The sweet pea has enormous potential for agriculture and nutrition
The sweet pea (Lathyrus sativus) is an old, almost forgotten cultivated plant. It is resistant to drought and also tolerates high rainfall. As a legume, it fixes nitrogen and can thus reduce the need for fertilizers. When prepared correctly, the sweet pea can also find its place in innovative, healthy cuisine. A research team at Justus Liebig University Giessen (JLU) has, as part of the… Read more »
