Global Forum on Food Security and Nutrition (FSN Forum)

Re: Pulses are praised for their health, environmental and economic benefits. How can their full potential be tapped?

Good day everyone,

Thanks for this global initiative to promote pulses, and delighted to be part of this group. India is experiencing a sharp increase in the price of various pulses i.e. 100-250% increases during last 15-18 months. As like cereal and vegetable crops, the productivity of pulses are very low because of lack of high yielding varieties/hybrids, poor production practices, ignorance by the policy makers/ Governments, etc. Well known for protein security, soil health and low-water responsive, pulses get less attention by all, especially in India.  

Further, diet diversification with Vegetable Legumes especially garden pea, cowpea, lablab bean and snap bean will certainly suffice the purpose.

Regards,