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ENGLISH TAMIL Jowar Cholam Pearl millet Kambu Finger millet kaizhvaragu foxtail millet Thinai
If you are talking about the Tamil word, it is called Pearl Millet in English.
D. J. Andrews has written: 'Methods of population improvement in pearl millet and sorghum' -- subject(s): Breeding, Congresses, Pearl millet, Sorghum
pearl millet
Pearl millet has a long history of use as a summer grazing and hay crop in the southeastern U.S.Also, it is an important staple food in semi-arid regions of India and Africa, where iron deficiency is widespread.
1. Groundnut 2. Sesamum 3. Pearl millet
Yes, millet is considered a Rabi crop in India and other regions where it is cultivated. Rabi crops are sown during the winter season and harvested in the spring. Millet varieties like pearl millet and finger millet thrive in the cooler temperatures and are typically sown between October and December, then harvested from March to May.
Bajra is the Pearl millet grain which is consumed daily in Rajasthan, Gujarat and Maharashtra.
Bajra (millets): Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Punjab, Andhra Pradesh and Rajasthan are the leading producers, Maharashtra the largest.In India, eight millets species (Sorghum, Finger millet, Pearl millet, Foxtail millet, Barnyard millet, Proso millet, Kodo millet and Little millet) are commonly cultivated under rain fed conditions. Different parts of India grow diverse kinds of millets. Rajasthan is home to Pearl Millet (Bajra). Deccan plateau (Marathwada in Maharashtra, Telangana in Andhra Pradesh and North Karnataka in Karnataka) is well known for sorghum. Southern Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Orissa and Southern Karnataka are the home of Finger millet. Uttarakhand and other hill and tribal areas cultivate a range of small millets such as Foxtail, Proso, Kodo and Barnyard.
Yes, horses can eat pearl millet in its green state, as it is generally safe and can provide beneficial nutrients. However, it should be introduced gradually to avoid digestive upset. It's essential to ensure that the millet is free from mold or toxins, as these can be harmful to horses. Always consult with a veterinarian or equine nutritionist for personalized advice.
No, sajjalu are called Pearl Millet in English. Oats are totally different from sajjalu.