Monthly bites from the Bean Institute

In this issue we take a look at the farming side of beans by exploring how to grow healthy bean plants, and we chat with two Northarvest bean growers about how and why they grow the simply delicious, naturally nutritious food we all love. You’ll also find a delicious recipe for Vegetarian Chili with not one, not two, but three beans!

What Creates Healthy, Productive Bean Plants?

Farmers work diligently and make countless decisions to ensure that healthful, high quality beans ends up on our plates. If you know anything about agriculture (or have a garden), you understand that every crop is different and has unique needs. Here are 6 key considerations farmers make to create healthy, productive bean plants. Read more…

Vegetarian Chili with Black, Pinto & Kidney Beans

This delicious, spicy vegetarian chili is packed with produce. With black beans, kidney beans, and pinto beans, the chili is hearty enough that no one will miss the meat. The secret for adding savory flavor is a teaspoon of cocoa powder. Enjoy!

Meet Our Growers – Q & A with Two Northarvest Bean Growers

In this month’s Q & A we chatted with two bean growers in Northarvest country to learn about their farms, why they love BEAN a farmer, and how they grow the simply delicious, naturally nutritious beans we all love.

Fast Facts About Bean Farming

Want to impress your friends with your bean farming knowledge? Here are 5 key farming facts to share with friends and family. Read more…