Complete Technology Handbook on Millets (Farming, Chemistry Properties,Production, Processing,Nutritional Attributes and Other Value Added Products) with Project Profiles

Complete Technology Handbook on Millets (Farming, Chemistry Properties,Production, Processing,Nutritional Attributes and Other Value Added Products) with Project Profiles

ISBN: 9788199282773

Millets are a group of small-seeded grasses that have been grown as food sources for humans and animals since ancient times. These crops are highly nutritious and have a range of health benefits. They are also highly adaptable to different growing conditions, making them an important crop for farmers in arid and drought-prone regions. Millets have been an integral part of the traditional diets of many cultures around the world and have gained renewed attention in recent years as a sustainable, low-input alternative to other cereal crops. Despite their many benefits, millets have been largely overlooked by modern industrial agriculture, and their cultivation and use have declined in many regions. There is a growing recognition of the need to promote and support the conservation and revival of millet cultivation as a key strategy to enhance food security and resilience in the face of climate change. The book Complete Technology Handbook on Millets contains chapter on various aspects, i.e., Farming, Chemistry Properties, Production, Processing, Nutritional Attributes and Other Value Added Products) with Project Profiles: Introduction Taxonomy and Distribution, Role of Government in Millets Marketing, Millets Cultivation, Millets Cultivation, Application of Plant Breeding and Genomics for Improved Millet Grain Nutritional Quality, How to Start Millets Processing Unit?, Pearl Millets (Bajra) Farming, Foxtail Millet (Kakum/Kangni) Farming, Sorghum Millet Farming and its Flakes Manufac-turing, Kodo Millet (Varagu) Farming, Finger Millet (Ragi) Farming, Proso Millet (Chena/Barri) Farming and Cultivation Practices, Barnyard Millet (Sanwa) Farming, Little Millet (Moraiyo) Farming, Buckwheat Millet (Kuttu) Farming, Amaranth Millet (Rajgira) Farming, Kodo Millet Cookies Manufacturing, How to Start Millets Cookie Production Business, Millet Flakes Manufacturing Process, Millets Flour Making Manufacture Process, Millet Noodles Manufacturing Process, Millet Pasta Manufac-turing Plant, Food and Beverage Nutri-tional Attributes, Phytochemical Related Health Promoting Attri-butes of Millets, Gluten-free Dough-based Foods & Technology for Millets, Extruded Snacks Manufac-turing Details, Extrusion Technology and its Application in Food Processing, How to Start Extruded Snacks Manufacturing Unit, Millets-based Fermented Food Products, xtruded Snacks Made from Millet Grains, Instant Dosa Mix from Sor-ghum Flour and Bengal Gram Dal, Instant Millet Pongal Mix Production Process, Instant Sorghum Idli Mix Production, Instant Sorghum Upma Mix Manufacturing Unit, Millet Bread Manufactur-ing From Pearl, Finger And Foxtail Millet, Millet Cakes Production, Millet Instant Laddu Mix Manufacturing from Sor-ghum, Ragi and Sajja, Millet Pizza Base Production, Millet Rawa/Suji Manufacturing Process, Millets Vermicelli and Pasta Making Process, Puffs Manufacturing from Millets (Sorghum, Pearl and Foxtail), Sorghum Muesli Manufacturing, Sustainable Food Sources, Quality Management Systems for Millets, Export of Millets, BIS Standards for Millets, Factory Layout & Process Flow Sheet & Diagram, Photographs of Plant and Machinery, and Plant Economics of Millet (Sprouted) Processing Plant. The book is a boon for entrepreneurs in the area millets, as they will get the complete comprehensive information about all the different types of millets with their biology, functional potential and processing.

Chapter 1

Introduction, Taxonomy and Distribution 

Introduction 

Taxonomy

Distribution and environmental attributes of millet cultivation 

Chapter 2

Role of Government in Millets Marketing

Policies/schemes on millet by the Government of India 

Submission on Nutri Cereals under National Food Security Mission (NFSM)

PLI scheme on millet 

Promoting millets in Public Distribution System (PDS) 

Promotion of millet by MWCD in supplementary nutrition program (SNP) 

Contents-cum-Index Research activities 

Support to States 

Other provisions/support 

Policy Measures for Promoting Millet Farming in India 

National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA) 

Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana (PMKSY) 

Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) 

National Food Processing Policy 

Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) 

Millet Mission 

Chapter 3 

Millets Cultivation 

Introduction 

Selection of high yielding hybrids and varieties 

Factors to Consider When Selecting a Millet Variety 

Soil Preparation : Setting the Foundation for Successful Millet Farming 

Sowing Techniques :

Traditional and Modern Methods 

Traditional Sowing Methods .

Modern Sowing Methods 

Crop Management : Ensuring Healthy Growth 

Pest Control 

Irrigation 

Fertilization 

Weeding and intercultural operations 

Control of Initial flush of weeds 

Inter-culture operations optimization 

Harvesting: Best Practices for Post-Harvest Handling 

Timing 

Methods 

Post-Harvest Handling 

Threshing and Processing 

Winnowing 

Processing 

Modern vs. Traditional Methods 

Millet Processing Unit 

Grader-cum-Aspirator 

Destoner 

Dehuller-cum-Aspirator 

Centrifugal Dehullers 

Abrasive Dehuller 

Millets Value Addition Machinery 

Benefits of Millet Cultivation in India 

Ecological Benefits 

Environmental Benefits 

Economic & Social Benefits 

Health Benefits 

Chapter 4

Application of Plant Breeding and Genomics for Improved Millet Grain Nutritional Quality 

Introduction 

Current nutrition and health

status in India: 

Importance of Pearl millet as food: 

Understanding the Genetic Basis of Drought Tolerance 

Molecular Markers and Marker-Assisted Selection 

Genomic Selection 

Genome Editing Technologies 

Current breeding approaches for developing biofortified varieties of Pearl millet 

Biofortification breeding approach 

Use of Composites and CMS lines 

Micronutrient phenotyping, using a high throughput method 

Genetic variability for micronutrients 

Breeding for genetic improvement 

Improving the nutritional characteristics of grain 

Continuous replacement of hybrids 

Genomics-Assisted Breeding 

Precision Phenotyping 

Heterotic Grouping of Hybrid Parental Lines 

Taking on both host resistance and pathogen variability at the same time 

Hybrid Breeding for arid climates needs to be improved 

Bringing biofortification into the mainstream 

Enhancing nutrient use efficiency 

Collaboration of breeding and agronomics 

Speed Breeding and Big-Data Analytics 

Advances in the Genetics and Genomics of Millet Research 

First Biofortified Pearl Millet Hybrid Released 

Chapter 5

How to Start Millets Processing Unit? 

Millet Producing Clusters in India 

Millet Startups & Processing Business Models 

Best Millet Business Ideas To Start Millets Processing Industry 

Millet Ice Cream 

Millet Maggi 

Millet Superfood Health Mix 

Millet Kanji Mix 

Millet Namkeen & Millet Crackers 

Millet Dosa Batter & Millet Paratha 

Millet Cookies, Cakes & Bakery Products 

Millet Dog Food 

Millet Snack Bars 

Millet Breakfast Cereal 

Millet Pasta 

Millet Energy Drink 

Millet Flour 

Millet Ready-to-Eat Meals 

Millet Cookies 

Millet Baby Food 

Other value-added food products of millets 

Preparation of finger millet (ragi) malt 

Puffs from millets 

Millet instant laddu mix 

Millets semolina (Rawa/Suji) 

Millets vermicelli and pasta 

Bakery products of millets 

Millets cookies

Millets bread 

Millets cake 

Millets pizza 

Consumer Demand & Profit Margins 

Key Millet Processing Techniques 

Government Support for Millet Entrepreneurs 

Overview of Different Types of Millets and Their Nutritional Benefits 

Steps to Start Millets Processing Industry: 

Market Research and Feasibility Study: 

Business Plan Development 

Legal and Regulatory Compliance 

Infrastructure and Equipment

Raw Material Sourcing 

Processing Techniques and Quality Control 

Product Development and Diversification 

Marketing and Distribution 

Strategies to Market Millet Products 

Millet Processing Machinery required for setting up a small-scale Unit 

Post-hulling 

Destoner-cum-Aspirator 

Dehuller-cum-Aspirator 

Centrifugal Dehuller 

Abrasive Dehuller 

Millets Value Addition Machinery 

Manufacturers of Primary Millet Processing Units in India 

Vibrating Pre-Cleaner 

Flour Sifter Machine 

Packet Filling & Packaging Machine 

De-stoner 

Disc Separator 

Magnetic Separator 

Chapter 6

Pearl Millets (Bajra) Farming

Uses 

Culinary Uses 

Non-Food Uses 

Health Benefits of Bajra or Pearl Millet 

Key Health Benefits 

Nutrition of Pearl Millet 

Climatic Requirements for Bajra Cultivation 

Ideal Soil Conditions for Bajra 

Bajra Farming Techniques 

Bajra Physiology 

Bajra Crop Development 

Selecting the Right Bajra Variety 

Land Preparation for Bajra Farming 

Sowing Techniques for Bajra 

Optimal Irrigation Practices for Bajra 

Nutrient Management in Bajra Cultivation 

Weed Control Strategies for Bajra 

Pest and Disease Management in Bajra 

Harvesting Techniques for Bajra 

Post-Harvest Handling and Storage of Bajra 

Value Addition and Processing of Bajra 

Government Schemes and Support for Bajra Farmers 

Financial assistance 

Organic Practices in Bajra Farming 

Tips to Boost Bajra Yield 

Intercropping and Crop Rotation with Bajra 

Gathering Harvest Maturation

Harvesting the crop 

Yields of Pearl Millets 

Examples of yield ranges 

Popular Varieties With Their Yield 

Dishes made from Pearl Millets 

Pearl millet Onion Muthias 

Pearl Millet Upma 

Pearl Millet Roti 

Pearl Millet Pakodi 

Pearl Millet Halwa 

Pearl Millet Pesarattu 

Pearl Millet Thalipeeth 

Pearl Millet Khichidi 

Pearl Millet Rusk 

Pearl Millet Besan Laddu 

Chapter 7

Foxtail Millet (Kakum/Kangni) Farming 

Introduction 

In Indian Languages, Foxtail Millet 

Health Benefits of Foxtail Millet 

Doublesdigestive power 

A Wholesome way to weight loss 

A gluten-free goodness 

Heals heart with humbleness 

A boon for your brain 

Foxtail Millet takes care of blood pressure 

Foxtail Millet Increases immunity 

A treasure chest of antioxidants 

Foxtail Millet Protects Bone and Muscle Health 

Varieties 

Climate and Soil Requirementfor Foxtail Millet Farming 

Land Preparation in Foxtail Millet Farming 

Propagation in Foxtail Millet Farming 

Seed Rate, Season, Sowing and Spacing in Foxtail Millet Farming 

Irrigation in Foxtail Millet Farming 

Manures and Fertilizers in Foxtail Millet Farming 

Inter crops in Foxtail Millet Farming 

Intercultural Operations in Foxtail Millet Farming 

Pests and Diseases in Foxtail Millet Farming 

Harvesting in Foxtail Millet Farming 

Yield in Foxtail Millet Farming 

Marketing of Foxtail Millet 

Chapter 8

Sorghum Millet Farming and its Flakes Manufacturing 

Introduction 

Uses of Sorghum 

Uses in Food 

Industrial & Other Uses 

Nutritional value of Sorghum.

Origin, Distribution and Production of Sorghum 

Sorghum’s Components and Health Benefits 

Key Components of Sorghum.

Health Benefits 

Nutrition credentials of wholegrain sorghum 

Cultivation, Bearing & Post Harvest Management 

Cultivation and Bearing 

Processing & Value Addition 

Sorghum Flakes Savouries 

Sorghum flakes poha 

Savory sorghum flakes chivda 

Sorghum Dosa.

Sorghum Ambali 

Sorghum Roti 

Sorghum Vegetable Tawa Roti 

Sorghum Samosa 

Sorghum Upma 

Sorghum Sankati 

Sorghum Khichidi 

Preparation Method: 

Sorghum Chuduwa 

Sorghum Idli 

Sorghum Pongal 

Sorghum Vermicelli Upma 

Sorghum Cabbage Muthias 

Sorghum Gorimetteelu 

Primary Processing of Sorghum.

Cleaning and Grading 

Parboiling 

Milling 

Drying 

Secondary Processing (Flaking) Of Sorghum 

Soaking 

Softening 

Pre-Drying 

Flaking 

Roasting 

Sieving and Grading 

Market Demand and Supply for Sorghum Flakes 

Chapter 9

Kodo Millet (Varagu) Farming 

Introduction 

Benefits of Kodo Millet Farming 

Farming Kodo Millet 

Health Benefits 

Environmental Benefits 

Climate requirements 

Soil requirements for Kodo millet farming 

Crop-specific issues 

Irrigation requirement for Kodo millet crop: 

Seed spacing/Plant spacing of Kodo millets 

The seed rate of Kodo millets 

Seed production 

Manures and fertilizers 

Field standards 

Seed standards 

Seed selection and sowing 

Weed management 

Roguing 

Diseases and its control measure in Kodo millet 

Insect-pests management 

Harvesting and processing 

Drying and storage 

Chapter 10

Finger Millet (Ragi) Farming.

Nutritional profile 

Health benefits 

Culinary uses 

Agricultural aspects 

Climatic Requirements 

Soil Preparation 

Sowing Techniques 

Irrigation Practices 

Weed Management 

Nutrient Management and Fertilization 

Pest and Disease Control in Finger Millet Farming 

Intercropping with Finger Millet 

Harvesting: Timing and Techniques 

Post-Harvest Processing 

Storage Solutions 

Product Made from Finger Millet 

Traditional dishes 

Baked goods and modern foods 

Finger Millet Onion Chapati

Finger Millet Laddu 

Finger Millet Muruku 

Soft Finger Millet Mudde 

Finger Millet rawa Chocolate Pudding 

Finger Millet Vermicelli Kheer 

Finger Millet Vermicelli Upma

Finger Millet Cake 

Finger Millet Balushahi 

Finger Millet Bounty Bars 

Finger Millet Potato Pan Cake 

Chapter 11

Proso Millet (Chena/Barri) Farming and Cultivation Practices 

Introduction 

Uses of Proso Millet 

In Human Food 

In Other Industries 

A step by step guide to Proso millet farming 

Climatic and soil requirements 

Area and distribution 

Production of Proso millet 

Spacing and seed rate in farming 

Proso millet growth 

Seed sowing in farming 

Manures and fertilizers 

Irrigation requirement 

Major diseases 

Insect Pests 

Harvesting and Threshing 

Marketing strategy 

Product 

Price 

Place 

Promotion: 

Chapter 12

Barnyard Millet (Sanwa) Farming

Introduction 

Health Benefits of Barnyard Millet 

Manage type ll diabetes 

Maintains heart health 

Fights against anaemia 

Skin and hair benefits 

Manages digestive disorders 

Different Types of Barnyard Millet 

State Varieties 

Soil Requirement 

Cover Crop or Green Manure 

Climate Requirements

Selection of Seed and Sowing Time for Farming 

Sowing Time 

Method of Sowing - Line sowing and Broadcasting. 

Spacing Between Plants in Barnyard Millet Farming 

The Seed Rate and Seed Treatment 

Nursery Raising and Transplanting 

Irrigation Requirement 

Weed Management 

Pests and Diseases Management 

Pests 

Diseases 

Organic Management of Pests and Diseases 

Cultural Practices 

Biological and Organic Inputs 

Monitoring and Prevention 

Additional Measures 

The Average Yield of Barnyard Millet .

Uses 

Chapter 13

Little Millet (Moraiyo) Farming

Organic Little Millet farming 

Description of Little Millet plant 

World’s top 10 producing countries of Little Millet 

Health benefits of Little Millet 

A step-by-step guide for beginners 

Varieties of Little Millet farming 

Land preparation and soil requirements for Little Millet 

Temperature, climate, and rainfall requirements for Organic Farming 

Propagation in Organic Little Millet farming 

Seed Propagation 

Seeds and seed rate for organic Little Millet farming 

Sowing and spacing in organic farming 

Organic manures and biofertilizers in farming 

Irrigation in organic Little Millet farming 

Weed control practices in organic Little Millet Farming 

Organic pest and diseases control in Little Millet farming 

Threshing and yields in Little Millet farming 

Harvesting and storage in Little Millet farming 

Chapter 14

Buckwheat Millet (Kuttu) Farming.

Introduction 

Soil requirement 

Different varieties of Buckwheat 

Growth habits for Buckwheat 

Right time to plant Buckwheat 

Site preparation 

Climatic requirements 

The seed rate and seedbed preparation 

Seed preparation and germination of Buckwheat 

Sowing of Buckwheat seed 

Field preparation and fertilization 

Pest and diseases management 

Buckwheat harvesting and yield 

Buckwheat Recipes 

Buckwheat and Cottage Cheese Rotolo Recipe 

Buckwheat Brownies Recipe 

Buckwheat Crepe with Strawberry Stew Recipe 

Kisir Tangthur/Buckwheat Pancake Recipe

Buckwheat and Ragi Cookies (Gluten Free) Recipe 

Kuttu Ki Poori Recipe 

Buckwheat Blinis Sandwich With Beetroot and Feta Recipe 

Chapter 15

Amaranth Millet (Rajgira) Farming

Introduction 

Uses 

Culinary Uses 

Health and Nutritional Uses 

Cultivars (Varieties) of Amaranth

Climate and Land Requirements 

Preparing of Soil for Best Practices 

Amaranth Propagation: Seeds and Seedlings 

Planting Amaranth 

Watering and Irrigation Techniques 

Nutrient Management:

Fertilizers and Soil Amendments for Amaranth 

Pest and Disease Control in Amaranth Farming 

Weed Management Strategies for Amaranth Fields 

Harvesting Amaranth: Timing and Techniques 

Post-Harvest Handling and Storage of Amaranth 

Marketing Strategies for Amaranth Products 

Organic Farming: Principles and Practices 

Sustainable Amaranth Farming:

Environmental Benefits and Practices 

Amaranth starch: Chemistry and properties 

Chemistry 

Functional properties 

Amaranth protein: Chemistry and properties 

Chemistry 

Functional properties 

Summary of functional applications 

Chapter 16

Kodo Millet Cookies Manufacturing 

Introduction 

Origin, Distribution and Production of Kodo Millet

Health Benefits and Nutritional Information 

Nutritional value 

Constituents and health benefit 

Health benefits 

Anti-diabetic 

Anti-obesity 

Anti-cholesterol and antihypertension 

Helps in weight management 

Antioxidant and anti-microbial activity 

Cholesterol reduction 

Processing & Value Addition 

Preparation of kodo millet cookies 

Mixing 

Shaping and Forming 

Baking 

Cooling 

Manufacturing Process of the Kodo Millet Cookies 

Market Demand and Supply for Kodo Millet Cookies 

Machinery and Equipment Requirements 

Planetary Mixers 

Cookie Wire Cut Machine 

Rotary convection oven 

Why to Start Millet Cookie Manufacturing Business? 

Millet Based Business Opportunities in India 

Business Plan for Millet Seed Enterprises in India 

Business Plan for Millets Aggregation in India 

Value-Added Products 

Shelf-life enhancement technologies 

Developing a Comprehensive Business Plan 

Future Opportunities for Startups and Entrepreneurs 

Quality control 

Raw material inspection 

Process monitoring 

Finished product testing 

Packaging and storage 

Hygiene and compliance 

Chapter 17

How to Start Millets Cookie Production Business 

Market Research: Identifying Opportunities and Competitors 

Developing a Comprehensive Business Plan: 

Legal Compliance and Regulations: 

Infrastructure and Equipment for Small Space Production: 

Essential Equipment for Millet Cookies Production 

Workspace Layout 

Sourcing Ingredients: Building Relationships with Reliable Suppliers: 

Product Development: Creating Tasty Millet Cookies:

Marketing and Branding:

Establishing a Strong Identity: 

Distribution Strategy: Reaching Your Target Market 

Chapter 18

Millet Flakes Manufacturing Process 

Millet flakes manufacturing process 

Business plan essentials for millet flakes in India 

Market analysis and strategy 

Machinery and infrastructure 

Operations and logistics 

Financial planning 

Culinary Applications 

Millet flake manufacturing process 

Culinary applications of millet flakes 

For breakfast 

In baking and snacks 

In savory dishes 

In desserts 

Culinary Applications 

Breakfast & Porridge 

Snacks & Appetizers 

Toppings & Boosters 

Baking & Energy Bites 

Savory Dishes 

Health and Wellness Conveniences 

Digestive Health and Gluten-Free Benefits 

Blood Sugar and Heart Health 

Antioxidant Properties 

Versatility and Convenience 

Incorporating Millet Flakes in Diet Plan 

Breakfast Ideas 

Lunch & Dinner Ideas 

Snacks 

Tips for Incorporating Millet Flakes 

Sustainability Aspect 

Environmental Benefits 

Societal & Nutritional Benefits 

Contribution to Sustainability Goals 

Functions of Millet Flakes 

Health Benefits 

Culinary & Lifestyle Uses 

Flake Production 

Grain Cleaning 

Dehusking / Degermination 

Cooking 

Flaking 

Drying 

Packing & Store 

Chapter 19

Millets Flour Making Manufacture Process 

How to Use Millet Flour 

Tips for Baking with Millet Flour 

Savory Uses for Millet Flour 

Millet Flour Variety 

Popular Recipes and Dishes 

Breakfast Ideas 

Millet Idli (With Foxtail Millet) 

Ragi Dosa (Finger Millet Dosa) 

Some Healthy Options 

Thalipeeth (Savory Multigrain Flatbreads) 

Lunch & Dinner Ideas 

Bajre Ki Khichdi (Pearl Millet Khichdi) 

Millet Sweets 

Rajgira Kheer (Amaranth Kheer) 

Quinoa! 

Basic Nutritional Information 

Key Nutritional Highlights: 

Is Gluten-Free Millet Flour Available? 

Millet Flour Manufacturing 

Clean and Wash 

Dry the Millet 

Grind in Batches 

Sieve the Flour 

Repeat Grinding and Sifting

Store 

The flow diagram for the preparation of millet flour 

Chapter 20

Millet Noodles Manufacturing Process 

Raw Material Preparation & Mixing 

Extrusion & Forming 

Steaming 

Drying 

Cooling & Packing 

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Make Millet Noodles at Home

Sweet and Spicy Millet Noodle Salad With Vegetable

Cold Millet Noodle Salad 

Millet Noodles Soup 

The Nutritional Advantages of Millet-Based Noodles 

Who Benefits Most? 

Medicinal Properties of Millet Noodles 

Digestive Health 

Blood Sugar Regulation 

Heart Health 

Antioxidant Properties 

Other Benefits 

Flow diagram of finger millet noodles production process 

Chapter 21

Millet Pasta Manufacturing Plant 

Comparing Millet Pasta and Regular Pasta 

Nutritional Differences 

Taste and Texture Comparison 

Taste Comparison 

Texture Comparison 

Nutritional Comparison 

Comparing Millet Pasta and Regular Pasta 

Taste and Texture Comparison 

Nutritional Comparison 

Price Comparison 

Common Types of Pasta 

Long-Strand Pasta 

Short-Form & Decorative Pasta 

Stuffed & Sheet Pasta 

Macaroni 

Ingredients 

Equipment 

Sphagetti 

Essential Raw Materials for High-Quality Pasta Production 

Exploring the Variety of Pasta:

From Spaghetti to Macaroni 

The Key Stages in Manufacturing Spaghetti and Dry Pasta 

Shaping Pasta: How Spaghetti and Penne Pasta Get Their Forms 

The Drying Process: Ensuring the Perfect Texture and Shelf Life 

Ensuring Pasta Quality throughout the Manufacturing Process 

How Drying Time and Temperature Affect the Final Product 

Modern Technologies Enhancing the Production of Pasta and Macaroni 

Packing Strategies for Pasta Products 

Vermicelli 

Manufacturing process 

Micronutrient composition of pasta products 

How to Make Millet Pasta 

Ingredients 

Automatic Pasta Manufacturing Process 

Features 

Benefits 

Functions of Pasta Packaging 

Characteristics of Packaging Material 

Types of packaging 

Fundament classification 

Tertiary Packaging 

Material of packaging 

Plastic-based packaging materials that can be used 

Polyethylene (PE) 

Polypropylene

Polyesters (PET) and Polyamide (PA) 

Metallised Films 

Dried Pasta Packaging Using Cellophane Bags 

Chapter 22

Food and Beverage Nutritional Attributes 

How to start Millets Beverages Plant 

Nutritional Value 

Types of Millet Beverages 

Traditional Fermented Beverages 

Non-Fermented and Modern Beverages 

Fermented millet beverages 

Millet Porridge Drinks 

Millet-based Herbal Teas 

Millet Buttermilk 

Millet Smoothies 

Millet Malt 

Millet Milk 

Millet based carbonated drinks 

Commonly Used Millets 

Steps in Millet Beverage Production 

Raw Material Preparation 

Milling and Extraction 

Formulation and Treatment 

Processing and Packaging 

Variations in Processing 

Millet Milk Processing Steps 

Millet Cleaning and Sorting 

Millet Soaking 

Millet Milling and Grinding 

Millet Slurry Enzyme Treatment 

Millet Slurry Filtering 

Millet Milk Blending and Mixing 

Millet Milk Homogenization 

Millet Milk Sterilization and Packaging 

Equipments 

Pasteurizer 

Homogenizer 

Semi-Automatic Filling Station 

CIP System 

Environmental and Economic Impact 

Lower water consumption 

Reduced greenhouse gas emissions 

Improved soil health 

Minimal chemical inputs 

Increased biodiversity 

Economic impacts 

Enhanced rural livelihoods 

New market opportunities 

Support from government

initiatives 

Challenges to growth 

Consumer Trends and Market Growth 

Future Outlook 

Opportunities in Millet Beverages 

Market Trends 

Sensory Characteristics 

Factors Influencing Sensory Properties 

Improving Consumer Acceptance 

Health and Dietary Considerations 

Health Benefits 

Dietary Considerations 

Distribution Channels 

Emerging & Niche Channels: 

Regulatory Compliance and Safety Standards 

Licensing and o

Chapter 23

Phytochemical Related

Health Promoting