Split Green Peas
- Protein: 25g
- Fiber: 25g
- Iron: 4 mg
- Calories: 345
Crisis-Resilient Commodities for Global Nutrition
As the humanitarian landscape demands rigorous efficiency, US-grown pulses and beans deliver shelf-stable, nutrient-dense products built to satisfy the most demanding international procurement standards.
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Diverse Deployment Strategies For Programmatic Needs
Application Pathways
Advancing RUTF/RUSF Formulation
Pulse-based formulations offer high-performance substitutes for traditional pastes, providing cost-effective and allergy-friendly alternatives in US-origin pipelines.
UNICEF Spec (2023)
UNICEF released formal product specs for chickpea-based RUTF in 2023.
Check Specs HereScale & Stability For Implementers
For institutional and school feeding, pulses serve as the cornerstone of daily ration planning, offering logistical resilience in austere environments.
Ration
15g protein/cup
Stability
No cold chain
MRE & Emergency Applications
Highly effective components in ready-to-eat and shelf-stable meal systems for emergency response and peacekeeping operations.
Operational Advantages
- Long life without refrigeration
- Resistant to environmental stress
- Supports sustained energy/recovery
Use Cases
- Refugee displacement settings
- Field and peacekeeping operations
- Pre-cooked meal packs & kits
The Efficiency Mandate
Maximizing Impact
Logistical Resilience
- Shelf life of 2–3+ years when properly stored
- No cold chain required
- Durable during long-distance transport
- Suitable for remote and hard-to-reach environments
- Low storage requirements and reduced spoilage risk
Cost Efficiency
- High nutrient density per shipment
- Lower cost per gram of protein compared to many alternatives
- Reduced fuel costs due to faster cooking varieties (lentils, split peas)
- More servings per metric ton
- Lower transport and storage costs due to shelf stability
Ethical Alignment
- 100% US-grown commodities
- Non-GMO production
- Produced by multigenerational family farms
- Transparent and traceable supply chains
- Supports sustainable agricultural practices
Nutritional Gains
- High-quality plant-based protein
- Rich in dietary fiber for digestive health
- Provides essential micronutrients such as iron and folate
- Supports growth, recovery, and long-term health outcomes
- Complements grain-based diets to form complete proteins
”Pulses offer the highest nutrient density per shipping container and the lowest cost per gram of protein compared to any other commodity.”
Procurement Efficiency Metric
”Pulses (legumes) and beans are cited across the World Health Organization (WHO) and national dietary guidelines as recommended foundation foods of a nutritious, healthy diet, essential for addressing global malnutrition.”
Global Public Health Standards
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Red Kidney Beans (dark & light)
- Protein: 24g
- Fiber: 11g
- Iron: 5.5 mg
- Calories: 340
Columbia Green Peas
- Protein: 24.5g
- Fiber: 25.5g
- Iron: 4.4 mg
- Calories: 356
Chickpeas
- Protein: 19g
- Fiber: 17g
- Iron: 6 mg
- Calories: 364
Yellow Peas
- Protein: 24g
- Fiber: 25.5g
- Iron: 4.4 mg
- Calories: 356
Split Yellow Peas
- Protein: 24g
- Fiber: 25g
- Iron: 4.5 mg
- Calories: 340
Decorticated Crimson Lentils
- Protein: 24.5g
- Fiber: 11g
- Iron: 7 mg
- Calories: 340
Cruiser Green Peas
- Protein: 24.5g
- Fiber: 25.5g
- Iron: 4.4 mg
- Calories: 356
Winter Dry Peas
- Protein: 24.5g
- Fiber: 25.5g
- Iron: 4.4 mg
- Calories: 356
Regular Green Lentils
- Protein: 24g
- Fiber: 12g
- Iron: 6.5 mg
- Calories: 353
Richlea Lentils
- Protein: 24g
- Fiber: 12g
- Iron: 6.5 mg
- Calories: 353
Eston Lentils
- Protein: 24.4g
- Fiber: 20.2g
- Iron: 7 mg
- Calories: 310
Crimson Lentils
- Protein: 24.5g
- Fiber: 11.3g
- Iron: 7.5 mg
- Calories: 358
Red Chief Lentils
- Protein: 24g
- Fiber: 11g
- Iron: 7 mg
- Calories: 340
Pardina Lentils
- Protein: 25g
- Fiber: 17g
- Iron: 6.5 mg
- Calories: 334
Adzuki Beans
- Protein: 20g
- Fiber: 13g
- Iron: 5 mg
- Calories: 320
Black Beans
- Protein: 21g
- Fiber: 16g
- Iron: 8.7 mg
- Calories: 339
Blackeye Beans
- Protein: 22g
- Fiber: 19g
- Iron: 6 mg
- Calories: 330
Cranberry Beans
- Protein: 23g
- Fiber: 24.7g
- Iron: 6.3 mg
- Calories: 335
Great Northern Beans
- Protein: 21.9g
- Fiber: 22g
- Iron: 6.4 mg
- Calories: 339
White Kidney Beans
- Protein: 23.4g
- Fiber: 24.4g
- Iron: 6.7 mg
- Calories: 333
Baby Lima Beans
- Protein: 21.5g
- Fiber: 19g
- Iron: 7.5 mg
- Calories: 338
Large Lima Beans
- Protein: 21.5g
- Fiber: 19g
- Iron: 7.5 mg
- Calories: 338
Navy (Pea) Beans
- Protein: 22g
- Fiber: 19g
- Iron: 6 mg
- Calories: 340
Pink Beans
- Protein: 21g
- Fiber: 13g
- Iron: 6.8 mg
- Calories: 343
Pinto Beans
- Protein: 21g
- Fiber: 15g
- Iron: 5 mg
- Calories: 350
Small Red Beans
- Protein: 22.5g
- Fiber: 15.1g
- Iron: 6.7 mg
- Calories: 337
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The USA Pulses Africa Hub is the local representative brand of USA Pulses on the continent. We serve as the central coordination point for any needs from any country across the continent, connecting officers with direct supplier networks.
Direct procurement line: usa.pulses@lixcap.com