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Fiskeby Soybean (Glycine max ‘Fiskeby’): Bred by the late Dr. Sven Holmberg in Fiskeby, Norrköpping, Sweden. Use fresh or dried. Highly nutritious—up to 40% protein, high in calcium, iron, and vitamins (particularly A, B1, B12, and C). Thrives in northern climates. 75-80 days.
Learn to Grow Fiskeby Soybean
Instructions – Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Soybeans can be used as edamame, fresh shell beans, or dry beans.
Planting Benefits:
- Cold Tolerance: Fiskeby soybeans are a cold-tolerant variety, meaning they can grow in areas with shorter growing seasons or cooler summer temperatures.
- High-Yielding: Fiskeby soybeans are known for producing a high yield.
- Resilient: They have resistance to a range of soybean diseases and pests, which helps to ensure a good harvest.
- Short Growth Period: This variety matures relatively early compared to other soybean varieties.
- Beneficial to Soil: As with other legumes, Fiskeby soybeans enrich the soil with nitrogen, benefiting other plants if used in rotation.
Health Benefits:
- Protein-Rich: Fiskeby soybeans are a great source of plant-based protein, important for tissue growth and repair.
- Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Soybeans contain omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health.
- High in Fiber: They are high in dietary fiber, promoting good digestive health.
- Vitamin and Mineral Rich: They contain a variety of vitamins and minerals, including calcium, iron, B vitamins, and more.
- Isoflavones: Soybeans contain isoflavones, compounds that may help to reduce the risk of certain types of cancer.
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