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Kulid, also known as horse gram, is a traditional pulse cultivated in several dryland farming regions of India. It is a hardy crop suited to rainfed agriculture and has long been part of traditional farming systems. Farmers associated with Kalsubai Millets grow this crop using natural farming practices without chemical fertilisers or synthetic pesticides.

In Maharashtrian kitchens, kulid flour is used in several traditional preparations. The flour can be used to prepare pithla-style dishes, thick gravies, or mixed into dough for regional flatbreads. It is also used in some traditional recipes prepared in rural households.

According to the Indian Food Composition Tables (ICMR-NIN), kulid (horse gram) is a source of plant protein and dietary fibre. These nutrients include naturally occurring protein and fibre present in pulses. [VERIFY: ICMR-NIN micronutrient data for horse gram]

Choosing flour produced from naturally grown pulses means the crop is sourced directly from farmers rather than large commercial supply chains. At Kalsubai Millets, kulid is cultivated without chemical fertilisers or synthetic pesticides and processed into flour with minimal handling. Buying through a farmer producer company helps support farmer incomes while maintaining transparency about sourcing.

Source: Indian Food Composition Tables — ICMR, National Institute of Nutrition, Hyderabad