Grains & Millets
Ragi
Finger millet from Uttarakhand
Also known as: Ragi, Mandua, Madua, Nachni, finger millet
Ragi, called madua or mandua in Kumaon, is finger millet: a small, dark reddish-brown grain sold whole. It has an earthy, slightly malty flavour and is traditionally milled into flour.
Uses
- Madua roti, eaten with ghee
- Porridge
- Dosa, rotis and baking with the flour
- Other traditional Kumaoni dishes
At a glance
| Origin | Kumaon, Uttarakhand, India |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Eleusine coracana |
| Form | Whole grain |
| Ingredient | 100% ragi (finger millet) |
| Available packs | 500 g, 1 kg |
|---|---|
| Storage | Cool, dry place |
| Testing | Lab testing on request |
| Packaging | Retail / bulk |
Trade information
Pack sizes
500 g, 1 kg. Retail and bulk packaging, depending on the product and order.
Private label
Available. Please tell us what you need when you enquire.
Samples
Available for qualified trade buyers.
Documentation
Product specifications available upon request. Laboratory testing can be arranged for your order.
Interested in sourcing Ragi?
Contact Kumaon Origin to discuss availability, specifications and trade requirements.
