Cereals; millet, seed

HS code 100821 covers the classification of millet, a type of cereal grain that is widely cultivated and consumed globally. Millet is a staple food in many parts of the world, particularly in Africa and Asia, and plays a significant role in the agricultural and food industries. As a hardy, drought-resistant crop, millet production is an important contributor to global food security and the broader agricultural economy.

Millet is primarily grown through traditional farming methods, with the crop being sown, cultivated, and harvested in a similar manner to other cereal grains. The crop is typically planted during the rainy season and requires well-drained soil and moderate temperatures for optimal growth. Millet is harvested by hand or using mechanical harvesters, and the grains are then processed, cleaned, and prepared for distribution and consumption.

The main inputs required for millet production include arable land, water resources, and agricultural equipment such as plows, harvesters, and processing machinery. Millet also requires various agricultural inputs like seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides to ensure healthy crop growth and high yields. Additionally, labor is a significant input, as millet production often involves manual labor-intensive tasks, particularly in developing regions.

The primary output of HS code 100821 is millet grain, which can be used for a variety of purposes. Millet is commonly consumed as a staple food, either as a whole grain or processed into flour for use in baked goods, porridge, and other food products. Millet is also used as animal feed, particularly for poultry and livestock. Additionally, millet straw and byproducts can be used for other applications, such as 440122 Fuel wood, in logs, in billets, in twigs, in faggots or in similar forms, 570500 Other textile floor coverings, and 121490 Forage products, n.e.c. in heading no. 1214, whether or not in the form of pellets, among others.