Legumes! These versatile and vital plants have been nourishing humans and animals alike for centuries. From ancient civilizations in Egypt and Asia to modern kitchens and farms, legumes have played a crucial role in providing protein and enriching soils. Our website is dedicated to exploring the fascinating diversity of the legume family, which includes everything from humble peas and beans to majestic trees and vibrant flowers. Whether you're a farmer seeking sustainable crop solutions or a curious home gardener, you'll find a wealth of information here. Dive in and discover how legumes can benefit your diet, your garden, and our planet.
Legumes: Basic Biology
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Legume Choices
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Types of legumes
- Vegetable legumes- green peas, snap beans, fava beans
- Legumes that you can eat the leaves. Fava beans, sun hemp
- Pulses, Dry beans, and Common Beans- dry legumes like dry beans, lentils, chickpeas, dry peas, mung beans, lupines
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Legumes: Why you should be growing them
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- Nitrogen fixation
- Diversification
- Soil carbon
Legumes for nutritional health
The Team
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- Darby
- Eric von Wettberg
- Jeanne Harris
- Plant-based Proteins SMG / FRSC
Publications and References
News & Events
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