Empowering millets: Insights from the expert meeting
Content Editor: Dr. Sumana Mukhopadhyay
March 22, 2024 at 1:30:00 PM
Food security, Nutrition, Millets

CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR) held an expert review meeting on enhancing nutritional security through millets.
It was highlighted that there has been a 60% decline in millet cultivation since 1950 and now requires immediate policy intervention.
Emphasis was given to the dietary shifts post-green revolution and the importance of raising awareness among farmers.
As proposed in the meeting, a dedicated millet board was also initiated to coordinate policy efforts.
An overview of the current status and plan forward was given with insights from industry stakeholders and experts.
The event aimed to shape policies for nutritional security and sustainable health through millets in India.
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