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Iron-rich climbing beans released by Rwanda

Anemia due to deficiency of iron in the diets of the poor is widespread in Africa, especially in women and children. New high-iron bean varieties released in the zone of highest bean consumption in the world are poised for major impact on human health.

Groundnut

Groundnut is the number one grain legume in terms of market value and area planted by poor smallholders in the developing world. It is especially high in oil and protein, which are deficient in the diets of the poor. New varieties increase yields subst…

Chickpea

Chickpea is nutritious and in worldwide demand. ICRISAT breeding has extended the range of chickpea varieties into hotter, drier environments and end-of-season cropping niches. These innovations have triggered market-oriented development in Ethiopia an…