"The three-day event will feature a millet roadshow, a millet startup exhibition, and technical sessions addressing various topics related to millets."

 

The International Nutri Cereal Convention 6.0 is coming up, organized by the ICAR-Indian Institute of Millets Research (IIMR). This event will highlight the important role of nutri-cereals, especially millets, in tackling global food security and nutrition issues.

Key Details of the Conference:

  • Dates and Location: The conference will be held for three days, starting on October 17, at the IIMR campus in Hyderabad, India.
  • Main Topics: The event will cover several important themes, including:
    • The health benefits of millets and their place in a balanced diet.
    • Sustainable farming practices for growing millets.
    • New ways to process and add value to millets.
    • Strategies to promote and develop markets for millets.
    • Policies to support millet production and consumption.
  • Speakers and Participants: Experts, researchers, and policymakers from around the world will be speaking. Attendees will include agricultural scientists, nutritionists, industry representatives, and entrepreneurs involved with millets.
  • Networking Opportunities: Participants will have a chance to meet other professionals, share ideas, and discuss possible collaborations to promote millets.
  • Exhibitions and Demonstrations: The convention will also feature exhibitions that showcase new millet products, research, and advances in millet farming and processing.
  • Workshops and Technical Sessions: In addition to discussions, there will be hands-on workshops focusing on practical applications of research and best practices in millet farming and marketing.

This conference is a crucial step in making millets a key agricultural product, emphasizing their health benefits and environmental advantages. The event aims to inspire action and commitment to promoting millets as an essential part of global food systems.