PGRO has added 11 new varieties of pulses to the Descriptive List for 2026.
The Processors and Growers Research Organisation (PGRO) has released its 2026 Descriptive List for pulses, which includes 11 new pea and bean varieties.More. Go to the article

Threat to peas as a major pest has been discovered in the UK for the first time.
Pea bruchid has been found in a commercial pea crop grown in the UK for the first time, confirmed by the Processors & Growers Research Organisation (PGRO).More. Go to the article

PGRO is optimistic about the potential of peas and beans following a setback in the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) program.
The PGRO has emphasized to growers that peas and beans remain a viable option for 2025, despite the disappointment following the government's sudden closure of the Sustainable Farming

PGRO aims to develop best practices to enhance bean production in the UK.
Nowa inicjatywa ma na celu zwiększenie produkcji fasoli w Wielkiej Brytanii poprzez ustalenie ostatecznych najlepszych praktyk.More. Go to the article

The new PGRO app enhances the diagnostic tools available to growers.
The Processors and Growers Research Organisation (PGRO) has released a new app dedicated to crop care for peas and beans in the UK.More. Go to the article

Pea and bean growers will receive a new format for the 2025 Descriptive List.
The Processors and Growers Research Organisation (PGRO) will be introducing a new format for the release of its 2025 Descriptive List (DL) for peas and beans to provide more growers with the

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Christmas in July? Not quite, but poinsettias are making their way into greenhouses across Ontario, and they always arrive at the hottest time of the year. Nutritional issues, environmental

To control the growth of Ornamental Millet, you can follow these steps: 1. Pruning: Trim back the plants regularly to control their size and shape. This will also help promote bushier growth. 2. Fertilizing: Use a balanced fertilizer to provide essentia
Garrett Owen stated that "Plant growth regulators (PGRs) are valuable tools utilized by greenhouse growers."More. Go to the article

Pea and bean field day showcasing the latest UK research on pulses.
The Processors and Growers Research Organisation (PGRO) is hosting an open day for farmers, agronomists, and other industry stakeholders on Tuesday, July 2nd.More. Go to the article

New advice for bean growers after heavy rainfall
Bean growers can plant winter seed this spring but need to plan for differences in the crop’s maturity date and expected yield. That’s according to industry group the Processors and Growers

PGRO Descriptive List expands with 11 new pea and bean varieties
PGRO Descriptive List expands with 11 new pea and bean varieties The Processors and Growers Research Organisation (PGRO) has today added 11 new pea and bean varieties to its 2024 Descriptive List

Eleven new additions to PGRO Descriptive List
The Processors and Growers Research Organisation (PGRO) has added 11 new pea and bean varieties to its 2024 Descriptive List for pulses. A total of six combining peas, two winter beans and three

PGRO to launch Descriptive List via webinar
The Processors and Growers Research Organisation (PGRO) has announced a change of format for the launch of its Descriptive List for peas and beans to encourage pulse growers to attend. In a change

PGRO launches new podcast
The Processors and Growers Research Organisation (PGRO) has launched a new podcast targeted at the UK’s pea and bean sector. Inside the Pod will cover all topics related to the growing of pulse

June open days for pea and bean growers
The Processors and Growers Research Organisation (PGRO) has announced two June open days for farmers, agronomists and other industry stakeholders. Vining pea growers have been invited to Nocton in