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Buckwheat
        Product Name






        Buckwheat is commonly mistaken as a cereal             Technical Data
        grain, however, it is actually a fruit seed, which
        makes it ideal for gluten free products.
                                                                Product Name: Buckwheat
        Buckwheat has a unique triangular shape which is similar in   Botanical Name: Fagopyrum esculentum
        size to wheat kernels. The outer hull must be removed, but the
        difficult shape requires specialised milling equipment.   Food Safety: This product has been produced in accordance
                                                                with HACCP principles
        With a wide variety of health benefits, Buckwheat's protein
        and fibre content makes it a popular gluten free alternative to   Shelf life: 12 months from production date
        other wheat. It is often served as a rice alternative, in salads or   Allergen Statement: No allergens. Gluten may be present
        as a porridge.                                          GMO Status: Product has been produced in a GMO/GE free
                                                                production process
                                                                Certifications available: HACCP and Organic. Kosher and Halal
                                                                available on request
                                                                Product Variations:
                                                                •  Buckwheat
                                                                •  Buckwheat ORGANIC
                                                                •  Buckwheat Kibbles
                                                                •  Buckwheat Hulled

                                                                All of the information supplied (the “Data”) has been prepared for general information
                                                                purposes only, and in preparing the Data the Midlands group of companies (Midlands)
                                                                have relied upon independent laboratory testing and technical services from third parties.
                                                                Midlands assumes no responsibility whatsoever for any errors or omissions in the Data.  As
                                                                a result the Data is not to be relied upon, and the receiving party should conduct their own
                                                                investigations with respect to the product and the Data in order to satisfy themselves that
                                                                it is suitable for their intended purpose.

                                                               Average Nutritional Information per 100g
                                                               Energy               1435kJ  Carbohydrate    71.5g
                                                               Protein              13.3g   Sugars          0.0g
                                                               Fat, Total           3.4g  Fibre             10.0g
                                                                Saturated           0.7g  Sodium            1mg

















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