Proximate Analysis and Elementary Composition of Different Species of Millet.
Student: Rebecca Eneobong (Project, 2025)
Department of Applied Chemistry
Kaduna Polytechnic, Kaduna
Abstract
This study investigates the proximate composition and elemental constituents of different species of millet commonly cultivated and consumed in Nigeria. The research aims to evaluate the nutritional variations among millet species, focusing on parameters such as moisture, crude protein, crude fat, crude fiber, ash, and carbohydrate contents, as well as essential mineral elements including calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, and zinc. Standard analytical methods were used for the proximate and mineral analysis. Results revealed notable differences in nutrient composition among the millet species, indicating that environmental factors, genetic diversity, and soil conditions significantly influence their nutritional quality. The findings highlight millet’s potential as a nutrient-dense cereal suitable for improving food security, dietary diversification, and sustainable agriculture in developing countries.
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- Sokoto State University, Sokoto, Sokoto State 42
- St. Albert The Great Major Seminary, Abeokuta. (affl. To University of Benin) 1
- Sule Lamido University, Kafin Hausa, Jigawa State 4
- Tai Solarin University of Education, Ijagun, Ogun State 18
- Tansian University, Oba, Anambra State 1
- Taraba State University, Jalingo, Taraba State 32
- Temple-Gate Polytechnic, Osisioma, Abia State 1
- The Oke-Ogun Polytechnic, Saki, Oyo State 6
- The Polytechnic, Ibadan, Oyo State 13
- THOMAS ADEWUMI UNIVERSITY, OKO-IRESE, KWARA STATE 1