The wonders of finger millet (ragi)
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Finger millet or ragi is the staple grain across rural Karnataka. It is suitable for cultivation in dry areas and is grown in Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Goa and Rajasthan. It forms a major part of the rural poor's diet. It has a long storage capacity and the straw can be used as cattle fodder.It is said to be one of the most nutritious cereals packed with iron, proteins, calcium and fibre. It is low in fat, gluten-free and easily digestible. In Karnataka one of the first...
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