BOTANICAL NAME Panicum sumatrense

The largest cultivation is in central India. Usually it is planted using a seed drill. It can also if necessary be planted spoiled. The green plant can also be used in part as cattle feed. The straw can mixed with clay or cement be used in construction. It can withstand both drought and waterlogging. It can be cultivated up to 2000 m above sea level.

NUTRITIONAL BENEFITS 

Millet is so important because of its uniquely high content of nutrients, including impressive starch levels, very high B-vitamin content, as well as calcium, iron, potassium, zinc, magnesium, not to mention being a healthy source of essential fats in the body. Furthermore, there are significant levels of protein and dietary fiber in millet as well, which contribute to even more health benefits of this important grain.