Analysis and Use of Melghat Honey and Kutki

The study includes analysis of two local products i.e. honey and Kutki (little millet) from a forest region of Melghat of Amravati district of the State of Maharashtra, India. Wild honey samples from four different locations of the region are analyzed for their nutritional, chemical, and physical properties. Phytochemical screening and antimicrobial activities of the honey samples are also carried out. Kutki (little millet), a local crop of the tribal people is analyzed for its nutritional, physical, chemical and functional properties. Honey and Kutki are then utilized for the value added product development. Ladoo and Kheer, the traditional Indian products are prepared from honey and Kutki and the quality is checked by means of sensory evaluation technique. The region is suffering from the issue of malnutrition. The work may be found useful for the welfare of the region and local people.