Makhana Blog: Processing, Suta Grades & Bihar

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Illustrated journey from makhana ponds and seed harvesting through processing and packaging

Production process

How Makhana Is Made: From Pond to Pack

Follow the production journey from cultivation and harvesting through traditional popping, cleaning, Suta grading and finished-product preparation.

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Makhana Suta size guide comparing 3, 4, 5 and 6+ grades

Buyer guide

Makhana Suta Grades & Sizes

Compare 3, 4, 5 and 6+ Suta grades, understand what size tells you, and learn which details to confirm before placing a bulk order.

Compare Suta grades

Makhana plants growing across a wetland in Bihar

Origin and production

Makhana from Bihar: Cultivation, Harvesting & Supply

Learn about Bihar’s production regions, cultivation and harvesting calendar, and the steps that connect the crop to bulk supply.

Explore Bihar production

For Indian and international buyers

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