by Tomislav Dvorski | May 8, 2022 | Peas, Vegetables
Selecting a Location for Pea Cultivation When selecting a location for pea cultivation, it’s important to consider the type of soil. The soil must be well-drained to prevent waterlogging. For early cultivation, lighter soils that warm up and dry out quickly in...by Tomislav Dvorski | May 8, 2022 | Peas, Vegetables
In regions with rainy springs and soils that have good water and air capacity, peas are usually grown without irrigation, especially during early spring sowing when the crop benefits from conserved winter moisture in the soil. Even with winter moisture, early...by Tomislav Dvorski | May 8, 2022 | Peas, Vegetables
There are numerous pea varieties worldwide, with more than 4,000 existing and new ones being developed daily through breeding. Classification of Pea Varieties: Pisum sativum L. ssp. sativum convar. sativum – Common pea Pisum sativum L. ssp. sativum convar....by Tomislav Dvorski | May 8, 2022 | Peas, Vegetables
Pea (Pisum sativum L. ssp. sativum) is an annual herbaceous plant from the legume family (Fabaceae). It has high nutritional value and, as a vegetable crop, is classified among grain legumes. Peas have several centers of origin, with the most significant being Central...by Tomislav Dvorski | May 8, 2022 | Peas, Vegetables
Green peas are harvested at their technological maturity when the sugar content is around 5% and the starch content is around 7%. At this stage, the peas are pleasantly flavored, soft, and juicy. As the peas mature further, the sugar converts into starch, resulting in...