Archaeological survey at Gnith reveals new details about pearl millet's westward expansion
Why it matters: This finding redefines the timeline for pearl millet's westward expansion in prehistoric West Africa.
- A study published in Azania: Archaeological Research in Africa reveals new insights into the westward spread of pearl millet agriculture.
- A recent survey documented the earliest known occurrence of pearl millet in the Lac de Guiers basin of Northern Senegal, dating to around AD 200.
A new archaeological survey in Northern Senegal has pinpointed the earliest known westward expansion of pearl millet agriculture to the Lac de Guiers basin around AD 200. Published in Azania: Archaeological Research in Africa, this study provides crucial details on the prehistoric spread of this vital crop across West Africa.
