Café Scientifique - Small grain, big gain: The story of millets

Have you ever heard of ‘millets’? Did you know that the last year was recognised as the International Year of Millets? Beyond being a common ingredient in birdseed, we will talk about how millets possess an immense potential to empower smallholder farmers, eradicate hunger and mitigate climate change-induced pressures on our food systems. Join Dr Swati Puranik at the Harpenden Arms pub to find out more.

Café Scientifique is a place where, for the price of a cup of coffee or a glass of wine, anyone can come to explore the latest ideas in science and technology. Meetings take place in cafes, bars, restaurants and even theatres, but always outside a traditional academic context. Anyone is welcome to come and learn something new, ask questions, and join in the discussion.