Choose Proso Millet from AhaaMAG Private Limited for a healthy, sustainable, and contaminant-free grain. Sourced directly from trusted farmers who use eco-friendly, chemical-free farming practices, our millet is guaranteed to be free from harmful pesticides and additives. Rich in essential nutrients like protein, fiber, and vitamins, Proso Millet is an excellent choice for health-conscious consumers and food manufacturers. By partnering directly with farmers, we ensure full traceability, fair trade, and support for local communities. Carefully harvested and processed, AhaaMAG’s Proso Millet offers exceptional quality, freshness, and nutritional value—perfect for adding a wholesome touch to your diet or products.

Specifications

Nomenclature

• Scientific Name: Panicum miliaceum
• Family: Poaceae (Grass family)
• Other Common Names:
  • Hindi: Cheena
  • Tamil: Panivaragu
  • Telugu: Varigalu
  • Kannada: Baragu
  • Marathi: Vari
  • Bengali: Chena
  • English: Common millet, Broomcorn millet

Description:

Proso Millet (scientific name: Panicum miliaceum) is a short-duration, drought-resistant cereal crop primarily cultivated in Asia, Europe, and North America. Also known as white millet or common millet, it matures quickly (within 60–90 days) and requires minimal water, making it suitable for dryland farming. Proso millet is rich in protein, dietary fiber, and essential minerals like magnesium and phosphorus. It is gluten-free and often used in porridges, flatbreads, and as a rice alternative.

Properties:

• Nutritional Profile: High in protein (especially methionine, an essential amino acid). Rich in carbohydrates and dietary fiber. Contains minerals like magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium. Gluten-free and easy to digest.
• Agronomic Traits: Short growing season (60–90 days). Drought-tolerant and adaptable to different soil types. Low input requirements and ideal for dryland farming.

Detailed Uses:

• Culinary: Cooked and eaten like rice or used in porridge, khichdi, and upma. Flour used in baking and traditional snacks. Popular in health foods and diet recipes due to its high energy value.
• Fodder: Used as feed for poultry and livestock.
• Industrial: Used in brewing and making birdseed mixtures.