Mahanandi Foxtail Millet 2Kg

[7:19 am, 31/03/2024] Mahanandi Marketing: Foxtail Millet, scientifically known as Setaria italica, is a crop belonging to the family Poaceae. It is a small-seeded grain that is widely cultivated in Asia, especially in India, China, and Southeast Asian countries. Foxtail Millet has a slender, erect stem that can grow up to 120 cm tall. The leaves are alternate, linear, and narrow, with a length of about 30 cm. The inflorescence is a spike-like structure that resembles a foxtail, hence the name foxtail millet. The grain of Foxtail Millet is small, spherical, and light yellow in color. It has a mild, nutty flavor and is gluten-free, making it a good alternative for people with gluten sensitivity or celiac disease. It is rich in dietary fiber, protein, and various essential nutrients such as iron, calcium, and magnesium. Foxtail Millet is renowned for its adaptability to dry and semi-arid regions, where it can thrive in poor soil conditions with minimal water requirements.