Derah

/ˈdɛrə/ noun

Definition

An alternative spelling of 'durra,' a type of grain sorghum cultivated for food and fodder.

Etymology

From Arabic 'dura' or 'durra'. This is a variant spelling of the more common 'durra,' referring to a drought-resistant grain crop important in African and Middle Eastern agriculture.

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Derah/durra is a crop that could be a major solution to climate change and food security—it's incredibly drought-resistant and has fed millions, yet most people have never heard of it!

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