Bajra (Pennisetum glaucum), also known as pearl millet, is one of the major millets cultivated in dryland farming systems and is known for its ability to grow in low rainfall and high temperature conditions. It is considered a hardy crop suited to rainfed agriculture and marginal soils. The grain used to make bajra poha is grown using natural farming practices without chemical fertilisers or pesticides. Source: FAO / ICRISAT
Bajra poha is made by processing bajra grain into flattened flakes that cook quickly. It can be prepared similarly to rice poha and used for quick breakfast or snack preparations. The flakes soften when soaked or lightly cooked, making them suitable for simple grain-based dishes.
According to the Indian Food Composition Tables (ICMR-NIN), bajra is a source of carbohydrates and also contains protein, dietary fibre, and minerals such as iron. These nutrients are naturally present in the grain and remain part of the flakes after processing. Source: Indian Food Composition Tables (ICMR-NIN)
Choosing naturally grown bajra poha means the grain is produced without synthetic fertilisers or pesticides and processed without large-scale industrial refining. Buying directly from farmers supports millet cultivation and dryland farming systems and helps maintain traditional grain diversity.
Source: Indian Food Composition Tables — ICMR, National Institute of Nutrition, Hyderabad

