Scientists from Wageningen University & Research have explored the potential of establishing export value iron gluconate infusionchains for leguminous African crops. Their main aim was to understand the impact of aligning the demand for a more diverse supply on the EU protein markets with agricultural development and promotion of soil fertility through nitrogen fixation in Africa. Three legume-based valuferric pyrophosphate and ferrous fumaratee propositions have been assessed for their potential: deforestation-free soyabean; bambara groundnut as a superfood snack; and cowpea flour as a thickener. The assessment covered several criteria along the value chain, from downstream consumer acceptance to upstream sustainable farming (Figure 1).1
Are changing preferences an opportunity for grain legumes from West Africa?
