Divya Devkar*

Department of Statistics and Computer Application, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Pusa, Samastipur, Bihar, India

*Corresponding Author: Divya Devkar, Department of Statistics and Computer Application, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Pusa, Samastipur, Bihar, India.

Received: April 01, 2024; Published: May 22, 2024

Abstract

Millets, a resilient and nutritious grain, are regaining prominence as a sustainable and circular crop. Once overshadowed, millets now contribute to closed-loop, eco-friendly farming. India leads in millet production, embodying circular economy principles by harmonizing economic activities with environmental well-being. Through diverse farming practices rejuvenating soil, repurposing grains/straws, and aligning with UN SDGs, the circular economy of millets offers advantages like responsible consumption/production and climate action. This article explores millets' transformative impact, innovative methods, farmer benefits, waste utilization, and increasing consumer awareness, positioning millets as a pathway to sustainable agriculture nurturing ecosystems, and reshaping our food-land connection.

Keywords: Millets; Circular Economy; Sustainable Agriculture; Climate Change; Eco-Friendly; Nutrition

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Citation

Citation: Divya Devkar. “Circular Economy of Millets". Acta Scientific Agriculture 8.6 (2024): 18-21.

Copyright

Copyright: © 2024 Divya Devkar. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.