The BEANS Network Takes the Stage: Driving the Mediterranean Pulse Revival!

The CIHEAM is pleased to share the new presentation materials for the BEANS Network (Boosting Legumes and Pulses in the EuroMed Agri-Food Systems). This strategic initiative aims to unlock the power of legumes for a sustainable Mediterranean transformation.

A Large-Scale Regional Mobilization

The operational strength of the BEANS network relies on a highly collaborative approach. Already, 100 leading institutions and experts are connected to drive the Mediterranean pulse revival! The network extends its influence across 17 countries, mobilizing a structured ecosystem.

Strategic Objectives Aligned with Mediterranean Challenges

At the heart of the region's agri-food systems, the network's actions revolve around key fundamental objectives:

• Ensuring rural prosperity and economic growth.
• Enhancing sustainability and resilience in the face of environmental challenges.
• Guaranteeing nutrition and health security for populations.
• Preserving and enhancing the Mediterranean heritage

To achieve these goals, the network bases its approach on knowledge and research, partnership and innovation, collaborative programmes, and awareness and advocacy.

Roadmap and Next Actions

Under the coordination of its Executive Committee Members—ICARDA, IRESA, the CIHEAM, Alliance Bioversity & CIAT, and ENEA—the network unveils its roadmap. The next actions aim to:

• Support R&I (Research and Innovation) funding opportunities.
• Build target capacity at institutional and technical levels.
• Advocate for the cause and engage stakeholders.
• Facilitate the sharing of scientific data and reference publications.

Institutional actors, researchers, and agricultural development partners are invited to join the BEANS Network to contribute to this joint initiative.

For more information and to join the network:

Contact: beans@ciheam.org

Website: https://beans.ciheam.org/