Red gram

(Hindi: toor dal; Tamil: Civappu ; Telugu: kandulu;Kannada: Kempu;Malayalam: cuvanna)

Red gram is an important pulse crop in India which is also known as Pigeonpea or Arhar or Tur. Red gram is mainly cultivated and consumed in developing countries of the world. This crop is widely grown in India. India is the largest producer and consumer of Red gram in the world. Pod borer is the major insect pest in redgram which causes major loses and Dow AgroSciences provides one of the best solution, 'Tracer', for pod borer control.

Benefits of Red Gram:

• Toor dal contains all nutrients which our body needs regularly like carbohydrates, protein, fiber, and calcium. Protein helps to grow muscles and gives strength to our body.
• It has folic acid that is very helpful for pregnant women for fetal development.
• High fiber content. So no constipation and controls many chronic diseases.
• Rich with carbohydrates gives a lot of energy.

Green gram

(Hindi: hara chana; Tamil: paccai ; Telugu: pesarlu;Kannada: Hasiru;Malayalam: paccea)

The green gram is a small, round olive green bean with a sweet flavor and soft texture. The mung or moong bean is the seed of Vigna radiata, belonging to the Indian subcontinent. These are commonly used in South-Asian cuisine. They are yellow in color once the skins are removed. It is a rich source of low-fat protein, has a wide amino acid profile and contains no trans or saturated fats. It digests slowly and gradually releasing sugar into the blood and helps maintain the blood sugar level.

Benefits of Foxtail Millets

• Good for Heart
• Fights with Diabetes
• Gluten Free
• High in Antioxidant
• Prevents Cancer
• High in Calcium content
• Weight loss
• Lowering blood Cholesterol

Black gram

(Hindi: kaala chana; Tamil:karuppu ; Telugu: minumulu ;Kannada: Kappu;Malayalam: Karutta)

Black gram originated in India, where it has been in cultivation from ancient times. The coastal Andhra region in Andhra Pradesh is famous for black gram after paddy. It is a good source of Protein, Fibre, Calcium, Phosphorous, Iron. it is an important element for good health.

Benefits of Black Gram:

• It improves Digestion
• Boosts bone Mineral density
• Good for skin and Heart
• Reduces pain and boosts energy
• Good for Diabetics
• It is a Diuretic

Bengal gram

(Hindi: chana dal; Tamil: Kadalai paruppu; Telugu: sanagalu; Kannada: KadaleBhele; Malayalam: Kadala parippu)

Whole Bengal gram or kala chana is a variety of chickpeas that is used in many cuisines all over the world. But it is most commonly used in India. They are small, dark brown in color and very rich in protein. From sprouted grams till maturity, they are eaten in all stages of their growth. They contain good amount of iron, sodium, selenium and small amount of copper zinc and manganese. They are also a very good source of folic acid and fiber and contain phytochemicals called saponins, which can act as antioxidants.

Benefits of Bengal Gram

• Packed with Nutrients
• Help Keep your Appetite under control
• Rich in plant based protein
• Help Manage your weight
• Support Blood Sugar Control
• Benefit Digestion