Foxtail Millet

Foxtail millet, known as kangni in Hindi and korra in Telugu, is one of the oldest cultivated cereal crops and one of India's most significant millet varieties. Grown across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu, it is valued for its drought tolerance, rapid growth cycle, and high fibre and protein content. Growing demand comes from health food manufacturers, specialty grain importers, and bird seed producers.

Geodhara International exports premium foxtail millet sourced from the major millet-growing regions of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Available as Whole Foxtail Millet grain and Foxtail Millet Flour, our supply is cleaned, sorted, and packed to buyer specifications in 25 kg / 50 kg bags or 1–5 kg consumer packs with private labeling. Each consignment is exported with complete phytosanitary and shipping documentation.

We supply health food manufacturers, specialty grain distributors, flour millers, and bird seed manufacturers across the Middle East, Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia with consistent quality, competitive pricing, and full export documentation.

Specification

Product Details
Country of OriginIndia
Botanical NameSetaria italica
HS Code1008.29
Available FormsWhole Grain, Flour
ColourGolden yellow / pale cream
Protein Content11 – 13%
QualityCleaned, sorted, free from foreign matter and weevils
Packaging & Supply
MoistureMax 12%
Packaging25 kg / 50 kg PP bags, jute bags, 1–5 kg consumer packs
LabelingPrivate labeling available
Shelf Life12 – 18 months
GMO StatusGMO Free
Harvest PeriodAug – Oct
SpecificationDetailed spec on request

Container

20 Feet
Quantity:22 MT
40 Feet
Quantity:26 MT

Uses & Benefits

  • Cooked as a rice substitute — foxtail millet can be prepared in the same way as rice and is used as a staple grain in South Indian and traditional Asian diets.
  • Ground into flour for use in flatbreads, pancakes, porridges, and health food products including millet-based breakfast cereals and baked goods.
  • Used as a bird seed and livestock feed ingredient, particularly for poultry and cage birds, in agricultural and pet food markets.
  • Used in traditional fermented beverages and brewing applications in various Asian cultures.
  • Gaining popularity in health food formulations as an ancient grain ingredient in granola, muesli, energy bars, and gluten-free products.

Known As

Local Names for Foxtail Millet
EnglishFoxtail Millet / Italian Millet
Hindiकंगनी / काकुम (Kangni / Kakum)
Teluguఘోర్రలు (Korralu)
Tamilதினை (Thinai)
Arabicدخن ذيل الثعلب (Dokhn Dhail al-Tha'lab)
SpanishMijo cola de zorro
RussianИтальянское просо (Ital'yanskoe proso)
FrenchMillet des oiseaux
GermanKolbenhirse

FAQs

We export Whole Foxtail Millet grain and Foxtail Millet Flour. Whole grain is suitable for direct cooking, milling, or bird seed applications; flour is used in bakery and health food manufacturing.
Yes, foxtail millet is naturally gluten-free, making it suitable for gluten-free food manufacturing and consumers with coeliac disease or gluten sensitivity.
Yes, foxtail millet can be prepared as a rice substitute — it is cooked with water in a 1:2.5 ratio and produces a soft, slightly fluffy grain suitable for use in place of rice in meals.
Our minimum order quantity is one container load — approximately 22 metric tons in a 20-foot container or 26 metric tons in a 40-foot container.
We provide phytosanitary certificates, certificates of origin, quality inspection reports, fumigation certificates (where required), and complete shipping documentation for every consignment.
Yes, foxtail millet is widely used as a bird seed ingredient. We can supply in bulk for bird seed manufacturers and pet food industry buyers with appropriate cleaning and sorting specifications.

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