Shree Anna (Millets): Promoting Nutrition and Sustainability in Agricultural Millets Map of India
Narmada Hidangmayum
Department of Human Development and Family Studies, College of Community Science, Central Agriculture University, Imphal, Tura, Meghalaya, India.
G. Gomadhi
ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Tindivanam 604 102, Villupuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
M. Ramasamy
KVK Vellore TNAU, India.
S. Ejilane
KVK Vellore TNAU, India.
K. Chitra
KVK Vellore TNAU, India.
E. Rajeswari
TNAU, India.
K. Dhanalakshmi
HC and RI (W) Trichy TNAU, India.
G. Malathi
KVK, Sandhiyur, Salem, Tamil Nadu, India.
T Senthilkumar *
Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Pudukkottai, Tamil Nadu-622303, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Shree Anna, an initiative dedicated to promoting the cultivation and consumption of millets in India, stands at the forefront of efforts to enhance nutrition and sustainability in agriculture. Central to its mission is the creation of the Millets Map of India, which showcases the diverse regions where millets are cultivated across the country. From Karnataka to Rajasthan, and Tamil Nadu to Uttar Pradesh, the map highlights the geographical spread of millet cultivation, emphasizing their nutritional value and environmental resilience. Through educational programs, farmer training, and consumer awareness campaigns, Shree Anna aims to underscore the nutritional benefits of millets while advocating for their sustainable cultivation. By fostering market demand and economic opportunities for millet farmers, the initiative seeks to create a more inclusive and resilient agricultural ecosystem. The Millets Map of India serves as a visual testament to the transformative potential of millets in promoting nutrition, sustainability, and food security in India's agricultural landscape.
Keywords: Consumer awareness, Shree Anna, millets, economic opportunities, environmental resilience