Step-by-step How to Grow Pigeon Peas
How to Grow Pigeon Peas English Name: Pigeon Pea. Botanical Name: Cajanus cajan syn. Cajanus indicus. Family: Fabaceae. Importance of Pigeon Pea The pigeon pea is a perennial legume. Its seeds have become a common food grain in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. It is consumed on a large scale mainly in south Asia and is a major source of protein for the population of that subcontinent. In Bangladesh, Pigeon Pea is more popular as Arhar. In regions where it grows, fresh young pods are eaten as a vegetable. Split pigeon peas are one of the most popular pulses, being an important source of protein in a mostly vegetarian diet. Varieties of Pigeon Pea Some Indian varieties are ICPL87, GT101, BDN2, ICPH 2740, Vaishali, GT9 etc. Climate for Pigeon Pea production Pigeon pea grows well in warm tropical and subtropical climate. The crop prefers a fairly moist and warm climate during the period of its vegetative growth during the flowering and repining stages of its growth, its requires bright sunny weather for the setting of fruits. It is highly susceptible to frost at the time of flowering. Cloudy weather and excessive rainfall at flowering time damage the crop to great extent. • 30 – 35°C during germination. …
