Millets
🌾 Millets: The Ancient Grains for a Healthier Future
🔹 Botanical Category
Millets are small-seeded cereal grains from the Poaceae family, cultivated for over 5,000 years. They are drought-resistant, gluten-free, and nutrient-rich — called the “smart foods” of the 21st century.
🌱 Botanical & Agricultural Profile
Millets thrive in semi-arid regions with minimal irrigation, ideal for climate-resilient farming and sustainable agriculture.
🌿 Types of Millets
| Common Name | Botanical Name |
|---|---|
| Pearl Millet | Pennisetum glaucum |
| Finger Millet | Eleusine coracana |
| Foxtail Millet | Setaria italica |
| Barnyard Millet | Echinochloa esculenta |
| Little Millet | Panicum sumatrense |
| Kodo Millet | Paspalum scrobiculatum |
| Proso Millet | Panicum miliaceum |
| Browntop Millet | Urochloa ramosa |
🌍 Major Cultivation Regions
- 🇮🇳 India (Rajasthan, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra)
- Africa (Ethiopia, Nigeria, Sudan)
- China
- USA
- Nepal
🌟 India is the largest producer & consumer of millets worldwide.
🏭 Processing Method
- Cleaning – removal of stones & impurities
- Dehusking – traditional or mechanical
- Milling/Polishing – optional, per consumer preference
- Sorting & Grading – by size, color & quality
- Packing – moisture-proof, air-tight
✅ Value-added forms include flakes, flour, ready-to-cook mixes, noodles, and snacks.
🧬 Nutritional Value (per 100g)
| Nutrient | Approx. Value |
|---|---|
| Calories | 320–370 kcal |
| Protein | 8–13 g |
| Carbohydrates | 65–75 g |
| Fiber | 8–12 g |
| Fat | 2–6 g |
| Iron | 3–8 mg |
| Calcium | 25–350 mg |
| Magnesium | 100–200 mg |
| B Vitamins | B1, B2, B6 rich |
🌾 Gluten-free, low GI, rich in fiber & micronutrients.
✅ Health Benefits
- 💪 Diabetic-friendly: Regulates blood sugar
- ❤️ Heart-healthy: Lowers cholesterol & BP
- 🧠 Supports brain health: B vitamins + iron
- 🦴 Bone strength: High calcium (esp. Finger Millet)
- 🌿 Weight management: High fiber satiety
- 🌾 Gut health & detox: Natural prebiotics
- 💥 Boosts immunity: Rich in minerals
🍛 Culinary Applications
🥣 Traditional:
- Khichdi, upma, pongal
- Millet roti/chapati
- Fermented dishes – dosa, idli
- Ragi mudde (Karnataka), Bajra khichdi (Rajasthan)
🥗 Modern:
- Millet pasta & noodles
- Millet cookies & health bars
- Breakfast cereals & granola
- Millet beverages
- Ready-to-cook mixes
✅ Perfect for vegan, gluten-free & low-carb diets.
🧴 Medicinal & Functional Applications
- Ayurvedic diets for obesity & diabetes
- Nutraceutical & functional food use
- Detox & anti-inflammatory diets
- Suitable for infants, elderly & post-surgery diets
📦 Packaging Options
| Form | Sizes |
|---|---|
| Whole Grains | 500g, 1kg, 5kg, 25kg, 50kg |
| Millet Flour | 500g, 1kg, 5kg |
| Flakes, RTE Mixes | Custom sachets/boxes |
| Vacuum Packing | Available for export |
| Private Label | Retail, bulk, HoReCa |
📈 Market Trends
- Recognized by UN as climate-smart grains
- High demand for organic & gluten-free millets
- Rising role in sports & wellness nutrition
- 2023: International Year of Millets boosted exports
📄 Product Specification Summary
| Product Types | Whole, Semi-polished, Flour, Flakes |
| Purity | Min. 99% |
| Moisture | Max. 12% |
| Shelf Life | 12–18 months |
| HS Code | 10082000 (varies) |
| Certifications | FSSAI, ISO, HACCP, USDA Organic, APEDA |
| Origin | India |
🤝 Why Choose Our Millets?
- ✅ Direct sourcing from organic farms
- ✅ Wide range – raw & processed forms
- ✅ Traceable, lab-tested, pesticide-free
- ✅ Export-ready with packaging options
- ✅ Bulk, retail & private label available