Gingelly sesame oil cake, locally known as Ellu Punnakku, is a nutrient-rich organic byproduct left over after cold-pressing sesame seeds to extract oil
Uses and Benefits
Organic Fertilizer: It serves as a natural slow-release soil enricher loaded with vital NPK nutrients (approx. 6.2% nitrogen, 2% potassium, and 1.2% phosphorus) that boost plant and vegetable growth.
Pest Repellent: The residue helps deter certain soil pests and enhances beneficial microbial activity in home gardens and farms.
Livestock Feed Supplement: High crude protein content (35–40%) makes it a valued nutritional supplement in animal feed formulations. [1, 2, 3]
Crushed residue of white or black sesame seeds.
Macronutrients: Contains organic nitrogen phosphorus and potassium
Other Components: Rich in crude proteinfiber, calcium, and a small remaining oil content