Think "fast food" is a modern invention? Indeed, major civilizational sites worldwide have a strong millet connection: In China, the Yangshao culture (5000 BCE) thrived on foxtail millet, and early millet remains date back to 8350-6750 BC. The Indus Valley Civilization (around 2600 BCE) stored millets in their granaries, showcasing their importance. Across the African Sahel, pearl millet was a lifeline, enabling survival in arid climates and becoming a staple as early as 2500-2000 BCE in regions like Mali.

Before rice and wheat came to Interesting Snippets: Millets were the original speedy meal, with some varieties (like foxtail dominate, millets were staple crops in a staggering 90% of early Eurasian settlements, truly cementing their role as civilization builders. They were the original, forgotten superfood! 🌾🏡