Abstract
A simple technique was developed and used to dissect pearl millet [Pennisetum americanum (L.) cv. Leeke] kernels into their anatomical parts. The proportions of the component parts of pearl millet kernels of different seed sizes were determined. The results showed that the germ represented a larger proportion of the kernel weight than in other common cereal grains. Medium-size kernels ( 2240 μm) contained 75·1% endosperm, 17·4% germ and 7·5% bran (pericarp + aleurone). The amount of bran varied with the seed size and type of pericarp. Large kernels (> 2920 urn) had 7·17% bran while small kernels (
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