Why pulses?


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Pulses are nutrient-dense, versatile ingredients rich in protein, fibre, vitamins, and minerals. As a plant-based protein, they are essential components of vegan and vegetarian diets, and their protein quality is further enhanced when combined with cereals. Beyond their nutritional value and suitability for diverse dietary preferences, their cultivation is also environment friendly. This is because pulses require less water than other protein sources, reduce the need for synthetic nitrogen fertilizers and help increase soil organic carbon, resulting therefore in both a low environmental footprint and contribution to environmental sustainability.



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