Sesame is a vital annual oilseed crop grown primarily in Africa and Asia, valued for its economic and nutritional importance. Sesame oil, prized for its rich antioxidant phytochemicals and unsaturated fatty acid profile, is a significant source of essential fatty acids for various biological applications. It contains beneficial compounds such as lignans (sesamin, sesamol, sesamolin), tocopherols, and phytosterols. The essential fatty acids in sesame oil play an important role in cellular development and are particularly recommended during the first trimester of pregnancy. Often known as the “seeds of immortality,” sesame seeds are remarkably resistant to oxidation and rancidity, allowing the oil to be stored at room temperature for extended periods. Approximately 70% of the global sesame crop is processed into oil and meal. Organic sesame seeds, recognized by their small, flat shape and creamy white color, are enriched with essential minerals like calcium, magnesium, zinc, and vitamins E and B6. With the rise in health-conscious consumers, the demand for organic sesame seeds has surged. These seeds are grown without synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers, preserving their nutritional integrity and making them a healthier choice for consumers. The increasing adoption of organic sesame seeds in emerging markets such as China and India presents promising growth opportunities for the organic sesame seed market. However, challenges like low productivity, dependency on climatic conditions, and volatile market prices for organic sesame seeds continue to pose constraints for the industry.

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Organic Production of Sesame: Status, Techniques, and Market

  • Mahalingam Angamuthu,
  • Subrahmaniyan Kasirajan,
  • Gayathri Pandurangan,
  • Sapna Langyan,
  • Veeramani Perumal

摘要

Sesame is a vital annual oilseed crop grown primarily in Africa and Asia, valued for its economic and nutritional importance. Sesame oil, prized for its rich antioxidant phytochemicals and unsaturated fatty acid profile, is a significant source of essential fatty acids for various biological applications. It contains beneficial compounds such as lignans (sesamin, sesamol, sesamolin), tocopherols, and phytosterols. The essential fatty acids in sesame oil play an important role in cellular development and are particularly recommended during the first trimester of pregnancy. Often known as the “seeds of immortality,” sesame seeds are remarkably resistant to oxidation and rancidity, allowing the oil to be stored at room temperature for extended periods. Approximately 70% of the global sesame crop is processed into oil and meal. Organic sesame seeds, recognized by their small, flat shape and creamy white color, are enriched with essential minerals like calcium, magnesium, zinc, and vitamins E and B6. With the rise in health-conscious consumers, the demand for organic sesame seeds has surged. These seeds are grown without synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers, preserving their nutritional integrity and making them a healthier choice for consumers. The increasing adoption of organic sesame seeds in emerging markets such as China and India presents promising growth opportunities for the organic sesame seed market. However, challenges like low productivity, dependency on climatic conditions, and volatile market prices for organic sesame seeds continue to pose constraints for the industry.