Farming News - ProCam: Test spring bean seed to avoid storing up problems in 2026
Growers are being urged to have spring field bean seeds tested if considering planting as home-saved seed.
The cost of testing is modest and the potential upsides from avoiding planting seed with health issues or poor germination can be significant, according to ProCam head of crop production, Mike Thornton.
“With a relatively small area of spring beans grown for seed multiplication, it’s not unusual for growers to plant home-saved seed,” says Mike. “However, don’t assume the seed will be okay.
Testing of bean seed is particularly important because of a lack of chemical options for controlling certain seed-borne pest and disease problems, and because beans can be prone to reduced germination.
Author summary: Test spring bean seeds to avoid problems.
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