Short-cycle crops belonging to the Fabaceae or Leguminosae family, typically grown on large plots of land, where their high-protein grains are marketed. Generally for direct consumption (they do not undergo agro-industrial processing). Their leaves are compound, with clustered flowers, and their fruit is pod-shaped.
Through their ability to fix atmospheric nitrogen and solubilize phosphorus, legumes naturally contribute to enriching soils with nutrients, increasing crop yields.
Most legumes have a great capacity to adapt to diverse climate and soil conditions. They are drought-resistant and well adapted to the agroclimatic conditions of dry Mediterranean and continental climates, although they appreciate cool soils, which result in higher yields.
