Our Heritage & Infrastructure

About MAKHANA UDYOG

Bridging traditional Bihar lotus seed farming with modern ISO 22000 & APEDA certified export processing.

The Mithila Advantage

Direct Wetland Sourcing from Darbhanga & Madhubani

Over 80% of the world’s supply of Gorgon Nut (Euryale Ferox) is cultivated in the natural aquatic ponds of North Bihar. MAKHANA UDYOG operates direct farm-gate collection hubs in Darbhanga and Madhubani, partnering with over 1,500 local aquatic farmers.

By bypassing middle traders, we guarantee 100% freshly harvested raw material, complete origin traceability, and competitive factory-direct pricing for international buyers.

1,500+ Partner Aquatic Farmers

50,000 Sq Ft Modern Processing Unit

Mission & Vision

Our Mission To deliver standard, clean, defect-free Indian makhana to global food retailers, snack manufacturers, and health brands while empowering Bihar’s aquatic farming community through fair-trade practices.

Our Vision To become the world’s most trusted B2B supply partner for popped water lily seeds, pioneering innovative private label snack formulations and sustainable export packaging.

Global Compliance

Quality Certifications & Food Safety

ISO-22000

ISO 22000:2018

Food Safety Management System certification ensuring international standard hygiene during roasting, grading, and packaging.

Issuing Body: International Organization for Standardization

HACCP-QUAL

HACCP Certified

Rigorous hazard analysis throughout raw nut washing, thermal popping, sorting, and nitrogen flushing.

Issuing Body: Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point

FSSAI-1002002200192

FSSAI License

Central Food Processing & Export License compliance for direct global dispatch.

Issuing Body: Food Safety and Standards Authority of India

APEDA-EXP-2024

APEDA Registered

Authorized Government of India agricultural exporter registration for seamless customs clearance.

Issuing Body: Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority

HALAL-GLOBAL

HALAL Certified

100% plant-based vegetarian product meeting Middle East & GCC compliance.

Issuing Body: Halal India Authority

USDA-ORG

USDA Organic Compliant

Pesticide-free organic lotus seed sourcing options for European & North American organic snack brands.

Issuing Body: Organic Certification Board