Millets

Millets are coarse grains that are traditionally cultivated and consumed in the Indian subcontinent for more than 5000 years.

• Foxtail Millet: A Comprehensive Guide to Foxtail Millet Cultivation, Best Practices and Marketing

  Foxtail millet is a drought-resistant ancient grain that thrives in marginal soils, maturing in 75-90 days and offering high nutritional value and sustainability.…

• US Sorghum Emerges as Key Solution to India's Coarse Grain Shortage

  A key focus of the mission conducted by the USGC, in collaboration with the USCP and the NSP, was to highlight the unique tannin-free characteristics of US sorghum.…

• APEDA Empowers Sangrur Farmer's Debut Millet Export Valued at USD 45803

  Dilpreet Singh's journey exemplifies the transformative impact that strategic initiatives, such as those by APEDA, can have on the agricultural landscape.…

• Rising Millet Prices Exceed MSP Due to Increased Demand from Food Companies

  The rise in private trade purchases of millets presents a promising opportunity for farmers to improve their livelihoods.…

• NITI Aayog and WFP Cultivate a Global Millet Movement with Inspiring Compendium Launch

  The launch of this compendium represents a significant milestone in the global effort to promote sustainable agriculture and ensure food security through the widespread adoption of millets.…

• From Millet Microgreens to Tangy Treats: An Ode to the International Year of Millet

  In 2023, the International Year of Millet celebrated the nutritional prowess of this ancient grain, leading to a surge in innovative millet-based products that are transforming the way we consume nutrition.…

• Millet Fair to be held on December 27 in Shivamogga Karnataka

  During the millet fair, Shivamogga readies to showcase the benefits of millet to encourage healthier dietary choices.…

• AARDO- MANAGE Inaugurates International Roundtable Meeting on “Millets for Global Food Security”

  AARDO (African Asian Rural Development Organization) and National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE) Jointly Inaugurated an International Roundtable Meeting on “Millets for Global Food Security” on December 12 to 14, 2023.…

• Lenovo's Work for Humankind Initiative Revives Lost Millet Varieties in Kerala's Kanthalloor

  Lenovo's Work for Humankind initiative successfully revitalizes six millet varieties in Kerala's Kanthalloor, marking a significant step towards agricultural sustainability and community empowerment.…

• India Launches Five-Day Millets Festival in Indonesia

  One of the festival's key attractions is the live cooking workshop, featuring renowned chefs from India and Indonesia who will demonstrate the culinary versatility of millets.…

• 5 Ways Bajra Protects Your Health During Winters

  Opting for bajra as a superfood during the winter months is a wise and health-conscious decision.…

• ICAR Conduct Millet Thresher And Distribution Program With KVK Tawang

  Tawang KVK conducted a program for millet threshing and distribution with Almora-based Vivekananda Parvatiya Krishi Anusandhan Sansthan (VPKAS).…

• GST Rate on Millets-Based Products Reduced to 5%

  The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council has decided to reduce the GST rate on pre-packaged and labelled millet flour having 70 percent millet content to 5 percent from the current 18 percent.…

• Millets FPO Exhibition’ Organized for Central Armed Police Forces at BSF Camp in Chhawala, New Delhi

  More than 30 Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) showcased a variety of products including raw millet grains, ready-to-cook (RTC) items, and ready-to-eat (RTE) products.…

• Pioneering Progress in Pearl Millet: Corteva Agriscience - ICRISAT - ICAR Collaboration Redefines Global Food Security

  The Corteva Agriscience - ICRISAT - ICAR Collaborates to revolutionize Global Food Security and advancements in Pearl Millet.…

• Millets Conclave to be Inaugurated by NABARD Chairman Shaji KV on Sept 15

  Shaji KV, Chairman of NABARD, to address Hyderabad's Millets Conclave, focusing on millet's importance for nutrition and financial security in India, including discussions and insights from experts like Krishna Ella, Bharat Biotech Chairman.…

• Millet Distribution in India Through Government Distribution Scheme

  The Government of India takes significant strides in order to excel in the distribution of Millet through Public Distribution Scheme.…

• The International Year of Millets: Know How it Casted Light on the Goodness of Shree Anna

  India celebrates the International Year of Millets, promoting these nutritious grains to combat malnutrition, ensure food security, and elevate its global position in sustainable agriculture.…

• Millets Stamps Released by ITC in Collaboration with India Post

  ITC Limited released an exclusive postal stamp on Millets in collaboration with India Post on Tuesday, July 25 in order to commemorate the International Year of Millets and strengthen its initiative to educate, empower and encourage millet farming and consumption in India.…

• Ministry of Defence & FSSAI Sign MoU to Promote Millets Use Among Armed Forces

  MoD and FSSAI are poised to implement various initiatives that will create a positive impact on the armed forces and their families. By prioritizing nutrition and food safety, this partnership will contribute to the overall health and resilience of those serving the nation.…

• How To Grow Millets in India: Step By Step Guide

  As the UN General Assembly declared the International Year of Millets (IYM2023) at its 75th session, the demand for millets has increased. Today, we will know the step-by-step guide to growing millet in India.…

• International Year of Millets: Yoga-Millet Melas Planned Across All Districts

  Delhi's Food Safety Department organized a "millet mela" at Dilli Haat, showcasing millet-based food items, with plans for similar events in all districts this year.…

• Millets: Consumer Awareness and High Benefits, Says Survey

  A survey by Wholsum Foods shows high consumer awareness of millets (87.3%). Taste and affordability influence millet adoption.…

• Reintegration Of Millets In Global Foodscape: Nutritional Benefits & Environmental Resilience

  In recent years, interest in millets, a class of small-seeded grains traditionally eaten in India, has increased. Millets, once shunned as "coarse grains" and overshadowed by high-yielding crops, are today valued for their nutritional content and ecological responsibility on a global scale.…

• Kanpur Student Creates Diabetes-Friendly Kodo Millet Biscuits Packed with Nutrition

  The success of Subi Bano's research and the potential impact of these biscuits serve as a testament to the significant strides being made in the field of nutrition.…

• Paddy Takes A Back Seat As Millet Steals The Show

  The Union Agriculture Ministry said that there is a decline of 1.91 lakh hectares In paddy productions when compared to the previous year at the same time says media reports.…

• Tamil Nadu Govt Launches Ragi Scheme, PDS Cardholders to Get 2 kg Ragi for Free

  The state government of Tamil Nadu announces the Ragi Scheme where PDS cardholders will be given a free 2KG of Ragi. The announcement was made at a PDS locate shop near Ooty on Wednesday.…

• Farmers in Annamayya District Reap Big Profits through Millet Cultivation, Earning Nearly 7,000/Quintal

  The millet farmers in Annamayya district of Andhra Pradesh are earning massive profit by investing Rs. 10000 in millet cultivation. Read complete details here!…

• NITI Aayog Releases Report on Best Millet Diet Practices Across States/UTs

  The NITI Aayog published a report titled Promoting Millets in Diets: Best Practices Across Indian States/UTs. The report was released in the presence of NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Suman K. Bery, Member (Health) Dr. V.K. Paul, Member (Agriculture) Dr. Ramesh Chand, and CEO B. V.…

• Millets Set to Become Future Food Choice, Says PPV & FRA President

  The view set out in the 2030 agenda for sustainable development goals foresees a world where food is sufficient, affordable, safe, and nutritious.…

• You Should Try This Mouth-watering Kambu Dosa At least Once! Here’s the Recipe

  For this recipe, the main ingredient is Bajra, urad dal, and rice in equal quantities. This dosa has got a balanced nutrition of carbs, protein, and iron. The recipe is good for all age groups including toddlers.…

• Madhya Pradesh Sports Academies Introduce Weekly Millet Meal for Players

  Yashodhara Raje Scindia, Minister of Sports and Youth Welfare, instructed officers to guarantee that all participants in the state's sports academies receive millet meal once a week.…

• Madhya Pradesh Launches Millet Mission Scheme with 80% Subsidy for All Districts

  According to an official, the Madhya Pradesh government resolved on Tuesday to implement the state millet mission project in all districts over a two-year term.…

• UP Govt Focuses on Increasing Millet & Oilseed Production

  Offering a spectrum of low risk crops, millets are also resilient to climate change and the UP govt is looking forward to boost the production for same.…

• Punjab Govt Promotes Healthy Eating: Millets Added to State Institute of Sports' Menu

  To offer sportsmen with a balanced and nutritious diet, the Punjab government has added millets to the menu at all Punjab State Institute of Sports centres.…

• Millet Cultivation Makes a Comeback in this State After Years of Decline, Signaling a Promising Future

  While millets have taken front stage this year, if the past 20 years are any indicator, Kerala has a lot of hard work ahead of it to increase production.…

• Millets: Solution to Fatal Diseases & Climate Change, Says UP Agriculture Minister Surya Pratap Shahi

  Surya Pratap Shahi, state agriculture minister, said on Sunday at the Indian Grassland and Fodder Research Institute (IGFRI), that "it is the dream and commitment of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to uphold the dignity and pride of Bundelkhand."…

• Two Day Workshop to Promote Millets Concludes at NIT Sikkim

  NIT Sikkim hosted a two-day workshop to promote the effort launched by the Indian government under the title of "International Year of Millets-2023" from March 26th to 27th, 2023, which concluded on March 27.…

• Bajra Lassi: NDRI Launches a Milk-Pearl Millet Composite Based Beverage

  Scientists asserted that ‘Bajra Lassi’ beverage offers quality proteins, fibres, micronutrients particularly iron besides containing live healthy lactic bacteria.…

• UP Govt Plans to Replace 17% of Rice Cultivation with Millets and Oilseeds in The Coming Years

  Around 17% of the area under rice cultivation will be replaced with millets and oilseeds in the coming years as planned by the Yogi Adityanath government, a top official in the agriculture department reported.…

• TN Govt Plans to Implement Millet Mission for 5 Years

  Taking a cue from the United Nations General Assembly, which named 2023 the International Year of Millets, Agriculture-Farmers Welfare Minister M.R.K. Panneerselvam proposed on March 21 a five-year Tamil Nadu Millet Mission.…

• FSSAI Organizes Brainstorming Sessions on Sidelines of Global Millets Conference

  On the sidelines of the World Millets (Shree Anna) Conference, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is hosting a symposium with technical talks on promotion and awareness of millets.…

• UP Govt to Include Millets in Mid-Day Meal in Schools, Says Surya Pratap Shahi

  Surya Pratap Shahi, state agricultural minister, said on March 18 that the state government was constantly promoting millets cultivation, production, and consumption, as well as raising farmers' income through it.…

• ‘AgLive 2023: The Millet Challenge,’ a Pitch Session for Millets-Based Startups, Organised at PUSA Campus

  Millets provide an alternative food system in times of increasing demand for vegetarian foods because they contribute to a balanced diet as well as a safe environment, and they are nature's gifts to mankind.…

• Global Millets (Shree Anna) Conference: Dr Irfaan Ali Offered 200 Acres of Land in Guyana for Exclusive Production of Millets

  Global Millets (Shree Anna) Conference, a global event aimed towards increasing the adoption & awareness around Millets, was inaugurated by PM Modi today at Subramanian Hall, NASC Complex, IARI, PUSA Campus, New Delhi.…

• PM Modi Inaugurates Global Millets Shree Anna Conference 2023 Today

  The Global Millets Shree Anna Conference is going to witness the year-long campaign and various activities nationally and globally for expanding the adoption and promotion of millets.…

• Rajasthan Governor Pitches Millets Cultivation to Provide Nutritious Food for Growing Population

  Millets, jowar, kodo, ragi, samwa, chena, kangni, and kutki have traditionally been a part of Indian food. According to Rajasthan’s Governor Kalraj Mishra, coarse grains are still an important part of the diet of common people in most parts of Rajasthan.…

• Global Millets Conference to Be Inaugurated by PM Modi On March 18

  On Saturday at 11 am, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate and address the gathering on the occasion of the Global Millets Conference in New Delhi.…

• Millet Farming Becomes a Boon for Tribal Farmers

  A tribal farmer from Bhejapadar village in Koraput district of Odisha’s Dasmantpur block used to process only two quintals of ragi or finger millet from his one acre of land practicing traditional agricultural methods.…

• ICAR Pitches MSP for Millets to HP Government

  The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) pitched that the HP state government take the minimum support price (MSP) for millet into consideration so that farmers will be encouraged to grow the crop.…