Nebraska Bean Planting Season Through the Eyes of Bean Processors

Two Nebraska bean processors share about the important role that processors play, and how farmers and processors are partners in bringing us delicious beans.
Courtney and Jon discuss:
0:28 What is bean planting season like for processors?
1:32 What is certified seed, and why is it important for farmers to use this seed?
2:00 Where is bean seed produced?
2:39 What types of beans are being planted in Nebraska this year?
3:37 Where do Nebraska beans go around the world?
4:14 How do bean processors and farmers work together?
5:25 What is one thing you wish people knew about the bean industry and agriculture overall?
Facts about Nebraska beans:
- Nebraska is the #1 producer of great northern beans in the nation. Approximately 85% of all U.S. production occurs within 75 miles of Scottsbluff, Nebraska.
- According to a 2018 University of Nebraska Economic Impact study, the Nebraska dry bean industry had a $158.4 M State economic impact and created over 665 statewide jobs.
- Historically, Nebraska is the third largest producer of all dry edible beans in the U.S. In 2022, Nebraska producers averaged 2,300 pounds per acre on 108,100 acres for a total production of 2.486 million hundredweight bags - or more than a billion servings!
Video by: ‪@alegumeaday‬

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Bean farmers and processors are the perfect team! 💪🏻💪🏻🫘🫘

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Yes, they work very well together!

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Such a cool perspective to learn more about, thanks for sharing

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Thank you for watching!