Raimati Ghiuria: Millet custodian farmer of Odisha bringing change in the society Raimati Ghiuria, a 36-year-old member of the tribal Bhumia community in Odisha, appears to be a cheerful and unassuming woman. Her remarkable accomplishments as a custodian farmer, community resource person, and seasoned trainer came to light when she was selected to represent Odisha … 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
Climate Resilient Native Finger Millet Landraces: Researchers from the Central University of Odisha have made a remarkable study by identifying indigenous Finger Millet (Ragi) landraces grown by tribal farmers in the Koraput area that are stress-resistant. These exceptional millets have a remarkable capacity for drought tolerance, which could make them reliable food security crops for … Read more
Odisha’s Millet Landraces: In a groundbreaking stride towards agro-biodiversity preservation and sustainable agricultural practices, Odisha has etched its name in history as the first Indian state to formally release four indigenous landraces of finger millet (Eleusine coracana). These exceptional landraces, named Kundra Bati, Laxmipur Kalia, Malyabanta Mami, and Gupteswar Bharati, have been designated as notified … Read more
Support System for Millet Startups in India: Millet startups have emerged as a promising industry in India, focusing on producing and promoting these nutrition-rich grains, known as Nutri-Cereals. With a rich historical context and immense significance in Indian cuisine, millets are gaining recognition for their health benefits and environmental sustainability. This article delves into the … Read more
Opportunities and Challenges in Millet Sector: In today’s context, the millet sector has been facing a lot of challenges pertaining to the production of millets, processing, value addition, marketing, and consumption. At the same time, there are a lot of opportunities for entrepreneurs in the millet sector. The challenges can be mitigated by taking extra … Read more
Book on Millet Business Ideas Inspired Charles: It was the happiest day to get an email from a person from Uganda that too after reading my book. Today, I thought to share the conversation with you. Hope this conversation inspires and motivates you. Charles writes to me: Inspired by your book I have completed reading … Read more
Millet Vs Quinoa: As people become more conscious of their health and the impact of their food choices on the environment, ancient grains like millets and quinoa are gaining popularity. But which one is better? In this post, we will explore the differences between millet Vs quinoa and help you make an informed choice. What … Read more
Millet Consumption Trends: Millet is a group of small-seeded grasses that are widely cultivated for food in various parts of the world. They are known for their resilience and adaptability, thriving in arid and drought-prone regions. Due to their superiority, now termed as Nutri-Cereals. Millets are also highly nutritious, providing a range of vitamins and … Read more
Millet Nutrition Facts: India is food self-sufficient and moving towards becoming a food surplus country. The vision of the policymakers is shifting from food security to Nutritional security. The government of India as well as some State governments have made significant changes in reviving back the millet. One of the milestones in the growth of … Read more