Dry Beans Sought

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a solicitation for dry edible beans for use in the National School Lunch Program and other Federal Food and Nutrition Assistance Programs. Packaged Great Northern, light red kidney and pinto beans are being sought. Bids are due November 16 and acceptances will be announced by November 30. View the offer 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.