Ragi, also known as finger millet (Eleusine coracana), is one of the major millets cultivated in dryland farming systems and is known for its ability to grow in low rainfall conditions. It is considered a hardy crop suited to rainfed agriculture and marginal soils. The grain used to make ragi poha is grown using natural farming practices without chemical fertilisers or pesticides. Source: FAO / ICRISAT
Ragi poha is made by processing ragi grain into flattened flakes that cook quickly. The flakes soften when soaked or lightly cooked and can be used for quick grain-based preparations. It can be prepared similarly to rice poha and used for simple breakfast or snack dishes.
According to the Indian Food Composition Tables (ICMR-NIN), ragi is a source of carbohydrates and also contains protein, dietary fibre, calcium, and 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 ragi 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

