by Bede | Jan 10, 2023 | Blog
Thinking of planting cowpea, here are the best farming practices for this legume. Planting Cowpea plants can’t bear the transplantation process, so sow the seeds directly in your selected garden space. You can choose a raised garden bed instead to cultivate the plants...
by Bede | Nov 18, 2021 | Blog
In this article, you will learn how to fight against pests and diseases of cowpeas. Every single phase of cowpeas lures plenty of pests and diseases – insects, worms, wilts and various fungal or bacterial diseases. Cowpea plants come with very attractive crops...
by Bede | Oct 28, 2020 | Blog
Rich in potassium with good amount of calcium, magnesium, phosphorous, Vitamin A and C, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, Vitamin B6, and panthothenic acid, Cowpea is a warm season crop that cannot stand cold weather. Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata), is a food and animal...
by Bede | Jan 7, 2020 | Blog
Cowpea, Vigna unguiculata, is a climbing annual in the family Fabaceae grown for its edible seeds and pods. The cowpea plant is usually erect and possess ribbed stems and smooth trifoliate leaves which are arranged alternately on the stems. The plant produces clusters...
by Bede | Apr 12, 2018 | Blog
Nutritional Value Cowpea is loaded with various types of nutrients. It is rich in fiber, protein, iron, potassium, low in fat and calories. The cup of cowpea possesses 11.1 g fiber, 13.22 g protein, 4.29 mg iron, 475 mg potassium, 0.91 g fat and 198 calories. Along...
