BASIL SEEDS PROCESSING BUSINESS

Description

Basil plant is widely known to mankind since ancient times. Basil plant and Holy Basil are the two different plants but belongs to the same family. Basil, sweet basil, or Sabja seeds, is an herb of the mint family, grown for its aromatic leaves and seeds. Basil plant has many medicinal properties and they are widely used in other countries in preparation of various culinary dishes. Both leaves and seeds have nutritional and healing potential which makes them one of the most preferred medicinal plants.

Basil plant is grown in tropical regions of central Africa to Southeast Asia. Basil seeds are similar to sesame seeds and have many different names as sabja seeds or tukmaria seeds. Health-conscious people prefer including healthy seed in the diet which has normally been a trend now, and this has increased the demand for Basil seeds which are considered as a powerhouse of nutrients. These tiny seeds work wonders for treating various health-related diseases as weight loss. Basil oil is most used for Aromatherapy and thus it possesses many medicinal benefits.

Basil seeds have many nutritional benefits as they help in weight loss, are good sources of minerals and high in fibers, prevents cold and flu helps indigestion, and most importantly reduces heat. So, it has huge demand in the summer season which acts as a natural coolant for our body and is used in many drinks, juices, and other health items. Besides its health benefits, it also finds applications in Food and Beverage industry, Pharmaceutical industry, Cosmetics industry, and Ayurvedic medicines. Basil seeds are flavorless and so they are used as a stabilizing and thickening agent. It stabilizes ice-cream and reduces the growth of ice crystals, and is also used in stabilizing whipped cream, jellies, etc. As a thickener, it is used in soups, sauces, and desserts.

Basil seeds are incorporated in packed health drinks which has huge demand in the market. Besides packaged drinks, they are also sold as raw seed and Basil seed oil. The most common use of Basil seeds is they are soaked in water or health drinks and consumed. Farmers in many states have opted to cultivate the medicinal plant and make a good income as it gives profit in a short time and at a low cost. The business has huge potential in the market due to its health benefits as the market is to grow by USD 92.37 million by 2023.

Considering the above factors, Basil seeds processing can be a profitable option to start a business as per its booming industry applications.

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