Environmental Sustainability of Millets: The urgent problem of ecological degradation in the modern era calls for a coordinated push toward sustainability. Finding sustainable food options is crucial as we deal with the effects of climate change and depleting resources. Here we will explore millets, the miracle ancient crops. These ancient grains not only provide a … 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