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A journey to Deccan Organics - preserving traditional Deccan Plateau farming practices.

December 31, 2021
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Deccan Organics

Deccan Organics

Deccan Organics represents the best of traditional farming from the Deccan Plateau region of Karnataka.

The Deccan Plateau

The Deccan Plateau has a unique climate and soil:

  • Black cotton soil (rich in nutrients)
  • Semi-arid climate
  • Traditional rainfed farming

What They Grow

Millets

  • Jowar (sorghum)
  • Bajra (pearl millet)
  • Ragi (finger millet)

Pulses

  • Toor dal
  • Chana dal
  • Green gram

Oilseeds

  • Groundnut
  • Sunflower
  • Safflower

Traditional Methods

Deccan Organics follows age-old farming practices:

  • Mixed cropping
  • Bullock plowing
  • Organic manures
  • Seed saving

Why Millets Matter

Millets are:

  • Drought-resistant
  • Nutritious
  • Low input requirement
  • Climate-smart

The government has declared 2023 as the International Year of Millets, bringing renewed attention to these forgotten grains.

Products Available

  • Whole millets
  • Millet flours
  • Traditional pickles
  • Cold-pressed oils

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