Sorghum bicolor (Great Millet):
A drought-resistant, gluten-free cereal grain rich in fiber, protein, and antioxidants. Key uses include food (flour, porridge, fermented bread), animal feed, biofuel (ethanol production), and brewing (sorghum beer).
**Primary Sources:**
– **Top Producers:** United States (Great Plains), Nigeria, Sudan, India, and Mexico.
– **Growing Regions:** Thrives in semi-arid tropics; widely cultivated in Africa (Sahel zone), Asia (India, China), and the Americas.
**Key Fact:**
A climate-resilient staple critical for food security in drought-prone regions. The U.S. is the largest exporter, primarily for ethanol and livestock feed, while Africa relies on it as a dietary cornerstone.
