USDA Buys Beans

USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service has purchased dry beans in support of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The purchase totals $2.1 million, including more than $36,000 in light red kidney beans and $2 million in pinto beans. Get the full purchase details here.

Founded in 1976, Northarvest Bean Growers Association (NBGA) represents the largest group of dry bean farmers in America, working together to fund research, promote, and produce the finest beans in the world.

NBGA works to better the dry bean industry through promotion, field & nutrition research, market development, monitoring governmental policy, advocating for greater consumer choices, and focusing on the needs of our producers.

NBGA advocates for its 2,400+ farm families across MN & ND that grow dry beans and is committed to strengthening the relationship between growers, industry partners, and consumers across the world.