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Proso-Millet-Farming-in-India   Organic proso millet farming  In this article, information is given about the methods of cultivation of Proso Millet (Chenna or Bari), the benefits of its cultivation and its health benefits. Proso millet is a warm-season crop grown throughout . Proso Millet Farming in-India It is also called Chena or Bari. It is a nutritious grain that can tolerate drought conditions with less water requirement. Well-drained, loamy, or sandy loam soil is best suited for the cultivation of Proso Millet. Land Preparation: For the cultivation of Proso Millet, it is necessary to prepare the soil well. Plow two to three times and at the time of last ploughing, cow dung or compost at the rate of 20-25 tonnes per hectare should be mixed well. Sowing of seeds: Sow proso millet seeds at a depth of 2.5 to 3 cm. The sowing distance should be between 20 to 25 cm. After sowing, lightly irrigate the seeds. Irrigation: Proso millet crop requires less water to grow well. However, the f