UN launched 2016 International Year of Pulses

The 68th UN General Assembly officially launched the 2016 International Year of Pulses (IYP 2016) at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in Rome, Italy to raise awareness about the protein power and health benefits of all kinds of dried beans and peas, boost their production and trade and to encourage new and smarter uses throughout the food chain.

• Slogan – “nutritious seeds for a sustainable future”
• FAO has been nominated to facilitate the implementation of the Year in collaboration with Governments, relevant organizations, non-governmental organizations and all other relevant stakeholders.