There are fewer farms across the Northern Plains, in-line with the national trend. That’s according to data compiled in 2017 for the Census of Agriculture. There is a big decline in North Dakota farms. The state has more than 26,300 farms, down 15 percent from 2012. In Minnesota, there are just over 68,800 farms, down […]
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.
