Hohenheim researchers explore the potential of pulses farming in Europe  [21.06.17]

[Translate to English:] "Painted Pony" dry bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) © Travis K. Witt - Own work

Fewer imports, less fertilizer, more sustainability - there are good reasons for expanding the cultivation of pulses in Europe. Up to the present, the valuable protein-rich plants are cultivated in very few areas. The EU project TRUE with partners from 10 countries wants to change that. 

Researchers from the University of Hohenheim are part of the project. They are examining case studies, finding the economic effects, and ensuring an exchange of knowledge among the project partners. For this work, they are receiving over 540,000 euros from the 5-million-euro project - one of the major research projects at the University of Hohenheim.

More information on the project can be gathered at the open university day at the stand of the Hohenheim Research Center for Global Food Security and Ecosystems (GFE)

Back to Knowledge and Views - national