Millets

Here are some characteristics of millet: 
    • Appearance

      Millets are small-seeded grasses that are usually grown annually and can range in height from 1 to 4 feet. Pearl millet, however, can grow up to 10 feet tall. 

    • Nutritional value

      Millets are a good source of nutrients and are similar in nutritional profile to other cereals like sorghum. They are gluten-free and contain complex carbohydrates. Finger millet is particularly high in calcium. 

  • Growing conditions

    Millets are hardy grains that are tolerant to drought and other extreme weather conditions. They require less water and fertility than other popular cereals. 

  • Uses

    Millets are grown around the world for human food and as fodder. They are widely consumed in developing countries in Africa and Asia. 

  • Origin

    Millets were among the first crops to be domesticated and there is evidence of their consumption in the Indus Saraswati civilization. Many varieties of millet that are now grown around the world were first cultivated in India. 

  • Examples
    Some examples of millet include pearl millet, foxtail millet, proso millet, finger millet, teff, and fonio.