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Maize is a delicious and nutrient-rich grain. Various dishes can be made from it by boiling, roasting and in the form of flour. The fiber present in maize removes the problem of constipation and keeps the intestines healthy.
Gumla: Maize is produced on a large scale in Bharno block of Gumla district of Jharkhand, where the climate is suitable for maize production. Earlier, farmers did not get fair price for maize, but now the women of Bharno Farmer Producer Company have started making and selling various products from maize. With this, 30 women are becoming self-reliant and are preparing maize neemki.
Corn is rich in nutrients
Maize is a delicious and nutrient-rich grain. Various dishes can be made from it by boiling, roasting and in the form of flour. The fiber present in maize removes the problem of constipation and keeps the intestines healthy. Its carbohydrates give quick energy to the body.
Mecca Project changed the lives of women
Viranti Devi, a member of Bharno Farmer Producer Company, said that earlier she was unemployed, but now she is working under the maize project. He took training in maize cultivation and product manufacturing from Bank of India Rural Self-Employment Institute (RSETI). Now she is making Neemki, Sev, Bhujia, Laddus, Thekua etc. Women work together in the entire process.
How to make Corn Neemki
To make maize neemki, maize flour is mixed with pure Patanjali ghee, Mangarela and salt and kneaded with water. Then the dough is made, rolled like a roti, cut into the shape of Neemki and prepared by frying in refined oil. All products are made from high quality materials and utmost care is taken to ensure purity.
30 women of Bharno Farmer Producer Company are working regularly. Earlier she used to stay at home, but now she has got employment and her mental and financial condition has improved a lot. She is able to support her family well and her children are also getting good upbringing.
You can order from home
Field Thematic Coordinator Sandhya Kumari told that our maize product is available in the market under the name of ‘Kasturi Mej’. These products can be found in Block Campus or Gumla Haat of Bharno block. These products are also available in Morabadi, Ranchi. Maize flour is available at Rs 55 per kg and Neemki at Rs 65 per 200 gram packet. To order at home, Sandeep Kumar, CEO of Bharno Farmer Producer Company, can be contacted on 7979710499.
