Nallamala Chenchus go for millet crops
The three-years-old foxtail millet seeds could suffice to yield a crop for domestic consumption.
An initiative to make native rice, vegetable varieties available to urban consumers
Helping farmers cultivating native varieties to get better prices for their produce by making it available to the greater public
Mission Shakti Mela:Traditional snacks turn heads
To enable rural and urban women producers to showcase their products, develop market linkage and refine their produce.
Fresh From Farm To Plate: How A Think Tank In Bhubaneswar Is Creating New Space For Millets In Its Backyard
Produce Organically, process methodically, market strategically and consume carefully
How a Remote Bihar Village Ushered in an Organic Farming Revolution in Just 4 Yrs
"They also went through communication training, so that they can negotiate with the authorities without fear"
Millet farmers devise mechanism to counter Climate Change
Millets - our heritage crops - are highly nutritious and climate resilient. They ensure food, nutrition, fodder, ecological and livelihoods security.
Less Rice, More Nutritious Crops Will Enhance India’s Food Supply, Study Says
Planting more coarse cereals including millets could increase protein, iron; climate resilience; and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Switching back to coarse cereals can offer multiple benefits: Study
Food supply can be enhanced by planting more nutritious and environment-friendly crops such as finger and pearl millets and sorghum
How millet farming empowers women
The Millet Sisters Network trains women across the country in organic farming by using vermicompost, farm manure and cow products.