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Abstract
The purpose of the research paper is to characterize biological diversity related to
millets in the semi-arid regions of India at various spatial scales of analysis (e.g., farm
household versus community levels) and place that evidence in a broader seed
systems (includes both formal and informal) context. An important finding of this
research is that producer access to millet genetic resources is affected by the extent to
which seed is traded via formal markets or through other social institutions, along
with farm and household characteristics. Findings also underscore the need for an
enhanced theoretical understanding of local seed markets in analyzing crop variety
choices and the diversity of materials grown in less favored environments.