Exploratory
Fonio
A small West African cereal that matures quickly on low input land.
Digitaria exilis
Why it interests us
Grain diversity for breakfast and bakery formats.
What is inside
- Starch
- Small grain structure
- Gluten free cereal base
Product pathway
BreakfastFlourBakery blends
Where the work is
Literature and supply review.
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