Research Objective
Project DescriptionOutcomeTakeaway for growers
Introducing new and novel pulse crops into specific regions is necessary to maintain, diversify, and extend cropping rotations, leading to a more robust integrated pest management cropping system. This research aimed to outline the economic and agronomic benefits of growing non-traditional pulse crops, including lupin and fenugreek, for farmers.
Fenugreek and lupin benefit growers, as diversity within pulse crops helps break disease, pest, and weed cycles.
Marketing opportunities for newer pulse crops are still challenging, but diversity in crop rotations is beneficial.