Welcome to the Millet Resource Bank, a pivotal component of the Millet Revival Project. This initiative aims to rejuvenate the cultivation, distribution, and accessibility of millets across diverse regions of India. Our resource bank is a dynamic repository that brings together farmers, consumer brands, restaurants, and collaborators to foster conversations and partnerships within the millet space.
The Format: A Unified Platform
The Millet Resource Lab is committed to parsing through and validating data and insights from various stakeholders in the millet landscape. Through comprehensive interviews, volunteers at the lab actively engage with individuals, organisations, and restaurants involved in the sector to gain a well-rounded understanding of their work and contributions. The collected information undergoes rigorous vetting, after which it is channeled into the open-access repository. Stakeholders also have the option to self-register via a Google Form, further enriching the bank.
This evolving resource bank serves as a valuable tool for consumers, organisations, and restaurants seeking to engage with millet producers, enthusiasts, and experts.
Stakeholders Involved: Cultivating a Millet Community
- Producers:
- Who: Farmers and farmer groups dedicated to growing millets.
- Why: The resource bank facilitates easy identification of millet producers, offering insights into their practices and portfolios.
- Sign Up If: You are a millet producer or represent one.
- How: Fill in our Millet Resource Bank form, delving into your agricultural practices, products, inputs, and so on.
- Consumer Brands:
- Who: Brands advocating for millets, aiming to make them more accessible.
- Why: This resource aids consumers in finding millet-forward products as dietary patterns shift.
- Sign Up If: You are a millet-driven organization or represent one, and desire visibility.
- How: Fill out our Millet Resource Bank form, sharing your vision, products, community impact, and so on.
- Restaurants/Hotels/Cloud Kitchens:
- Who: Restaurants with millet-centric menus or efforts to incorporate millets.
- Why: Restaurants influence consumer trends, and this resource helps consumers explore millet dishes across various establishments.
- Sign Up If: You offer millet dishes or represent a millet-forward menu.
- How: Complete our Millet Resource Bank form, detailing your vision, menu, and location.
- Experts:
- Who: Researchers, influencers, advocates, and practitioners in the millet revival movement.
- Why: This resource supports conversations about agroecology, health benefits, and fosters collaboration among professionals and thinkers.
- Sign Up If: You are a researcher, influencer, or advocate for millets.
- How: Fill out our Millet Resource Bank form, sharing your interests, contributions, and vision.
Abhishek Jain
Policy
Abhishek leads The Council's energy access, rural livelihoods, and sustainable food systems practices, directing the $3 million 'Powering Livelihoods' initiative to tr...
Antara
Nutrition & Health
With a Master's in Industrial Design, a Bachelor's in Fine Art, and a Diploma in Movement Arts and Plant-Based Nutrition from Cornell University, she has been learning...
Dr. Paras Sharma
Dr. Paras Sharma, who joined the National Institute of Nutrition (NIN) in 2016, specializes in food chemistry and nutrient analysis. His research focuses on various as...
Anisha Oommen
Media
Anisha, a Bangalore-based entrepreneur and food writer, is the co-founder of Goya, a media company specializing in food and storytelling. Her expertise includes media ...
Wow Mom Foods
Consumer Brand
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Types:
Little Millet, Barnyard Millet, Foxtail Millet (Kangni), Finger Millet (Ragi)
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Products:
Cookies, Flour, Noodles, Pasta, Papad, Savories
Odisha Millet Mission
Aggregator
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Types:
Finger Millet (Ragi), Little Millet, Foxtail Millet (Kangni), Barnyard Millet
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Products:
Millet-based snacks, ready-to-eat items, and baked goods
Desi Treat
Consumer Brand
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Types:
Pearl Millet (Bajra), Sorghum Millet (Jowar), Finger Millet (Ragi)
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Products:
Millet Chaps
Koraput Tribal Farmers Producer Company Ltd
FPO
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Types:
Finger Millet (Ragi), Pearl Millet (Bajra)
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Products:
Whole Grains
Dhatu Organics Kitchen
How to order: Swiggy
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Types:
Pearl Millet (Bajra)
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Products:
millet thali, fried rice, upma, khichadi, chapati
OMO – soul food community
How to order: Swiggy, Zomato, Dine In
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Types:
Finger Millet (Ragi)
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Products:
millet dosa
Grami Cafe
How to order: Zomato
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Types:
Finger Millet (Ragi), Pearl Millet (Bajra)
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Products:
Idli, dosa, pongal, poori, sambar, rasam
Arjita Kalra (homebaker)
How to order: Whatsapp, Instagram
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Types:
Sorghum Millet (Jowar), Finger Millet (Ragi)
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Products:
cakes, brownies, ladoos, cookies