Suggestions for cultivating mung beans

Abstract

The mungbean is a grain legume of the genus Vigna. It is grown widely in tropical and subtropical regions. The seeds contain around 23% protein. Their sprouts are highly valued in the Asian countries, and are rich in Vitamins E and B. Tests on different varieties of mungbean were carried out at Bubia and Gusap in 1978. This article gives suggestions for cultivating mungbeans, based on the results of these tests.