Like other bean varieties, pinto beans are a plant-based protein that adds flavor, texture and color to an array of dishes. What might surprise you is that pinto beans are the most popular type of ...

Juan Osorno, a North Dakota State University plant breeder, introduced new dark red kidney and pinto bean varieties in January 2023 Juan Osorno, a North Dakota State University dry edible bean breeder ...

Mark Brick knows a lot about architecture - in plants, that is, not buildings. Brick, professor of plant breeding and genetics at Colorado State University, led a research team that developed and ...

If you’re looking to change up your Taco Tuesday meals or your classic cheese quesadilla, consider incorporating pinto beans, a staple in Mexican cuisine. Pinto beans not only lend heartiness to a ...

If one of your resolutions was to eat a more plant-friendly diet, there’s never been a better time to make the switch. The thought is that if you try eating a plant-based diet in January, the habit ...

Both beans are healthy, but they offer different key nutrients including antioxidants, potassium, and more. Both black beans and pinto beans are nutrient-dense and support overall health. Each ...

FARGO, N.D. – A cropping systems specialist at the North Dakota State University Extension office said narrower row spacings and higher plant populations are trending in dry bean production. Greg ...

Heavy summer rains have led to significant crop losses for edible bean farmers in both North Dakota and Minnesota, many of whom may lose even more before harvest's end. Brian Schanilec, owner of ...

Beans have become a surprisingly fashionable kitchen staple. They have had a glamorous makeover with the runaway success of ...