of cumin include Jeera (Hindi), Zira (Arabic), Kamun (Turkish), Kimyon (Turkish), Kreuzkümmel (German), and Comino (Spanish).

Botanical Names: Cumin is scientifically known as Cuminum cyminum. It belongs to the Apiaceae family and is closely related to other spices like fennel, coriander, and caraway. Cuminum cyminum is an annual herb that grows up to 30-50 cm in height and has white or pink flowers.

Growing Locations: Cumin is primarily grown in India, Iran, Turkey, Syria, and Egypt. India is the largest producer and exporter of cumin in the world, accounting for more than 70% of the global supply. The major growing regions in India are Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh. In Iran, cumin is mainly grown in Kerman, Fars, and Yazd provinces. Turkey is another major producer of cumin, with the main growing regions being Adana, Antalya, and Şanlıurfa. Syria and Egypt are also significant producers of cumin, with the main growing regions being Aleppo and Fayoum, respectively.

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    Name :Calendula Herbs Co

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    Headquarters :Egypt

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    Name :BABA SIDI Herbs

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    Headquarters :Morocco

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    Name :BABA SIDI Herbs

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