Oldest evidence of Foxtail Millet is found along the ancient course of Yellow River in China. Although domesticated in China but it has been growing in India since ancient times.

Foxtail Millet is low in glycemic index and has high level of crude fibre. It is also hypolipidemic, that is, it helps decrease lipids in blood.

Amino acids present in Foxtail Millet are comparable to the soy protein concentrate.

Foxtail Millet has a sweet and nutty flavour