Millet Cultivation and Traditional Food Systems

Seba Jagat promotes millet cultivation as a vital component of traditional food systems, especially in regions where climate change has disrupted conventional farming. Millets are hardy, drought-tolerant, and nutrient-dense crops that provide essential micronutrients such as iron, calcium, and fiber. By reviving millet farming, Seba Jagat not only helps farmers adapt to changing weather patterns but also supports the preservation of local food traditions. The promotion of millets as a staple food in tribal diets also helps address malnutrition, particularly iron deficiency, and promotes dietary diversity. Seba Jagat supports the cultivation of a variety of millets, such as finger millet (ragi), pearl millet (bajra), and sorghum (jowar), by providing seeds, technical support, and market linkages. Through advocacy and awareness campaigns, Seba Jagat works to revive traditional recipes and promote millets as a healthy alternative to rice and wheat. This not only empowers local farmers but also fosters community ownership of food security and nutritional sovereignty.