LeguNet

As part of the nationwide protein crop strategy, LeguNet continues the work of three networks on pea/bean, lupin and soya and pools knowledge of all grain legumes. Crops that are rarely cultivated in Germany, such as chickpeas and lentils, are also integrated into the network, because climate change is increasing their potential of cultivation. LeguNet aims to enhance the degree of self-sufficiency with grain legumes in Germany.

Project consortium

This project is coordinated by Hessen Department of Agricultural Affairs (LLH). The partners are:

Project description

• Pointing out the numerous possibilities for utilisation
• Networking within the sector and developing new sales markets
• Supporting innovations in the feed and food sector
• Promoting the transfer of knowledge regarding cultivation and utilisation
• Connecting to research and development projects of the nationwide protein crop strategy.

Existing knowledge and knowledge acquired in the project is collected, compiled, and processed to make it available to all interested parties. LeguNet puts the advantages of domestic protein sources of food and feed in a nutshell. So far, most processed goods in the growing feed and food market are imported. Experts from LeguNet want to change this, incorporating both conventional and organic farming methods.

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