Sesame Seed
In Ethiopia a large number of sesame seed varieties exist. The
varieties that are well known are Humera Gonder and Wellega.
Niger seed (Noug)
Niger seed exports have since 2002 passed coffee exports to
the US
Rapeseed
Ethiopian oilseeds and pulses exporter, are known for their
flavor and nutritional value as they are mostly produced
organically.
SunFlower
Rich in antioxidant-composed Vitamin E, and high in
unsaturated fat, Ethiopia sunflower oil is a great essential
oil for home use. It is one of the premier vegetable oils for
cooking and it is a common skincare product. Its range of
medicinal qualities include a beneficial role on cardiac
health due to no presence of cholesterol. In fact, its
linoleum acid, which like that of fish, keeps the bad
cholesterol at bay. It also has some abilities to prevent
cancer due to the antioxidant action of vitamin E. Like most
other vegetable extracts, it combats inflammation.
