Jhangora (barnyard millet) and Ramdana (amaranth) are two of the grains Himalayan Region™, a B2B sourcing company in Dehradun, Uttarakhand sources from Uttarakhand hill villages. Both suit private-label retail packs, and both come with names that vary by market.
Jhangora, barnyard millet
Jhangora is Echinochloa, sold in India as sanwa or samvat rice and abroad as barnyard millet. It is hulled to a small white grain that cooks like rice. Formats include hulled grain, flour and flakes.
Ramdana, amaranth
Ramdana is amaranth grain, grown on hill terraces where the crop's deep red flower heads are a common sight in season. Formats include whole grain, flour, popped grain and traditional laddu-style products.
Choosing the right format
| Use | Format to ask for |
|---|---|
| Rice replacement pack | Hulled Jhangora |
| Baking or flatbread | Flour of either grain |
| Breakfast | Flakes or popped Ramdana |
| Snack brand | Popped Ramdana, ready mixes |
Documents and labelling
Ask for the batch Certificate of Analysis and a clear statement of what the lot is. Labels differ by country, so tell us where the pack will be sold. We make no health claims about these grains.
Also sourced on request
Through partner producers and empanelled brands, we also source: chaulai · kuttu · ogal · buckwheat · buckwheat flour · phaphar · tartary buckwheat · jau · barley · naked barley · Himalayan barley · tsampa · sattu · jau sattu · chana sattu · pahadi gehun · hill wheat · makka · maize · makki atta · lal chawal · red rice flour · Purola red rice · Dehradun basmati · black rice · chakhao · Joha rice · Kalanamak rice · brown rice · jowar · bajra · quinoa · oats · millet flour mix · multigrain atta · millet rava · millet flakes · millet laddoo · ragi cookies · jhangora kheer mix · mandua roti mix · millet khichdi mix · ragi dosa mix · millet upma mix · buckwheat pancake mix.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jhangora called in other markets?
Barnyard millet, sanwa or samvat rice.
Can I order small trial quantities?
Yes. A free sample goes with a serious enquiry; trial lot sizes are set per product.
Is Ramdana the same as amaranth?
Yes. Ramdana is the Indian name for amaranth grain.
How do I enquire?
office@himalayanregion.com or WhatsApp +91 70608 98886.