Panamanian grain

Pigeon pea

Cajanus cajan

Gallery of Panamanian pigeon pea cultivation and presentation.

Technical sheet

Also called pigeon pea, a traditional grain of major culinary importance, especially present in Veraguas, Darién and Chiriquí.

Varieties: Seis Granos, Chogorro, Guabita, Naranjal Corto, Nata, Dwarf, San Carlos Oloroso, Pintado Los Limones, Tres Mesinos and Sopero.

Export quality: uniform, clean, sound and free from insects, impurities and damage, with grading, moisture control, packaging and traceability.

Innovation: ecological disease management, high-yield selection and freezing to preserve flavor and aroma.