General Information
Moth Bean also known as Turkish bean or Matki, is important crop of semi-arid and arid regions. It is a multi-purpose crop used as food, fodder and also for green manuring. It is a rich source of dietary fibre and contains 24% of Proteins. Rajasthan is major moth growing state contribute about 86% of area. Other than Rajasthan, it is also cultivated in Gujarat, Haryana, Maharashtra, and on small scale in Punjab, Jammu and Kashmir, Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. In Rajasthan, Churu, Bikaner, Nagaur, Jodhpur, Barmer, Shriganga nagar, Sikar, Jalore and Jaipur are major moth growing areas.