Health is wealth
Proso millet is one of the small millets cultivated in specialized agriculture richness in the country. It is the true millet of the history and is said to be as ancient as wheat. It is called by different names in many parts of the world as French millet, hog millet and in India as panivaragu, Cheena and Cheen. It is cultivated in the Himalayan region upto an altitude of 2700 metre above MSL. It is well known for its early maturity and drought withstanding ability.
The feed value of Proso millet for cattle andswine is generally considered equal to grain sorghum.Proso millet lowers glucose and cholesterol, thereby maintaining overallhealth. It is rich in fiber, protein, minerals and trace elements like iron,copper, zinc, manganese and soluble fiber.