Millets as Miracle Crops of the Millennium

Discover the potential of millets as miracle crops in this 17-minute TEDx talk by Dr. Ashok S Alur. Learn how these versatile grains can elevate over 1 million farmers, improve the health of 10 million people, and address water scarcity issues. Explore innovative agricultural solutions presented by Dr. Alur, an accomplished expert with over 20 years of experience in agriculture, higher education, and international cooperation. Gain insights into the revolutionary impact of millets on poverty reduction, malnutrition alleviation, and environmental conservation. Understand how Farmer Producer Organizations have helped scale agricultural practices, benefiting millions of farmers. Delve into the speaker's extensive background, including his roles at prestigious institutions and numerous accolades for his contributions to agricultural development and science communication.