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Barnyard Millet
Unit: 1KGBarnyard millet, also known as Echinochloa frumentacea, is widely grown in
Uttarakhand, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka. It thrives in sandy loam
or light-textured soils with good drainage. The crop matures quickly, taking only 60-75
days.Alternate names include Sama in Hindi, Kuthiraivali in Tamil, Kavadapullu in
Malayalam, and Shyama in Marathi. Known for its fast growth and adaptability,
barnyard millet is a nutritious, gluten-free grain ideal for healthy diets. -
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Foxtail Millet
Unit: 1KGFoxtail millet, also known as Setaria italica, is primarily grown in Tamil Nadu, Andhra
Pradesh, Karnataka, and Madhya Pradesh. It thrives in well-drained loamy or sandy
soils and requires minimal water. The crop takes 75-90 days to mature.Alternate names include Kangni in Hindi, Thinai in Tamil, Thina in Malayalam, and
Navane in Kannada. Known for its resilience and high nutritional value, foxtail millet is a
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GREEN SORGHUM MILLET
Green sorghum millet, also known as Sorghum bicolor, is grown in Tamil Nadu,
Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Andhra Pradesh. It thrives in well-drained sandy or
loamy soils and requires moderate rainfall. The crop matures in 90-120 days.Alternate names include Cholam in Tamil, Jowar in Hindi, Cholam in Malayalam, and
Jola in Kannada. Green sorghum is used for food, fodder, and biofuel, especially in
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Kodo Millet
Unit: 1KGKodo millet, also known as Paspalum scrobiculatum, is an ancient grain primarily
grown in India, especially in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Chhattisgarh. It thrives in
well-drained sandy or loamy soil and requires minimal rainfall, making it ideal for arid
and semi-arid regions.The crop typically takes 90-120 days to mature.
Alternate names include Kodra in Hindi, Varagu in Tamil, Koovaragu in Malayalam,
and Kodo in Marathi. This highly nutritious millet is a staple in many parts of India,
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Little Millet
Unit: 1KGLittle millet, also known as Panicum sumatrense, is primarily grown in Tamil Nadu,
Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Chhattisgarh. It thrives in well-drained loamy to
sandy soils and is highly drought-tolerant. The crop takes 75-90 days to mature.Alternate names include Kutki in Hindi, Samai in Tamil, Chama in Malayalam, and
Same in Kannada. Known for its adaptability to marginal lands, little millet is a vital
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MAPPILLAI SAMBA RICE
Mappillai Samba rice, also known as Oryza sativa, is mainly grown in Tamil Nadu and Kerala, especially in Kanchipuram and Tiruvarur. It thrives in fertile, well-drained soils and requires good irrigation. The crop matures in 130-150 days.
Alternate names include Mappilai Samba in Tamil, Mappillai Samba in Malayalam, and Samba Rice in other regions. This rice is known for its unique texture and flavor, commonly used in traditional South Indian dishes.
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Pearl Millet
Unit: 1KGPearl millet, also known as Bajra or Pennisetum glaucum, is widely grown in
Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Maharashtra. It grows well in sandy, loamy,
and black soils, requiring minimal rainfall. The crop matures in 85-100 days.Alternate names include Bajra in Hindi, Kambu in Tamil, Kambam in Malayalam, and
Sajje in Kannada. Pearl millet is known for its drought tolerance and is a staple food in
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Proso Millet
Unit: 1KGProso millet, also known as Panicum miliaceum, is primarily grown in Madhya
Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka. It thrives in well-drained
sandy or loamy soils and requires minimal water. The crop takes 60-75 days to
mature.Alternate names include Cheena in Hindi, Panivaragu in Tamil, Paniyan in Malayalam,
and Barri in Marathi. Proso millet is valued for its drought tolerance and high nutritional
content, making it a popular choice in dryland agriculture.