Events and outreach

Hundreds of activities and events are being organized worldwide to promote the International Year of Millets. Click on the map below to find an activity or event near you.

Whether you’re an NGO, journalist, government, city, civil society or research and development organization, or an individual, take advantage of this opportunity to call for action!

Plan a #IYM2023 event online or in person, or spread the word on your channels, and let us know if you need our help. We can provide you with a range of promotional materials in several languages – from posters to designs for branded merchandise, videos and event banners. Remember to upload your event to the map and create a free dedicated event page by completing the form below.

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Gadhada (India)

International Mahila Adhiveshan and shree ann Utsav

04/03/2023

A world Record has been achieved by Lali Raja Shree DR. Urvashi Mishra and Shree Lakshmi Narayan Dev Mahila Mandal (a women's wing of Shree Swaminarayan...

Hybrid Event, Johannesburg (South Africa)

WILDFeast Dialogue

02/03/2023

The #WILDFeast Dialogue is a precursor to the launch of WILD Feast – a market platform to promote Wholesome, Indigenous, Local, and Diverse (WILD) crops...

Hybrid Event, Moscow (Russia)

Press conference of the members of the International Year of Millets’ Russian Steering Committee for federal and regional media at the Moscow Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI)

02/03/2023

On 14 February 2023, the Federation Council’s Committee on Agrarian Food Policy and Environmental Management supported the suggestion of the FAO...

Virtual Event

Expanding Markets for Indigenous Crops - A Sustainable Pathway to Food Systems Transformation. The Case for Sorghum

01/03/2023

The overall goal of the dialogue is to encourage concrete actions on commitments made by the UN body and the South African Government to advance the...

Virtual Event

Millets music video out now

01/03/2023

Check out the exciting millets music video produced by the Indian state of Odisha featuring singer Ricky Rej! Special...

Montpellier (France)

Questions de Jeunes à la Recherche: Des systèmes alimentaires sains et résilients face aux changements globaux - Illustration à travers l'exemple du mil, une céréale résistante à la sécheresse

28/02/2023

En partenariat avec le Rectorat de l'Académie de Montpellier, Agropoliss International organise un événement de médiation scientifique qui s'appelle...

Al Kuwayt (Kuwait)

Millets Week in Kuwait

15/02/2023 - 21/02/2023

The Embassy of India in Kuwait organised the Millets Week in Kuwait from February 15 to February 21, 2023. A Millets Exhibition, including more...

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New York (United States)

Exhibition showcases millets as ‘smart food’, rich in heritage and full of potential

15/02/2023

Launched by India’s mission to the UN, during the International Year of Millets, the exhibition showcases different kinds of millets grown in India,...

(India)

Government of Maharashtra spreading awareness of "International Year of Millets"

06/02/2023

Chief Minister Eknath Shinde launched the Maharashtra millet mission, announcing that the Rs 200 crore has been earmarked for this purpose. The launch...

New Delhi (India)

Millet breakfast with a group of officials from the Ministry of Agriculture of India

05/02/2023

The team of Millets For Health, a social enterprise working on the revival of millets, was delighted to serve a delicious millet breakfast to a group...

Rajendranagar (India)

Tasting millet-based products

05/02/2023

Shri. Surya Pratap Ji, Honourable Minister of Agriculture, visited the Center of Excellence at Nutrihub, ICAR-IIMR. The Minister of Agriculture...

(Hong Kong)

Millets cooking demonstration organised by Indian Consulate at LOHAS Expo

05/02/2023

Millets cooking demonstration organised by the Indian Consulate at LOHAS Expo in Hong Kong, in collaboration with India connect & Globex Nutrition....

(Hong Kong)

Lohas Expo and the International Year of Millets

05/02/2023

An informative seminar on Millets: Health Benefits and Sustainable Eating by Dr. Sanjay Nagarkar, organised by the Indian Consulate in collaboration...

Lusaka (Zambia)

#IYM23 #YearofMillets Food Festival Commemoration

02/02/2023

FAO Country Representative Percy Suze said Millet offers promising...

Virtual Event

L'anno del miglio

01/02/2023

The International Year of Millets was featured on Italy’s Rai 3 ‘Geo’ TV Program with guest speaker Fabio Ciconte, Director of Terra.

Virtual Event

The International Year Of Millets at The Kapil Sharma Show

23/01/2023

The International Year Of Millets 2023 mission was promoted in India's most-watched comedy show, The Kapil Sharma Show.

Bengaluru (India)

International Trade Fair: Millets and Organics 2023

20/01/2023 - 22/01/2023

The fourth edition of Millets & Organics – International Trade Fair 2023 is organised by the Department of Agriculture and KAPPEC, Government of...

Virtual Event

North American Millets Alliance webinar series

01/01/2023 - 31/12/2023

North American Millets Alliance is a social benefit (non-profit) initiative dedicated...

Riyadh (Saudi Arabia)

Strengthening Rainfed Cereal Production in Saudi Arabia

11/12/2022

Rainfed cereals mainly sorghum and millet are widely recognised as smart crops for drought tolerance, climate adaptability, and high nutritional...

Hybrid Event, Roma (Italy)

Opening Ceremony of the International Year of Millets 2023

06/12/2022

On 6 December 2022, the Food and Agriculture Organization hosted the opening ceremony of the International Year of Millets (IYM) to raise awareness...

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