I am happily witnessing PONGAL/MAKAR SANKRANTHI preparations all around and I wanted to give a healthy version of pongal which is definitely a ROYAL treat.This is my mother’s recipe and I just love it. She usually makes it with raw rice and rock candy(Karkandu).We tried a modified version of it with millet and palm sugar.It came out so well and it was just yummy.To know the benefits of barnyard millet/Kuthiraivalli please refer here.  Continue reading“Barnyard millet/Jhangora/Kuthiraivaali sweet pongal”

• HOW MILLETS CAN SERVE AS “GREEN CROPS”? ARE MILLETS SUSTAINABLE? CAN MILLETS BE CALLED AS CLIMATE RESISTANT CROP?
• Millet farming is the cultivation of small, nutrient-rich grains known as millets. These hardy crops thrive in dry, challenging conditions like arid lands and poor soil, making them ideal for sustainable agriculture.
• Millets require less water than rice or wheat, and are naturally resistant to pests and diseases, reducing the need for harmful chemicals. Farmers often intercrop millets with other food crops, promoting biodiversity and soil health.
• Growing millets empowers smallholder farmers, especially in vulnerable regions, by providing food security and economic opportunities. Their nutritional value also contributes to improved health and well-being for communities.