Talha Khalid
The Journey Behind Desi Grains
Talha Khalid started Desi Grains in 2019 from Lahore with a simple observation: most oils, honey, and seeds sold in local markets had lost their natural purity somewhere between the farm and the shelf. Determined to change that, he began working directly with local growers and small-batch producers to bring back products the way they were traditionally meant to be, pure, unprocessed, and honest.
What started as a small effort to serve his own community has, over six years, grown into a trusted wellness brand serving households across Pakistan. Every step of that growth has been guided by one principle: never compromise on purity, even if it means doing things the harder way.
Expertise in Natural Extraction & Sourcing
Over the years, Talha has developed deep, hands-on knowledge of cold pressed extraction, a mechanical process that preserves the natural vitamins, antioxidants, and fatty acids found in oils, without the use of heat or chemical solvents. He personally oversees sourcing decisions, working closely with suppliers to test seed quality before it ever reaches the extraction stage.
This same attention extends to Desi Grains' honey and seed collections, where every batch is checked for purity and consistency before it's made available to customers. It's this direct involvement, not just business ownership, but real product-level expertise, that shapes the standards Desi Grains holds itself to.
Why Purity Comes First
"I started Desi Grains because I wanted my own family to have access to food and wellness products that hadn't been stripped of their natural value. That same standard applies to every customer we serve today, no additives, no shortcuts, no compromises."
What You'll Find in Talha's Writing
Talha regularly shares practical, experience-based content on the Desi Grains blog, including:
- Guides on how different cold pressed oils benefit hair, skin, and cooking
- Honest comparisons between traditional and commercially refined products
- Tips on identifying pure honey, seeds, and cooking oils in the local market
- Behind-the-scenes insights into sourcing and quality testing at Desi Grains
