Millet

Product Details

  • Product Name :Millet
  • Common Types : Pearl Millet (Bajra), Finger Millet (Ragi), Foxtail Millet, Proso Millet, Barnyard Millet, Kodo Millet, Little Millet
  • Origin : India
  • Botanical Name :Varies by type (e.g., Pennisetum glaucum for Pearl Millet, Eleusine coracana for Finger Millet)
  • Form : Whole grain or hulled (depending on type)
  • Color :Cream, yellow, brown, or reddish (varies by variety)
  • Shape :Small, round grains

Packing and Shipping Details

  • Packing :
    • Food-grade jute bags, poly bags, or bulk containers
    • Standard Sizes: 25kg, 50kg, or customized packing
  • Load Capacity :
    • 20 FT Container : 24 Metric Tons (MT)
  • Shelf Life : Up to 1 year when stored in a cool, dry place, away from moisture, light, and heat.

Physical Specifications

Parameter Range/Specification
Appearance Clean, uniform grains
Color Cream, yellow, or reddish (varies)
Grain Size 1mm to 3mm diameter (varies by type)
Purity 99% to 99.5%
Foreign Matter 0.5% max
Admixture 0.5% max
Moisture Content 10% to 12% max
Odor Neutral, fresh aroma
Damaged/Discolored Grains 1% max

Chemical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Moisture Content 10% to 12% max
Protein Content 7% to 12% (varies by type)
Carbohydrates 60% to 70%
Fiber Content 6% to 12%
Fat Content 3% to 5%
Ash Content 1% to 2%
Pesticide Residue As per international standards
Microbial Load As per food safety standards

Common Types of Millets in India

Millet Type Botanical Name Color Protein Fiber
Pearl Millet Pennisetum glaucum Grey/Green 12% 2%
Finger Millet Eleusine coracana Reddish Brown 7% 10%
Foxtail Millet Setaria italica Yellow/Golden 10% 6%
Proso Millet Panicum miliaceum Cream/White 12% 8%
Barnyard Millet Echinochloa spp. Cream/White 11% 10%
Kodo Millet Paspalum scrobiculatum Brown/Blackish 8% 9%

Product Origin