ਕੰਗਣੀ (Kangni / Foxtail Millet)
Kangni (Foxtail Millet) (Setaria italica)
ਵਿਸਤਾਰਿਤ ਜਾਣਕਾਰੀ (Description)
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਵਿੱਚ:
ਘੱਟ ਪਾਣੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਹੋਣ ਵਾਲਾ ਪੁਰਾਤਨ ਮਿਲਟ ਜੋ ਬਹੁਤ ਹੀ ਪੌਸ਼ਟਿਕ ਹੈ।
English Summary:
Ancient drought-hardy millet variety grown traditionally in rain-fed regions of Punjab. Highly nutritious and low GI.
ਖੇਤੀਬਾੜੀ ਵਿਸ਼ੇਸ਼ਤਾਵਾਂ (Agronomic Details)
Region of Origin
Malwa region, Punjab
Growing Season
Kharif
Sowing Period
July
Crop Duration
85 - 90 days
Soil Preferences
Light sandy to loamy soil
Water Requirements
Very low; completely rainfed after germination
ਵਰਤੋਂ ਅਤੇ ਬੀਜ ਸੰਭਾਲ (Uses & Seed Saving)
Traditional Uses:
Kheer, porridge, and winter flatbreads.
Culinary & Health Uses:
Millet upma, khichdi, and healthy snacks.
Farmer Observations:
Requires zero synthetic fertilizer; naturally deters pests.
Seed Preservation Methods:
Sun dry thoroughly and store in sealed metal bins with dried clove buds.
Record Metadata
Local Names: Kangni, Kakum
Contributed By: Farmer Community Member
Category: Millets (ਬਾਜਰਾ / ਮਿਲਟਸ)
Added On: Oct 10, 2026