Flax Seeds

Flax imports from South Africa include a variety of high-quality linseed types, such as Pratap Alsi-1, Deepika, Azad Alsi-1, and others. These linseeds are exported to many countries around the world. Below are some of the key linseed varieties exported from South Africa: 1. Pratap Alsi-1 (RLU-6) The oil content of Pratap Alsi-1 is 41.08%. This variety is best suited for the Rajasthan Kota command areas and is characterized by its tall height, erect, funnel-shaped plant structure, and white flowers. The seeds are light brown, and the variety is moderately resistant to wilt and tolerant to rust. 2. Deepika (RLC 78) Deepika, or RLC 78, has 41.39% oil content. This variety is medium in height with blue flowers and brown seeds. It is resistant to powdery mildew (PM) and is well-suited for various growing conditions. 3. Azad Alsi-1 (LMS 9-2K) Azad Alsi-1 contains about 39.92% oil. It has an average yield of around 1610 kg/ha. This variety is recommended for cultivation in the Bundelkhand region of Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan. 4. LC-2063 Released in 2008, LC-2063 is ideal for irrigated areas of Punjab. It features tall plants, medium maturity, blue flowers, and dark brown seeds, making it a popular choice for the region. 5. Himani (KL-214) The Himani variety, with 36.4% oil content, is recommended for cultivation in Jammu & Kashmir, Haryana, and Punjab. It is characterized by blue flowers, small brown seeds, and is moderately resistant to rust. 6. Bhagsu (KL-215) Released in 2010, Bhagsu has an oil content of 36.38%. It is recommended for regions like Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Uttaranchal, Punjab, and Haryana. This variety has small brown seeds and is moderately resistant to rust