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Field of green plants Lucerne (Medicago sativa) growing in NZ

Lucerne (Medicago sativa) growing in Canterbury. Leaft is working with a variety of leafy green crops, including lucerne, to develop its rubisco protein powder.

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Published: 21 May 2024Size: 1.54 MB

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