The advantages of growing and using finger millet

| April 17, 2023

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This edition’s story from Kenya is about how farmers can adapt to climate change by growing millet. But, as our Script of the week shows, finger millet has many other benefits!

Finger millet is a staple crop in many communities. It is a source of good, healthy food during difficult times, such as drought or crop failure. It’s relatively cheap and easy to grow, easy and quick to cook, and stores well for years for little insect damage.

Read more to see whether finger millet will work for farmers in your area.