Increased nutritional value in the food systems through value chain addition

By 2030, we commit to increasing the production, promotion, and consumption of nutrient-dense sorghum and millet to address malnutrition and non-communicable diseases (NCDs). These climate-resilient grains are rich in protein, fiber, iron, and zinc, making them ideal for improving dietary quality and public health outcomes.

Through this commitment, we will:

Reduce Stunting in Children Under 5 Years of Age

Increase the availability of fortified sorghum and millet-based complementary foods for children aged 6-23 months.

Implement school feeding programs incorporating millet and sorghum to enhance micronutrient intake among children in at-risk regions.

Collaborate with health agencies to promote community-level nutrition education on the benefits of these grains.

Target a 10% reduction in stunting prevalence in intervention areas by 2030.

Reduce Wasting in Children Under 5 Years of Age

Develop and distribute Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Foods (RUTF) and supplementary feeding programs utilizing millet and sorghum.

Work with local farmers and food processors to ensure affordable, nutrient-rich products reach vulnerable communities.

Set a goal to reduce the prevalence of wasting by 8% in targeted regions within five years.

Halt the Rise in Adult Obesity

Promote the substitution of refined grains with high-fiber sorghum and millet to improve satiety and metabolic health.

Support food industries in developing whole-grain millet and sorghum-based products, including breads, porridges, and snacks.

Conduct national awareness campaigns to encourage healthier diets, aiming for a 5% increase in whole grain consumption by 2028.

Halt the Rise in Adult Diabetes

Encourage the consumption of sorghum and millet as low-glycemic index (GI) grains to regulate blood sugar levels.

Work with public health bodies to integrate these grains into dietary guidelines and diabetes prevention programs.

Ensure that by 2030, at least 20% of staple grain consumption in targeted populations comes from sorghum and millet.

This commitment will be implemented through partnerships with governments, research institutions, food producers, and local communities. Progress will be monitored through national health surveys, market data, and program evaluations, ensuring accountability and impact.