Description

Bajra is a hardy crop that grows well, even in drought conditions, high temperatures and low soil fertility, which is probably why it has become an integral part of Rajasthani food. Interestingly, Rajasthan produces the largest amount of bajra, and India is the number one producer of this grain. Technically, bajra is not a grain – it belongs to a family of small seeded grasses collectively referred to as ‘millets.’ India has seen bajra cultivation since prehistoric time – it came to India from Africa in about 2000BC.