Pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan) is an edible legume that is capable of fixing atrophic nitrogen in association with Rhizobium bacteria. Pigeon pea biomass, when incoporated into the soil improves its fertility and condition. Its grain is good source of dietary protein for family and can be sold for cash while the dry stems make good fuelwood.
Pigeon pea originates from India as more than 77 % of the world pigeon pea is produced and consumed in India where it is a key crop for food and nutritional security of the people. Pigeon peas are also commonly grown in African region such as Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Nigeria, Mozambique, Malawi and Sudan and contributes about 21% of global production
In Sudan Pigeon peas is cultivated in New Halfa area, Gadaref, Al Gazera and small areas of Kordofan and South Sudan, where it is sometimes known as the Congo pea or Gunga pea.
Dry seeds of Pigeon pea are harvested when the pods are fully ripe and have turned yellow but before the pods start shatter. Nearly mature pods continue to ripen even after plants are cut, but very dry pods shatter and heavy losses occur when plants are cut.
Price : INR 75.00 / Kilogram Business Type : Manufacturer, Exporter, Supplier Product Details Packaging Type : Plastic Packet, Jute Sacks Usage : Cooking Specialities : Rich In Taste, Long Shelf Life Cultivation Type : Natural Shelf Life : 1 Year Color : Yellow Country of Origin : India Preferred Buyer From Location : All Countries Except India
The pigeon peas (Cajanuscajan), alternatively known as Angola Pea, Gungo Pea, Congo-Pea, Pigeon-Pea, No Eye Pea, Red Gram, Yellow Dhal, Puerto Rico Pea, is a plant species in the legume family of the widely cultivated genus CajanusAdans. Four varieties of pigeon peas are: tree types, tall varieties, dwarf varieties and smaller bushes. Pigeon peas are one of the most important food legume crops which grow in the tropical and subtropical climates. It is a drought tolerant and warm weather crop. It was domesticated in India 3,500 years ago. The seeds are used as grains in Africa, Asia and Latin America. It was grown for thousands of years in India. Around 2,000 BC, pigeon pea was developed in East Africa which was then brought to the America. Today pigeon pea is grown widely throughout the world in tropical and subtropical regions. Toor Whole varieties are Lemon, Sagaing, Linkhay, Red & White, Mahlaing Shwephalar ) Properties Values / Limits Foreign Matter Max. 1% Weevilled Max. 3.0% Broken Max. 2.0% Damage Max. 3% Foriegn beans Max. 0.5% Common Packing For Container Shipment Products Packing Container Pigeon peas 25KG / 50 Kg PP Bags Loaded in 20' FCL or 40' FCL
Product Type : PEAS Style: Dried Drying Process : AD Cultivation Type : COMMON Packaging : Bulk, PP Bag Weight (kg) : 50 Shelf Life : 24 WHAT IS PIGEON PEA? Source of protein for the population of subcontinent. Pigeon pea is an important legume crop of rainfed agriculture in the semiarid tropics. The Indian subcontinent, eastern Africa, and Central America, in that order, are the world's three main pigeon pea-producing regions. Pigeon peas are cultivated in more than 25 tropical and subtropical countries, either as a sole crop or intermixed with cereals, such as sorghum (Sorghum bicolor), pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum), or maize (Zea mays), or with other legumes, such as peanuts (Arachis hypogaea). Being a legume capable of symbiosis with Rhizobia, the bacteria associated with the pigeon pea enrich soils through symbiotic nitrogen fixation. TYPES WE OFFER? Best Pigeon pea supplier in SUDAN Proin gravida nibh vel velit auctor aliquet. Aenean sollicitudin, lorem quis bibendum auctor, nisi elit consequat ipsum, nec sagittis sem nibh id elit. Duis sed odio sit amet nibh vulputate cursus a sit amet mauris. Morbi accumsan. SOURCE OF PIGEON PEA Africa produces about 21% of global production. Pigeon peas in numbers: Is estimated at 4.98 million MT of world production. The total number of hectares grown to pigeon pea is estimated at 5.4 million. India accounts for 72% of the area grown to pigeon pea or 3.9 million hectares.
(Arhar / Toor / Red Gram)
About the product: A yellow-colored lentil that is flat on one side and oblong in form, it is commonly used in Indian cuisine. Arhar dal or split toor (tuvar) dal are two frequent names for pigeon pea. Its origins may be traced back to the eastern section of peninsular India. It serves as both a meal and a cover crop. It is ususally served with a hot bowl of rice. It has a nutty, mild taste. They were first farmed 3500 years ago, and now, over 4.3 million pounds of pigeon peas are produced each worldwide, with India accounting for 82%. Nutritional Value: Pigeon Peas is extremely nutritious since it is high in proteins and amino acids. Theyâ??re also a good source of vitamin C. It has a high dietary fibre content and is cholesterol-free. They also contain thiamine, magnesium, phosphorous, potassium, copper and manganese, it also provides an adequate amount of iron and selenium. Health Benefits: Its high carbohydrate content aids in maintaining a healthy blood sugar level while also providing energy. Some of the health benefits of Pigeon Peas are: Maintains blood pressure Prevents anemia Aids weight loss Helps to boost energy Promotes a health heart Improves digestive health