Promotion of Millet Foods Can Support Farmers and Improve Health

Experts have highlighted the importance of promoting millets as part of a healthy diet and sustainable farming system. They said that creating greater awareness about the nutritional benefits of millets can encourage people to include them more often in their daily food.

At a programme held in Madurai, speakers explained that millets are rich in essential nutrients and can contribute to better health. They also noted that these crops require less water and can grow well even in dry conditions, making them suitable for farmers in many regions.

Agricultural specialists encouraged farmers to increase millet cultivation and explore ways to develop value-added millet products. Expanding the use of millet-based foods can help farmers earn better incomes while also offering healthier food options to consumers.

The participants also stressed the need for stronger support through research, government programmes, and awareness campaigns. They said that cooperation between farmers, scientists, and institutions will play an important role in expanding millet production and consumption in the coming years.

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