Makhana Manufacturer in Bihar
National Makhana Udyog processes, grades and packs makhana (fox nuts) at its 12,000+ sq ft facility in Katihar, the largest makhana-growing district in Bihar. Bulk phool makhana, roasted and flavoured makhana, makhana powder and private label, supplied direct from the factory.
Bihar is where India's makhana grows
Makhana (fox nut, Euryale ferox) grows in shallow ponds and wetlands. Bihar produces about 90% of India's makhana, and its makhana area has more than doubled in seven years. Within Bihar, one district stands out: Katihar, where our factory is located.
Source: Directorate of Horticulture, Bihar – Makhana document (FY 2019-20 data).
Katihar grows more makhana than any other district in Bihar
Official district-wise figures from the Directorate of Horticulture, Bihar (FY 2019-20) put Katihar at the top for both area and seed production. National Makhana Udyog is based in Charkhi, Korha, Katihar, so we process makhana right where the largest share is grown.
District-wise makhana area and seed production in Bihar
- Katihar Our district 6,143 ha12,900 t seed · 22%
- Purnea 5,549 ha11,653 t seed · 19.9%
- Darbhanga 3,534 ha7,421 t seed · 12.7%
- Madhubani 3,467 ha7,281 t seed · 12.4%
- Saharsa 2,549 ha5,353 t seed · 9.1%
- Supaul 2,468 ha5,183 t seed · 8.9%
- Madhepura 1,461 ha2,907 t seed · 5.2%
- Araria 1,427 ha2,640 t seed · 5.1%
- Kishanganj 1,143 ha2,000 t seed · 4.1%
- Sitamarhi 146 ha277 t seed · 0.5%
Bihar total: 27,887 ha, 57,616 t seed and about 23,046 t popped makhana. Percentage is each district's share of Bihar's makhana area. Source: Directorate of Horticulture, Bihar, FY 2019-20. Current figures may differ.
A fast-growing crop
Bihar's makhana area grew by about 114% (from about 13,000 ha in 2012-13 to 27,887 ha in 2019-20) and popped makhana output by about 146%.
Recognised makhana district
Katihar is one of the six Bihar districts where makhana is the “One District One Product” (ODOP) under the PM Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises scheme, and it is covered by the state's Makhana Development Scheme.
In the Mithila Makhana region
Katihar is among the districts defined as the geographic location for Mithila Makhana, which received a GI tag. This describes the region and is not a GI claim for our products.
Why buy makhana from a Bihar manufacturer
Our makhana roots go back to 2005, and National Makhana Udyog started in 2019. We buy from Bihar farmers and process at origin, with no traders in between.
Source at origin
Raw makhana from Bihar farmers, processed in Katihar close to the ponds.
Own facility
Cleaning, grading, inspection and packing in our 12,000+ sq ft facility.
Size-graded lots
Seven grades in millimetres, from 3 Murra to 6 Sutta+, with moisture 8–11%.
Your packing
Bulk bags or retail pouches, plain or under your own private label.
How we manufacture makhana in Katihar
Sourcing
Makhana bought from Bihar farmers after harvest.
Cleaning
Dust and foreign particles removed from the pops.
Grading
Sorted by size into grades measured in millimetres.
Handpicking
Each pop checked one by one on an inspection conveyor.
Packing
Moisture checked, then packed to your specification.
Makhana grades and products from our Bihar factory
Standard moisture is 8–11% for all grades. See the full makhana grades chart for mixes and packing.
| Grade | Size range | Moisture |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Murra | 9.5 – 12.5 mm | 8 – 11% |
| 4 Sutta | 12.7 – 15.5 mm | 8 – 11% |
| 4 Sutta+ | 12.7 – 24 mm | 8 – 11% |
| 4.5 Sutta+ | 14.2 – 24 mm | 8 – 11% |
| 5 Sutta | 15.8 – 19 mm | 8 – 11% |
| 5 Sutta+ | 15.8 – 24 mm | 8 – 11% |
| 6 Sutta+ | 19 – 24 mm | 8 – 11% |
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Roasted, powder and premix
- Roasted and flavoured makhana: Peri Peri, Salt & Pepper, Lemon & Mint
- Makhana powder (fox nut flour) for food manufacturers
- Sugar-free instant makhana kheer premix
Private label from Bihar
Launching your own makhana brand? We pack under your name with custom pouches, pack sizes and labelling, and you approve the artwork before printing.
Private label makhanaBuyers we work with
From wholesalers in India to importers overseas, one Bihar factory supplies all.
Wholesalers and retailers
Bulk phool makhana in graded lots. Domestic minimum order is 100 kg.
Request a bulk quote →Snack and food brands
Roasted makhana, powder and private label packs made to your specification.
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Export through our group company Moso International Pvt Ltd. Air trial orders from 8 kg.
See export details →Registered and certified
Manufacturer in Katihar
- FSSAI licence
- GST registration
- MSME ZED Silver certification
- IEC (Import Export Code)
Our group export company
- USFDA registration
- ISO 22000 and GMP
- APEDA registration
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