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• Improving the health and nutrition of the population: Millets are
known to be a rich source of nutrients such as protein, fiber, vitamins,
and minerals. Promoting the consumption of millet can help in
reducing malnutrition and improving the health of the people.

• Enhancing the income of farmers: Millets are traditionally grown
by small and marginal farmers in Maharashtra. By promoting millet,
the government can help increase the income of these farmers and
ensure their livelihoods.

• Boosting soil fertility: Millets are known to be good for soil health
as they require less water and can grow in low-fertility soils. By
promoting millets, the government can help in boosting soil fertility
and reducing soil erosion.

• Mitigating climate change: Millets are climate-resilient crops
and can withstand extreme weather conditions such as drought and
floods. By promoting millet, the government can help in mitigating
the effects of climate change and build the resilience of farmers.

• Preserving agro-biodiversity: Millets are an important part of
the agro-biodiversity of Maharashtra. By promoting millet, the
government can help in preserving the diversity of crops and ensuring
food security in the state.

• Creating market opportunities: By promoting millets, the
government can help in creating new market opportunities for farmers
and food businesses. Millets have a huge potential in the health food
and organic food markets and can help in generating income and

employment opportunities in the state.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the study conducted on the promotional awareness of

39 Millets: 2023