Source fresh Wholesale Arvi (Taro Root) in bulk from Golden Qaswa, Pakistan. Versatile, starchy root vegetable (Colocasia esculenta), essential for South Asian and global cuisines. Ideal for ethnic markets, wholesale, and HORECA in Europe and the Middle East. Contact us for reliable B2B export pricing.
Golden Qaswa is a trusted Pakistan-based exporter specializing in the supply of Wholesale Fresh Arvi, globally recognized as Taro Root (Colocasia esculenta). This starchy, versatile root vegetable is a staple ingredient in many South Asian, African, Caribbean, and Polynesian cuisines, prized for its unique texture and ability to absorb flavours. We provide quality Arvi, sourced from Pakistani farms, in bulk quantities to B2B clients – including importers, wholesalers, distributors, ethnic food markets, and HORECA suppliers – across Europe and the Middle East.
Benefit: Meet high demand in specific markets. Arvi is essential for preparing numerous traditional dishes, making it a core requirement for retailers and restaurants catering to specific ethnic communities.
Benefit: Ensure customer satisfaction. We prioritize sourcing firm, healthy Arvi roots, selected for good size uniformity , minimal blemishes or soft spots, indicating freshness and proper handling.
Benefit: Broad appeal within target cuisines. Arvi can be boiled, steamed, fried (as chips or in curries), roasted, or mashed. It features in savoury curries (like Arvi Gosht), fried snacks, and side dishes. Note: Arvi must be cooked thoroughly before consumption.
Benefit: Consistent sourcing for your inventory. Experienced in managing large volume orders of root vegetables during their availability seasons.
Benefit: Cost-effective procurement. Access attractive bulk pricing by sourcing directly via our established network in Pakistan.
Benefit: Maintain product quality during transit. Expertise in appropriate packing and logistics for root vegetables destined for Europe and the Middle East.
Common Names: Arvi, Taro Root, Eddoe (sometimes refers to smaller varieties), Dasheen, Colocasia
Botanical Name: Colocasia esculenta
Form: Fresh, Whole Corm (Root Vegetable), typically with rough brown skin.
Texture: Firm when raw; cooked texture is soft, starchy, sometimes slightly creamy or fibrous depending on variety/preparation.
Flavor: Mild, slightly nutty, starchy (absorbs flavours well).
Color: Brownish skin; Flesh is typically white or cream, sometimes with purplish flecks.
Quality Focus: Firmness, uniform size [if graded], cleanliness (minimal soil), free from rot, soft spots, significant cuts or bruises.
Wholesale Arvi (Taro Root) is essential for:
Ethnic Food Markets & Retailers: Staple vegetable for South Asian, African, Caribbean, and other communities.
Wholesalers & Distributors: Supplying fresh produce to ethnic grocery stores and restaurants.
HORECA: Restaurants specializing in cuisines that feature Taro Root in curries, stews, fried preparations, or boiled side dishes.
Food Processors: Potential use in producing frozen taro products or specific processed foods (less common for fresh export).
Important Usage Note: Arvi/Taro contains calcium oxalate crystals and must be cooked properly (boiling, frying, roasting) before eating to break these down and make it safe and palatable.
Our commitment includes:
Sourcing from reliable growers with good agricultural practices.
Harvesting at appropriate maturity.
Proper post-harvest handling: Cleaning/brushing off excess soil, careful sorting to remove damaged or diseased roots.
Packing in materials that allow for some air circulation while providing protection (e.g., mesh bags, jute bags, cartons).
Storage and transport under conditions that minimize sprouting or spoilage. Refrigeration can extend shelf life significantly for longer transits.
Handling root vegetables for export:
Packaging: Typically packed by weight in breathable mesh bags (PP or Jute), or sometimes sturdy cartons, depending on buyer preference and destination requirements. Common weights: 5kg, 10kg, 20kg, 25kg bags/cartons.
Shipment: Sea freight in standard containers is common. Refrigerated containers (reefers) can be used to significantly extend shelf life and maintain optimal quality, especially for longer transit times to Europe/Middle East, and are often recommended.
Golden Qaswa provides reliable access to fresh, quality Arvi (Taro Root) from Pakistan. A vital ingredient for numerous global cuisines. Contact our B2B export team today to discuss your requirements regarding size preferences, quality grade, packaging, volume, preferred logistics, and receive a competitive quote based on seasonal availability.
