VALPRO Path aims to create a new value chain by intersecting different plant protein crops, specifically pea and faba bean. This approach will stabilize yield loss potential and improve the functionality of the final mixed protein system through Innovation Production System 3. The project will identify suitable varieties and blends of pea and faba bean to support synchronous harvesting, thereby enhancing crop yield and functionality during food production. The focus will be on intercropping management and the development of milling flours to improve the texture and sensory profiles of bakery products.Integrating various plant protein crops through intersecting strategies presents a multifaceted approach to bolstering plant protein production. By combining different crops, farmers can diversify nutrient profiles, enhance resilience to environmental stress, improve soil health, optimize resource allocation, reduce dependency on synthetic inputs, explore market diversification, and stimulate innovation in agricultural practices and research.
