Dive Summary:
- According to Valensa International, a producer of perilla seeds, and several independent scientists, perilla may become one of the more popular omega-3 containing seeds in the very near future.
- Boasting higher levels of the essential oil than both chia and flax, perilla is also thought to have a nicer flavor profile and is considerably cheaper than the other two, as it is just a byproduct of the plant that is harvested for its leaves.
- Analysts believe the market is ready for the newcomer, as shortages of chia are being reported from all major producers.
From the article:
"... At 6:1, perilla also has the highest ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids of any known seed oil, claimed Dr Moerck, who said Valensa sources its perilla seeds from Korea and China. "The price is pretty stable a perilla is grown for its leaves, not its seeds, which are a byproduct.
“The fact that the industry is reporting shortages of chia seeds is indicative of the demand for high quality plant-based omega-3s. ..."
