1.0Zion Grain Lifehttps://ziongrainslife.comadminhttps://ziongrainslife.com/index.php/author/admin/rich600338<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="a9SfbiPss5"><a href="https://ziongrainslife.com/index.php/product/product-image-4/">Kodo Millet (வரகு)</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://ziongrainslife.com/index.php/product/product-image-4/embed/#?secret=a9SfbiPss5" width="600" height="338" title="“Kodo Millet (வரகு)” — Zion Grain Life" data-secret="a9SfbiPss5" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script type="text/javascript"> /* <![CDATA[ */ /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://ziongrainslife.com/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js /* ]]> */ </script> https://ziongrainslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Kodo.jpg520669Kodo millet, scientifically known as Paspalum scrobiculatum, is a small-seeded cereal grain and one of the oldest cultivated crops in India. It's known for its drought resistance, ability to grow in marginal soils, and relatively short growing season. Kodo millet is a good source of protein, fiber, and various minerals like phosphorus and iron.  Key characteristics of Kodo millet: Botanical Description: It's a grass species with slender, light green leaves and small, ellipsoidal seeds that vary in color from light brown to dark grey.  Cultivation: Kodo millet is cultivated as a monsoon crop, with sowing typically occurring in early June. It's known for its high productivity per unit area and can be harvested in the fall due to its shorter growth period.  Nutritional Value: It's a good source of protein (around 11%), fiber (around 10%), carbohydrates (66.6%), and minerals like calcium, iron, and magnesium. It also contains B vitamins, phytochemicals, and antioxidants.  Health Benefits: Kodo millet is considered a wholesome food with medicinal and culinary properties. It's known for aiding in blood sugar management, promoting digestion, and potentially strengthening the nervous system.  Culinary Uses: Kodo millet can be used in various dishes, including upma, pulao, payasam, and even as a substitute for rice or wheat in many recipes.