According to the latest USDA planting intentions report, total U.S. dry edible bean acres are forecast at 1.23 million, down slightly from the 1.25 million acres planted in 2022. Minnesota acres predicted to decrease by 12 percent from last year to 190,000 acres. However, North Dakota’s estimated dry bean acres is expected to increase in 2023 by four percent to 590,000 acres.
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.
