Rye Grains

Whole Grain Rye

Rye is one of the most widely grown cereals globally and is one of the oldest grains cultivated. It ranks among the top five grains consumed worldwide. Rye exporters in South Africa ship tons of this grain each year, driven by its numerous nutritional benefits. As a result, the export of rye from South Africa has seen significant growth. South African exporters supply premium quality rye to many countries around the world, making rye export an increasingly important sector in the global food export industry.

Specification

Product Name Rye

Origin South Africa

Family Poaceae

Binomial name Secale Cereale

Rye flakes from the rolling of 100% whole and clean whole rye grains. The product has been heat treated to prevent grain breakage during the process. Brown grains with slight white hues. Irregular shape, smooth surface and uniform size.

Odor and characteristic flavor of rye free of foreign odors and flavors.

It contains gluten.

Ingredients
100% rye

Rye came into cultivation later than wheat, barley and oats and was not known to the ancient Egyptians and Greeks. It was the main grain used for bread-making in Northern Europe and Russia for many centuries. This is partly because it grows well in colder, harsher climates and partly because it was preferred by some people.

Scandinavian countries such as Denmark, Norway and Sweden eat a variety of bread and crispbreads made from rye flour, although wheat products are becoming more popular.

Rye contains less gluten than wheat flour, and this makes rye bread significantly denser. Traditional rye breads are made with a sourdough method so have a slightly sour taste when compared to wheat bread. Dark rye flour bread is all whole grain flour. Light rye grain bread is a mixture of whole grain rye flour and refined rye flour. Bread made wholly from rye flour is made in Germany and called pumpernickel.

Rye is unique among grains for having a high level of fibre in its endosperm not just in its bran. As such, the glycemic index (GI) of rye products is generally lower than products made from wheat and most other grains.

Nutrition credentials of whole grain rye:

High in carbohydrate (mainly starch), with a lower GI than most other grains.
Relatively high protein content (around 15%), with a higher lysine content than most other cereals.
Contains a protein complex which forms gluten.
Low in fat (most of which is unsaturated).
High in potassium and low in sodium.
Excellent source of dietary fibre.
Rye has more soluble fibre than wheat, however, less is known about the effect of dietary fibre found in rye.
Contains B-group vitamins such as thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), folate and pantothenic acid.
Contains vitamin E.
Contains iron, zinc, magnesium, phosphorus and selenium (depending on the soil content of selenium).
Contains small amounts of copper, manganese and calcium.
Contains phytochemicals including lignans, phenolic acids, phytic acid, plant sterols and saponins.

Rye is one of the extensively grown cereals in the world One of the oldest grains to be cultivated it is one of the top 5 grains to be consumed all over the world Rye exporter in India export tonnes of Rye each year Rye has various nutritional benefits and therefore the rye export from India has been on the rise The Indian Rye exporter export premium quality Rye to many countries across the world Rye export has thus gained importance in the food export industry









GLOBAL MARKET DEMAND
Rye import from India has been increasing over the years due to various health and medicinal benefits from Rye Rye is extensively used in India and Indonesian cuisines which may be one important reason for the increasing popularity of export of Rye The rising global demand for Rye is a good opportunity for Rye exporter in India to expand its business and enter the international market




SPECIFICATION



Product Name
Rye


Origin
Southwestern Asia


Family
Poaceae


Binomial name
Secale Cereale



INGREDIENTS



Nutrients
259 Calories
Total Carbohydrate 48 g
Dietary fibre 6 g


Minerals
Copper
Magnesium
Phosphorous
Thiamin
Riboflavin
Niacin
Folate
Pantothenic Acid


Vitamin
Vitamin B6


Protein
9 g


Fats
33g






USES

 Rye is said to help with weight loss The type of fibre present in Rye tends to bind with water and makes one feel full so we end up eating less Rye is also said to make the digestive process much smoother bulking up your stool and helping it move along the digestive tract faster Rye is also great for your immune system and is also said to be helpful to prevent asthma Rye is said to be good for the heart and is recommended to many heart patients Rye is also used as the base for many whiskeys It is also sometimes used to feed livestock