Events and outreach

Hundreds of activities and events are being organized worldwide to promote the International Year of Millets. Click on the map below to find an activity or event near you.

Whether you’re an NGO, journalist, government, city, civil society or research and development organization, or an individual, take advantage of this opportunity to call for action!

Plan a #IYM2023 event online or in person, or spread the word on your channels, and let us know if you need our help. We can provide you with a range of promotional materials in several languages – from posters to designs for branded merchandise, videos and event banners. Remember to upload your event to the map and create a free dedicated event page by completing the form below.

Gering (United States)

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International Millets Conference

01/08/2023 - 03/08/2023

Promoting Millets through Interdisciplinary Research: New Varieties and New Markets for a better Tomorrow!

Visakhapatnam (India)

EAT RIGHT INDIA - WALKATHON & MILLET MELA

29/07/2023

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is the Apex Food Regulator of India and a Statutory Organization under the Ministry of Health...

Mumbai (India)

पृथ्वी चे शेतकरी | Pruthvi Che Shetkari

27/07/2023

पृथ्वी चे शेतकरी - A first-of-its-kind Marathi musical play performed and crafted by 20+ talented artists and award-winning theatre makers is presented...

Hybrid Event

100 Recetas nutri-mijo para combatir la desnutrición

25/07/2023

The Ambassador of India in Peru, Mr. Vishvas Sapkal will launch the 100 Recetas nutri-mijo, a recipe book on millet to combat malnutrition...

Chiyoda City (Japan)

MottECO FESTA 2023

24/07/2023

(1) Tasting of “Mottainai” menu and millets dishes, celebrating the International Year of Millets.

(2) Lectures and Discussions on Food...

Berlin (Germany)

The Humboldt University of Berlin and the Ensemble Salon Fähig celebrate the International Year of Millets

20/07/2023

The Humboldt University of Berlin (Judith Henze and Marcel Robischon) and the Ensemble Salon Fähig (Ines Theileis, Philip Mosebach and Milorad...

Hybrid Event, New Delhi (India)

Wholsum Foods' Impact Report

19/07/2023

Wholsum Foods' Impact Report represents the first step in a long term vision - for 2033 and beyond, and a collective journey to a healthy, equitable,...

Hybrid Event, Lagos (Nigeria)

AQAN FORUM 3.0 (Agricultural Value Chains Dialogue Series)

12/07/2023 - 13/07/2023

AQAN Forum is a premier Strategies forum transforming the future of agricultural markets and value chain development. The Forum is the brainchild...

Virtual Event

Second Webinar of the IYM Global Webinar Series ''Historical aspects of millets''

11/07/2023

Join this webinar to learn more about the historical, anthropological, archaeological aspects of millets and their evolving heritage today!

Hybrid Event, Abuja (Nigeria)

Inaugural Seminar Celebrating the International Year of Millets in Abuja, Nigeria

11/07/2023

Highlighting the potential of millets to improve food security and nutrition, promote sustainable agricultural practices,...

Grand Island (United States)

2023 North American Sorghum and Millets Culinary Experience

10/07/2023 - 13/07/2023

This event features cooking demonstrations and research presentations in regard to health impacts of sorghum and millets in human diets.

Hybrid Event, Gunupur (India)

International Conference on Millets for Sustainable Society

08/07/2023

In order to celebrate the International Year of Millets, GIET University organized...

Virtual Event

Webinar: Sustainability of Millet (with recipes!)

07/07/2023

This webinar will review the sustainability aspects of growing millet, including the reduced need for inputs (e.g., water, fertilizer, pesticides),...

南投縣 (台灣)

Taipei Botanical Garden Hosts 2023 International Millet Year Exhibition in Collaboration with Kalibuan Village's Bunun Tribe

06/07/2023 - 09/09/2023

The Taipei Botanical Garden, Forestry Research Institute is proudly at the forefront of the International Millet Year celebrations, marked by a special...

Dehradun (India)

International Conference on Millets

04/07/2023 - 05/07/2023

This international conference will offer a venue for scientists, academics, and industry professionals to network and exchange knowledge about millets....

Dehradun (India)

International Scientific Conference on Millets

04/07/2023 - 05/07/2023

Millets: For Sustainable Food System and Climate Adaptation

Hybrid Event, (Peru)

Students prepare innovative foods enriched with millets in Peru

27/06/2023

The students of the Nutrition and Dietetics course of the Universidad Privada del Norte, Lima Sur (UPN) elaborated innovative foods enriched with...

Virtual Event

PM Modi joins Grammy-winning singer Falu for a special song on benefits of millets

17/06/2023

The 'Abundance in Millets' song, performed by Mumbai-born singer-songwriter...

Virtual Event

''Unlocking the Power of Diversity'': The Role of Sorghum and Millets Genetic Resources in Sustainable Agriculture

14/06/2023

Virtual Event

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Unlocking the Power of Diversity: The Role of Sorghum and Millets Genetic Resources in Sustainable Agriculture

14/06/2023

On the occasion of the International Year of Millets 2023, the Secretariat of FAO’s International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and...

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Events and outreach activities

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01/08/2023 - 03/08/2023

29/07/2023

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20/07/2023

19/07/2023

12/07/2023 - 13/07/2023

11/07/2023

11/07/2023

10/07/2023 - 13/07/2023

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06/07/2023 - 09/09/2023

04/07/2023 - 05/07/2023

04/07/2023 - 05/07/2023

27/06/2023

17/06/2023

14/06/2023

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14/06/2023

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