Legumes
‘Seed under siege’
The livelihoods of Africa’s 500 million small-scale farmers depend on seed for grains, legumes, and vegetables. Seed is also at the heart of the numerous cultures in Africa. “Seed is under siege,” says Rachel Wynberg, a professor at the Department of Environmental and Geographical Science at the University of[...]
Food for Africa: Legumes
Beans, including common beans that are eaten fresh, and the seeds of other legumes that can be dried and stored for later use, are grown and consumed throughout Africa. These African legumes are suitable for planting under difficult environmental conditions, such as drought and high temperatures. Beans are a[...]