Why in news?
The United Nations General Assembly recently adopted a resolution declaring 2023 the International Year of Millets, as proposed by India to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
What are millets?
India is the largest global producerof millets, with a 41% market share. A compound annual growth rate of 4.5% is projected for the global millet market in the coming decade.
How significant are millets?
What are the favourable factors?
What are the concerns with millets faming?
What are the government’s initiatives so far?
What are the other measures needed?
Market dynamics
Cultural connection
Ecosystems and sustainability
Biofuel and climate resilience
In India, 2025 is set as the deadline for achieving 20% ethanol blending with petrol. Most bio-ethanol in India is produced using sugar molasses and maize.
Source: Livemint