Rooted in Mithila, packed with care.
JS Traders is a makhana trading and packing business in Darbhanga, Bihar, in the heart of the Mithila makhana belt.
Who we are
JS Traders, also known as JST Superfoods, is the trading name of Jai Shyama Traders, a partnership firm established in 2026 with its processing plant in Darbhanga, Bihar. We cultivate moringa on our own farms and ethically source makhana (fox nut) and other produce directly from local farmers in Darbhanga and the surrounding villages. Every lot is cleaned, graded by size and packed at our facility for buyers across India and overseas.
JS Traders grew from a need its founders saw close to home: India’s farms grow some of nature’s finest superfoods, yet too little of that goodness reaches family kitchens in its pure, natural form.
We set out to close that gap, sourcing nature’s bounty straight from the farm to the kitchen, so that our children, the future of the world, grow up on healthy, honest nourishment. Mithila makhana is where we begin; moringa, forest honey, turmeric and more are on the way.
Talk to usWhat we do
- Bulk raw makhana graded by suta, packed in cartons for wholesale and export orders. See our grades.
- Retail packs from 100 g to 2 kg under Ma se Makhana: Cooking, Pooja / Prasad, Large Pops Premium and Bulk grades.
- Roasted and flavoured makhana snacks: coming soon. Read more.
- Private label and contract manufacturing for snack brands, retailers and exporters. How it works.
- Export worldwide, including the United States, Canada, the European Union, Australia and the Middle East. Export details.
Why Darbhanga
Bihar grows most of India’s makhana, and Darbhanga sits at the centre of the Mithila region where makhana farming is a generations-old craft. Mithila Makhana carries a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. Working beside the ponds keeps the journey from farm to our climate-controlled packing facility short, so makhana is graded and packed fresh, soon after harvest. It also lets us buy directly and check every lot.
Our licences and registrations, with numbers and how to verify them, are listed on our Licences & Registrations page.
Visit us
Ground Floor, Mayna Hotel, Opposite Poonam Cinema, Lal Bagh, Darbhanga, Bihar, India 846004. Open Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 6 pm IST.
Frequently asked questions
What is makhana?
Makhana, also called fox nut or lotus seed, is the popped seed of Euryale ferox, a prickly water lily grown in the ponds of north Bihar. It is light, crunchy and naturally gluten-free, and is eaten roasted as a snack, cooked in curries and kheer, and offered as prasad.
Where does JS Traders source its makhana?
We buy popped makhana from farmers in Darbhanga and the surrounding villages of Mithila, Bihar. This is the GI-tagged Mithila region, recognised by the Government of India for its makhana.
What is a suta in makhana grading?
A suta is the trade unit for makhana size. One suta equals one-eighth of an inch, about 3.2 mm of diameter. We supply makhana from 4 suta (about 12.7 mm) to 6+ suta (19 mm and above). Larger sizes are rarer and cost more.
Which makhana grades do you sell?
Our Ma se Makhana range has four grades: Cooking Grade (100 g, 250 g), Pooja/Prasad Grade (100 g, 200 g), Large Pops Premium Grade (250 g) and Bulk Grade (500 g, 1 kg, 2 kg). Export buyers can order any suta size to specification. See our makhana page for sizes, whiteness and quality.
What pack sizes are available?
Cooking Grade (100 g, 250 g), Pooja/Prasad Grade (100 g, 200 g), Large Pops Premium Grade (250 g) and Bulk Grade (500 g, 1 kg, 2 kg). Wholesale and export orders are packed in cartons to the buyer’s specification.
Do you offer private label or contract manufacturing?
Yes. We make, you sell. We develop, produce, pack and ship makhana under your brand (private label), or produce to your own recipe (contract manufacturing). Trial runs start from 50 kg and the first consultation is free. With our partners we also help with company formation, licences and factory setup. See Launch your brand.
Do you make roasted and flavoured makhana?
Coming soon. We are preparing ready-to-eat roasted and flavoured snacks made from 5 suta and larger makhana, under our own brands or yours. Contact us to register your interest.
Which countries do you export makhana to?
We export to the United States, Canada, the European Union, Australia and the Middle East. Our export brand is M for Makhana, and we also supply importers and brands under their own labels.
What licences does JS Traders hold?
JS Traders is fully licensed for food trade and export. Every licence and registration, with its number and a link to verify it, is listed on our Licences & Registrations page.
What is the shelf life of makhana?
Makhana has a shelf life of 8 to 12 months, depending on the product and packaging. Our retail pouches are nitrogen-flushed to keep makhana crisp. Keep packs sealed in a cool, dry place and close them tightly after opening.
Can buyers inspect your facility or ship with export documents?
Yes. Buyer-nominated inspectors are welcome at our Darbhanga facility, and we provide a phytosanitary certificate and certificate of origin with export shipments. See our export process.
How do I get a quote or a sample?
Send us the grade, pack size, quantity and destination through the enquiry form, WhatsApp on +91 91894 02026, or email sales@jstradersindia.com. We work Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 6 pm IST.
Last updated: 8 November 2026
Tell us the grade, pack and quantity. We’ll reply with a quote.
- Mobile / WhatsApp+91 91894 02026
- Emailsales@jstradersindia.com
- VisitJ S Traders
Ground Floor, Mayna Hotel,
Opposite Poonam Cinema,
Lal Bagh, Darbhanga
Bihar, India
846004 - HoursMonday to Saturday, 9 am to 6 pm IST