An international team of researchers has managed to read the whole genome of faba bean, and to put the new genome to immediate use, finding a key gene for seed size, an important food characteristic.

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The British staple beans on toast is in for a makeover. A group of ...

Faba beans have been an excellent source of food protein since pre-historic times, but about 5% of people, mostly from regions where malaria has been endemic and who carry a certain mutation, can't ...

The potential for locally grown faba bean to increase the protein content in store-bought bread is being investigated by researchers in the UK. Is faba bean the greatest thing since sliced bread?

Fava beans are a promising plant-based protein source, but many find their flavor unpleasant. A study conducted at the University of Helsinki investigated the root causes of the flavor issues to help ...

A high-quality reference genome has been generated for the broad bean (also known as the faba or fava bean). The sequence could be used to identify ways to increase yield, improve pest resistance and ...

Faba beans are a useful ingredient across a range of foods, although sensory challenges can harm their uptake. A new study explores consumers’ attitudes to faba beans in different forms. Faba beans ...

Faba bean as meat substitute: research brings solutions to challenges with structure and stomach-friendliness A study carried out at the University of Helsinki demonstrates that less refined faba bean ...