Color:Light to dark golden
Variety:durum and bread wheat
Size and Shape:Various kernel sizes and shapes depending on the variety
Moisture Content:Varies, but usually less than 14%
Nutritional Value:carbohydrates, protein, and dietary fiber
Oil Content:Approximately 1.5%
Color:Yellow, white, or mixed
Variety:flint and dent maize
Size and Shape: Kernels vary in size and shape depending on the variety
Moisture Content:Varies, but usually less than 14%
Nutritional Value:carbohydrates, vitamins, and antioxidants
Oil Content:Approximately 4%
Color:white, red, and brown varieties
Variety:Different varieties are cultivated, each with distinct characteristics
Size and Shape:Round grain, variable in size
Moisture Content:Typically less than 12%
Nutritional Value:Rich in carbohydrates, protein, and fiber
Oil Content: Approximately 3%
Color: Ranges from green to reddish-orange
Variety: Different types including green, red, and black lentils
Size and Shape: Small, lens-shaped seeds
Moisture Content: Varies but often around 12%
Nutritional Value: Excellent source of protein, fiber, and minerals
Impurities: Generally low
Color: Pale yellow to reddish-brown
Variety: Different local and improved varieties
Size and Shape: Medium-sized, rounded shape
Moisture Content: Typically around 11-13%
Nutritional Value: High in protein, dietary fiber, and essential nutrients
Impurities: Generally low
Color:Bright green Varieties:Locally adapted cultivars Size and Shape:Small to medium-sized, round seeds Aroma:Subtle, fresh Protein Content:Rich in plant-based protein Flavor:Mild, slightly sweet Impurities:Typically low
Color: Beige
Variety: Kabuli Chickpeas
Size and Shape: Large, round
Moisture Content: Usually around 10-12%
Nutritional Value: High in protein, fiber, and essential nutrients
Color: Various shades of brown
Variety: Desi Chickpeas
Size and Shape: Small, angular
Moisture Content: Generally around 10-12%
Nutritional Value: Rich in protein, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals
Color: Red
Variety: Different types including light red and dark red kidney beans
Size and Shape: Large, kidney-shaped beans
Moisture Content: Typically around 13%
Nutritional Value: Rich in protein, fiber, and essential minerals
Impurities: Generally low
Color: Creamy white
Variety: White Pea Beans
Size and Shape: Small to medium, round
Moisture Content: Generally around 12%
Nutritional Value: High in protein, dietary fiber, and essential nutrients
Color: Various shades of brown
Variety: Faba Beans
Size and Shape: Large, flat, and oval
Moisture Content: Usually around 12-14%
Nutritional Value: Rich in protein, fiber, and essential minerals
Impurities: Usually low
Color: Green
Variety: Different local and improved varieties
Size and Shape: Small, ovoid-shaped beans
Moisture Content: Typically around 12%
Nutritional Value: Rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals
Impurities: Generally low
Color: Light speckled, creamy background
Variety: Light Speckled Beans
Size and Shape: Medium, oval
Moisture Content: Typically around 12%
Nutritional Value: High in protein, dietary fiber, and various nutrients
Color: Red speckled
Variety: Red Speckled Beans
Size and Shape: Small to medium, round to oval
Moisture Content: Generally around 12%
Nutritional Value: Good source of protein, fiber, and essential minerals
Color: Beige with reddish-brown mottling
Variety: Pint Beans
Size and Shape: Small, round
Moisture Content: Typically around 12%
Nutritional Value: Rich in protein, dietary fiber, and various vitamins and minerals
Color: Yellow, brown, or black
Variety: Different local and improved types
Size and Shape: Medium-sized, oval-shaped seeds
Moisture Content: Typically around 10%
Oil Content: Approximately 15-25%
Impurities: Generally low
Ethiopian Global ranking: Growing production, significant potential
Average Annual Production: Around 80,000 tons
