Castor meal is also variously called castor meal, castor residue, castor extract & de-oiled castor cake
Castor meal - the residue obtained from castor cake by the solvent extraction process - is one of the most versatile natural manures. It is truly organic manure which enhances the fertility of the soil without causing any damage or decay. It is enriched with the three big elements vital and conducive to the proper growth of crops - Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium. It also has traces of nutrients like Manganese, Zinc and Copper, thus making it a balanced fertilizer. Moreover, it helps to neutralize the detrimental effects of chemical fertilizers. Apart from their contribution to Nutrients, they have a number of benefits in agriculture, which none of the synthetic fertilizers or pesticides can offer. They bring in the wonderful molecules that nature has designed to help the plants flourish naturally. They provide slow and steady nourishment, stimulation, protection from soil nematodes and insects; improve yields, and quality of product like taste, flavour, amino acid composition etc.
The pressed cake obtained after the expression of castor bean. The solvent extracted cake, although rich in protein cannot be used as cattle fodder because of its toxicity. However, it can be used as a fertilizer.
The protein content of castor seed meal varies from 21-48% depending upon the extent of decortications. It has an ideal amino acid profile with moderately high Cystine, mithionine, and isoleucine. But its ant nutritional substances, ricin, ricine and an allergen restrict its use in poultry feed, even at a very low level of inclusion.
Castor Cake is an excellent fertilizer because of high content of N (6.4%), Phosphoric Acid (2.55%) and Potash (1%) and moisture retention.
There is negative correlation between the contents of ricinine in castor seeds and oil content (r = -0.76). This content of ricinine in castor seed is determined by Agro climatic conditions.
Nutrient content of Castor Cake:
Organic matter - 75 - 80 %, Nitrogen - 4.0 - 4.5 %, Phosphorous - 1.5 %, Potassium - 1.25 - 1.5 %.
It also contains some micro nutrients viz., Calcium, Magnesium, Sulphur, Iron, Zinc, Manganese, Copper etc.
A typical composition of castor residue/meal is as follows:
Nitrogen - 4% min. approx.
Phosphorous - 1% min. approx.
Potassium - 1% min. approx.
Moisture - 10 - 12 % max. approx.
Oil Content - 0.7% max. approx.
Advantages:
1. It provides all the major & minor nutrients necessary for better plant growth.
2. It also helps in increasing the nutrient uptake by plants.
3. It improves the soil fertility and productivity.
4. It is known to protect the plants from nematodes and termites.
5. It improves the yield & quality of the farm produce.
6. It improves the physical, chemical and biological properties of soil
Castor Seed, a flagship product from us stands out as a superior choice for various industries, including oil production, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and agriculture.
Our company, recognized as a reliable Manufacturer and Exporter, takes pride in offering Castor Seeds of exceptional quality. Originating from Pakistan, our Castor Seeds weigh 65 KG per standard export quality.
As a key player in the Agro & Agriculture sector, Kohenoor International supplies clean and contamination-free Castor Seeds with consistent oval shapes, high oil content, and low ricin levels in the seed outer hull.
These seeds boast an extensive germination rate, making them ideal for oil extraction. For businesses seeking top-notch Castor Seeds at competitive B2B prices, we are the trusted choice.
Castor Carrier Oil is obtained from castor seeds of castor plant. The oil appears pale yellow that has either no or mild odor. It is slightly viscous in nature due to the presence of fatty acids.
We, at PVB Aroma Oils, are being presented as a top manufacturer and suppliers of best quality Castor Carrier Oil globally. The oil in supplied in various packaging option so that customers can meet their exact requirements. It is packed in airtight bottles so that it does not spill during its transit. Castor is a fast growing perennial shrub that reaches to a height of 12m. It belongs to the family Euphorbiaceae of the plant kingdom. This flowering plant has glossy leaves that are 45cm in length and is long-stalked. The fruits are spiny and are greenish to reddish to purple in color capsules that has oval-shaped seeds. These seeds have caruncle (warty appendage) and are used to extract oil from it. Castor Carrier Oil is obtained from castor seeds of castor plant. The oil appears pale yellow that has either no or mild odor. It is slightly viscous in nature due to the presence of fatty acids.
Castor oil, which is pressed from the seeds of the Castor Bean plant, has been used for health and beauty for millennium. It is massaged into nails and calluses, and added to shampoos and conditioners to treat split hairs and add volume. In small amounts, it is added to cold-processed soap formulations to increase lather, and is a popular ingredient in lip balms.
Castor Oil is a natural vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of the Ricinus communis plant. Renowned for its rich composition, it contains approximately 90% ricinoleic acid, a unique fatty acid that imparts anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties . This oil is colorless or pale yellow and has a distinct taste and odor
