Barnyard Millet, scientifically known as Echinochloa frumentacea, is a small-grained, gluten-free cereal that has been cultivated for centuries, particularly in India, China, and Japan. It is one of the lesser-known millets but is highly valued for its nutritional benefits, quick cooking time, and adaptability to poor soil conditions. Barnyard millet is often referred to as Sanwa in Hindi and Kuthiraivali in Tamil.