We’re not talking about your heart here. We’re talking about I Heart Pulse Crops. Well, at least the United Nations has by voting voting to declare 2016 as the “International Year of Pulses.” The American Pulse Association has responded.
“Pulse” is a term describing the edible seeds of several leguminous plants, such as dry beans, dry peas, lentils and chickpeas.
“These are exciting times for the pulse crop industry, both nationally and internationally,” declared Tim McGreevy, CEO of the American Pulse Association. The APA is a partnership between the USA Dry Pea and Lentil Council and the US Dry Bean Council to promote the health, nutrition and sustainability of pulse crops. “Pulses have been a nutritious part of the international diet for centuries. The United States has only just begun to tap into the healthy benefits of these crops,” McGreevy added.
Pulses have steadily increased in popularity as people around the world recognize their appeal as nutritious, versatile foods that can play an essential part in healthy diets.