Finger Millet
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Habit
Grass
Height
3-5 Ft
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well-drained, sandy loam
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
No
Origin
Africa, Asia
Climatic Condition
Tropical to Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20-30°C
Humidity (%)
50-60%
Potting media
Peat-based mix
Fertilizers
Organic compost
Watering
Water regularly; drought-tolerant once established
Plant Weight
2-5 kg
Flowering Time
Summer to Fall
Soil Ph level
6.0 - 7.5
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Soil EC
0.5 - 0.7
Yield Per Plant
Edible grain
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Annual
Health Benefits
High in nutrients; good source of calcium and fiber.
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
| 50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand |
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
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Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Leaf Spot, Anthracnose, Root Rot, Leaf Blight.
Symptoms
Yellowing and wilting of leaves, Yellow to brown spots on leaves, stunted growth.
Organic Remedies
Crop rotation, neem cake as soil amendment, Spray Neem Oil, Use Resistant Varieties.
HEALTH BENEFITS
Diabetes
- Finger millet can help control blood sugar levels
- It has a lower glycemic response than rice and wheat
- Phenolic extracts from finger millet seed coats may inhibit enzymes that cause hyperglycemia
Bone health
- It can help prevent osteoporosis and reduce the risk of fractures
- It's a good source of calcium
Digestion
- It can slow digestion, which can help control blood sugar levels
- It can prevent gastrointestinal disorders and malnutrition
Other health benefits
- It can help with anemia
- It has anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, and antimicrobial properties
- It has anti-carcinogenic properties
- It has anti-diarrheal properties
- It has antiulcer properties
- It can help with atherosclerotic effects