Growers & Industry

Nebraska has been a leader in the dry bean industry since production began in the 1920s. 
High-yielding varieties coupled with the unique climate of the western High Plains, produce
the quality and volume required by our many markets. 

Our growers annually produce over 1 Billion servings of dry beans.  

Rankings in the United States:

#1 - Great Northern Production
#2 - Pinto Production
#2 - Light Red Kidney Production
#4 - Overall Dry Bean Production

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