Irrigation of Peas

Irrigation of Peas

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...
Varieties of Peas

Varieties of Peas

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....
Pea

Pea

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...
Pea Harvesting

Pea Harvesting

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...