http://www.fao.org/pulses-2016/en/ The International Year 2016 is a great opportunity to raise awareness of the benefits of pulses as the world embarks on efforts to achieve the newly adopted Sustainable Development Goals. The Year’s theme -- “nutritious seeds for a sustainable future” -- highlights the contribution pulses can make. © FAO: http://www.fao.org

1. Message from United Nations
Secretary-General Ban-Ki moon

2. “Pulses can contribute significantly in
addressing hunger, food security,
malnutrition, environmental challenges
and human health.”

3. “Despite strong evidence of the health
and nutritional benefits of pulses,
consumption remains low in many
developing and developed countries.”

4. “Much work needs to be done to end
hunger and provide food security and
nutrition for all. One concrete,
promising opportunity lies with pulses.”

5. “Let us promote commitment and
concrete action by all relevant actors
[…] and make the International Year of
Pulses 2016 a success.”