Mungbean: A legume with potential
Mungbean has great potential to provide additional income for farmers and nutritious food for people. This important pulse crop in Asia can be harvested 2 months after sowing, which makes it an ideal fit for fallow periods in rice and wheat production systems.
“Beans with Benefits” begins
A new project to promote mungbean in Uzbekistan and Pakistan. Mungbean contributes to soil fertility, has potential for income generation, and is rich in protein, minerals and vitamins.