Shree Anna Abhiyan Model: Every year, Koraput comes alive with colors, culture, and celebrations during PARAB, a national-level festival that showcases the rich tribal heritage of the region. PARAB-2025 was even more special for us, as we had the opportunity to demonstrate the Shree Anna Abhiyan Model, presenting a comprehensive and holistic journey of the … Read more
In the lush green belt of Punjab, where the golden fields of wheat and rice have long dominated the agricultural landscape, a quiet but powerful revolution is taking place. Leading this change is Gurmukh Singh, a progressive farmer, agripreneur, and certified organic farming trainer, who is on a mission to diversify Punjab’s cropping pattern by … Read more
Increase in Ragi Price: 2024-25 marks a significant milestone in millet farming in India, particularly in Odisha, where ragi (finger millet) has always been a staple crop for tribal communities and small-scale farmers. The announcement by the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, to raise the Minimum Support Price (MSP) of ragi … Read more
The International Symposium on Shree Anna and Forgotten Foods was held on 10th and 11th November 2024, at the Convention Centre, Lok Seva Bhavan in Bhubaneswar. This unique two-day event celebrated Odisha’s agricultural heritage, with a focus on Shree Anna (millets) and the traditional yet often-overlooked foods that have long been a staple for Odisha’s … Read more
Millets and Yoga: Millets and Yoga, both deeply rooted in ancient traditions, have been gaining renewed attention in the modern wellness landscape. While yoga is celebrated for its holistic health benefits, millets are gaining popularity as nutritious, sustainable grains. This article delves into the symbiotic relationship between these two, highlighting how their combined benefits can … Read more
MSP of Millets: Millets, the traditional superfoods of India, have been steadily reclaiming their importance in recent years. Packed with protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals, these resilient and climate-friendly crops require less water and thrive in harsher conditions compared to rice or wheat. Recognizing their potential, the Indian government has taken a significant step by … Read more
Crafts Ideas with Millets: In the pursuit of sustainable living and eco-friendly practices, incorporating natural elements into our daily lives has become increasingly popular nowadays around the globe. Millets, known for their nutritional value, health benefits, and versatility in the culinary world, are now stepping into the domain of eco-friendly decoration and crafts. From enhancing … Read more
Traditional Millet Recipes: Millets are the traditional staple food of the tribals of Odisha. It plays an important role for the small and marginal tribal farmers as millets can address food, nutrition, fodder, and most importantly climate change. Millets are just not food but an integral part of the tribal communities. Millets are adapted to … Read more
Millets and Women: In the intricate tapestry of agriculture, nutrition, and empowerment, millets emerged as humble yet powerful grains, woven together with the indomitable spirit of women. As the world celebrated the International Year of Millets in 2023, a spotlight illuminated the pivotal role women played in the cultivation, conservation, and commercialization of these ancient … Read more
EarthPoorna: EarthPoorna, a social venture by Sucheta Bhandare of Pune involves women in the business and procures millet directly from farmers and thus ensures and supports the livelihood of women and farmers. It was a humble beginning with a passion for farming that attracted Sucheta to study the whole millet ecosystem and understand the problems … Read more