Saharanpur's Natural Goodness — Pickle Makers, Vinegar Producers & Honey Suppliers
Ojas Nature, rooted in Sherpur village of Saharanpur district, is closely connected with the local tradition of making preservative-free pickles, handcrafted vinegars, and raw honey. This post looks at how Saharanpur's fertile land and cultural practices sustain these artisanal products.
Saharanpur: Where land and tradition meet
Saharanpur, at the foothills of the Shivalik range, is known for its agriculture, woodcraft, and vibrant food culture. Mango orchards, sugarcane fields, amla groves, and seasonal vegetables make this district a natural hub for pickle manufacturing and vinegar production. Local beekeepers collect honey from eucalyptus trees, mustard flowers, and lychee orchards. The city's mix of fertile soil and skilled hands has created a unique ecosystem of food artisans.
Who are the food makers of Saharanpur?
- Pickle artisans — preparing traditional mango achar, amla pickle, garlic pickle, and jackfruit pickle with less oil and without chemical preservatives.
- Vinegar makers — producing jamun cider vinegar, apple cider vinegar, and sugarcane vinegar using natural fermentation.
- Honey collectors — small-scale farmers and wholesalers dealing in eucalyptus, lychee and multifloral honey.
Ojas Nature represents these traditions and connects them with both local consumers and distant markets through responsible sourcing and small-batch production.
Representative Saharanpur Products
| Product | Description | Pack Size | Indicative Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mango Pickle | Classic aam ka achar, tangy & spicy, made with mustard oil and sun-dried mangoes | 400 g | ?329–?350 |
| Amla Pickle | Sweet-sour and tangy amla achar, preservative-free | 400 g | ?319 |
| Jamun Cider Vinegar | Fermented vinegar from jamun fruit, handmade and naturally tangy | 250–500 ml | ?350 |
| Sugarcane Vinegar | Raw, natural sirka used in pickling and cooking | 500 ml | ?350 |
| Eucalyptus Honey | Natural raw honey collected from eucalyptus forests, no sugar added | 250–500 g | ?380 |
These items are illustrative. Prices and pack sizes vary by season, batch and supplier.
Supply chains in Saharanpur
Saharanpur's food products move through three primary channels:
- Village-to-market — families sell pickles and honey directly in local bazaars.
- Wholesale — suppliers connect with NCR, Punjab and Uttarakhand buyers, often shipping in bulk jars and drums.
- Direct-to-consumer (D2C) — brands like Ojas Nature package in retail-ready glass jars for urban buyers through online platforms.
Quality & Hygiene Practices
Food safety is crucial when scaling up from household production to wholesale supply. Key considerations include:
- Clear ingredient lists and natural preservation methods (salt, oil, fermentation).
- Batch-wise labelling with manufacture date and best-before information.
- Use of glass or food-grade containers for storage and sale.
- Optional lab tests for microbial and chemical parameters when supplying bulk markets.
Ojas Nature: From Saharanpur to wider markets
Born in Sherpur village, Ojas Nature works directly with local ingredients and artisans to produce authentic pickles, vinegars and honey. The brand values small-batch production, minimal processing and transparency in labelling. Its mission is not just to sell, but to preserve the culinary heritage of Saharanpur and connect it with conscious buyers.
