These Are Our
Pulses
Green Mung
Mung bean is known locally as “Masho”. It is a recent introduction in the Ethiopian pulse production and grown in few areas of the country. The volume of production is also very small and it is concentrated mainly in North Shewa and South Wollo zones of Amhara region and in some woredas of Beneshalgul Gumuz region.


SOYA BEAN
The Main Soya Bean Producing Areas Are In The Western Part Of The Country,In Oromia And Benishangul Gumuz,And In Amhara Region.These Areas Are Said To Have Vast Fertile Land And A Favorable Agro-Climate Suited To Growing Soyabeans
Chick peas
locally known as Shimbra, is one of the major pulse crops in Ethiopia. According to CSA data (June 2015/16), the total production of Chickpea in 2009 E.C was 444,146 tons. Of this total production volume, approximately 25% is brought into the market as a surplus volume. The two major regions, Amhara and Oromia, make up more than 90% of the total supply of chickpeas followed by Tigray and SNNP. Though the local market classifies chickpeas into different categories using color, shape and origin of chickpea, the most common type of chickpea known by origin at Messalema market include: Gondar, Gojjam, Ade’a, Wolonkomy, and Becho. In general, chickpea production by type consists of 70% Desi and the rest 30% is Kabuli type chickpea.

Red kidney bean
Kidney beans are an excellent plant-based source of protein. They’re also rich in various minerals, vitamins, fibers, antioxidants, and other unique plant compounds. Therefore, these beans may aid weight loss, promote colon health, and moderate blood sugar levels. REDUCED RISK OF HEART DISEASE: Eating legumes four times a week or more, compared to less than once a week, confers a 22 percent lower risk of coronary heart disease. Research also shows that legumes lower blood pressure and that a single serving of beans a day can reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol by 5 percent!

Maize
In the past century, maize has gained increasing importance as a major food source within Africa. As one of the most important grains in the world, maize serves as basic raw material for the production of starch, oil and protein, alcoholic beverages and food sweeteners
Health Benefits of Corn
- Reduces the risk of Anemia. Corn is rich is in Vitamin B12, folic acid and iron which helps in the production of red blood cells in the body. …
- Energy Enhancer. …
- Miracle for those underweight. …
- Lowers Blood Sugar & Cholesterol Level. …
- Helpful during Pregnancy. …
- Preserve Healthy Skin.
