History today - Import export

People have been growing and eating legumes for a long time, as evidenced by archaeological finds from Mexico and South America. Growing beans is part of human culture and history. In ancient Egypt, beans were revered not only as food, but also as a symbol. The popularity of the plant grew unstoppably over time: through Indian traders, it was introduced to parts of South and Central America suitable for cultivation, from where it came to Africa and later to Asia, which also has a long history of bean consumption. Today, India and China are among the largest bean growing countries. The plant reached Hungary in the 16th century and its popularity has been unbroken ever since. Purple salad beans are a particularly popular choice, loved by both young and old. Legumes, including beans, are also very nutritious: they contain proteins, carbohydrates and fats. They also have multiple healing properties.