It doesn’t take a scientist to tell you that black-eyed peas are a delicious source of protein for a healthy diet. But they have shown us that black-eyed peas (also called cowpeas) are great for the environment, too. Black-eyed peas are among a group of legumes that are used on farms as cover crops, which have many benefits, including:
•Controlling plant diseases
•Attracting beneficial insects to plants
•Preventing soil erosion
•Capturing nitrogen from the atmosphere and absorbing it in their roots, revitalizing the soil when they decompose
All of these things, along with precise crop rotation, increase crop yields in the short term, and also increase land sustainability in the long run. This benefits everyone: farmers, consumers, and our planet Earth!
Grandma Maud’ Black-eyed Peas Bean Meals is in agreement with Mother Nature: black-eyed peas are a smart choice for healthy bodies and a healthy planet!
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