General News of Saturday, 8 February 2025

Source: GNA

World Pulses Day celebrations in Ghana set for February 10

The World Pulse Day falls on Monday, February 10 The World Pulse Day falls on Monday, February 10

This year's World Pulses (Beans) Day will be commemorated in Ghana, highlighting the need to sensitize the public about the significance of the day.

The World Pulse Day which falls on Monday, February 10, 2025, will see experts gather to discuss issues regarding the importance of pulse crops like chickpeas, dry beans and lentils as global foods.

The day set aside by the United Nations would be marked around the world to raise awareness about the nutritional value of pulse groups.

Mr Wise Chukudi Letsa, a Nutritionist and Dietician, will lead the discussion at the workshop and will also be joined by Mr Peter Agbovi, the General Secretary of the National Chefs Association.

The programme will be moderated by Mr Emmanuel Fiagbey.