New Dry Pea Research Studies to be Conducted in 2016
May 20, 2016
Based on the increase in dry pea acreage throughout western Nebraska, UNL conducted a comprehensive disease survey in 2015 to identify the most prevalent and important disease issues in Nebraska production. The primary problem consistently observed across the region was a bacterial blight complex caused by two distinct, but closely related pathogens: Pseudomonas syringae pv. pisi (Psp) and Pseudomonas syringae pv. syringae (Pss).
Why Nebraskans are Celebrating — 2016 International Year of Pulses
May 10, 2016
Nebraska ranks 1st in the nation in production of great northern beans and 4th in production of all dry edible beans. Read more to learn the impact of pulse crops on western Nebraska's ag economy and their many benefits for human health.
2016 Dry Edible Bean Day Jan. 12 at Gering
January 2, 2016
The 2016 Nebraska Dry Edible Bean Day will feature advice for producers, news about health benefits, updates on research, and reports from the state commission and U.S. Dry Bean Council. The event will be Jan. 12 at the Gering Civic Center.