Browntop upma Ravva

All the varieties of millets, Browntop millet (Urochloa ramose), also known as Korale millet, is witnessing a huge demand in the Indian market owing to its nutritional content and ability to adapt to climate change. Browntop millet apart from being gluten-free is rich in protein content, fiber, and minerals. It also assists in lowering glycemic response (lower ability to increase blood sugar level), lower digestibility, and absorption of starch. Nutritionists suggest Browntop millet as a solution to prevalent lifestyle problems such as diabetes, arthritis, and heart disease. However, it is yet to gain popularity due to a lack of consumer awareness, and disinterest among food processing companies. Browntop millet has a great scope for consumption growth. Farmer can benefit from its low input and maintenance requirements, and hence low risk