Northern Pulse Growers Association

06/02/2026

🚜TUNE IN THIS THURSDAY. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins is stopping by the House Committee on Agriculture for a full committee hearing beginning 10 am ET.

Visit the link in our bio to watch live and never miss an update!

05/29/2026

📍Montana is the leading U.S. producer of pulse crops like peas, lentils, and chickpeas!

Despite this massive production, an estimated 85% of what is grown in the state leaves without any added value. The Great Falls Development Alliance (GFDA) and the Montana Pulse Crop Committee are looking to change that. A new study from Agralytica highlights a strong business case for expanding mid-stream pulse processing in Montana, including cleaning, sorting, and milling.

🔍Ready to explore these opportunities?

Whether you are looking into toll processing or specialty food manufacturing, GFDA is here to support your business expansion. Learn more and read the full study here: https://bit.ly/3Q4R3Zk

05/28/2026

🚜 Advancing Pulse Production with Precision Ag!

How cool 😎 is this?!? Take a look at the cutting-edge research happening at the MSU Northern Ag Research Center.

​Check out this video from the sprayer in action! 🎥 The system provides real-time detection in the field.

​Want to see how this technology performs in the field? Join the Northern Ag Research Center Field Day on June 17!

05/28/2026

📌NPGA Field Notes: USDA Announces Base Acre Update

The USDA has announced an important window for eligible landowners to review and potentially increase base acres for their farms!

From June 1 through August 31, 2026, eligible landowners can review their Base Allocation Summaries to prepare for enrollment in Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs. This is the first opportunity to update base acres since 2002, helping to ensure your safety net reflects your current operation.

Timeline: Review your summaries starting June 1. 📅 All actions must be completed by August 31, 2026.

How to Access: View your summaries online at: https://www.fsa.usda.gov/resources/income-support/arc-plc using your Login.gov

Need Assistance? If you don’t have a Login.gov account, contact your local FSA county office. 📞

Action Required: Farm operators and landowners should connect early to ensure historical planting records are accurate. Don't miss this chance to strengthen your farm's risk management for the 2026 crop year and beyond.

05/27/2026

A true pillar of the pulse industry is signing off! 🎙️

In the latest episode of Growing Pulse Crops podcast, Tim Hammerich is joined by Todd Scholz of USA Pulses to celebrate his incredible 26-year career.

Todd dives into the essential work of securing crop protection tools, the impact of the IR-4 program, and reflections on his legacy supporting pulse growers from field to fork.

Don't miss this look at the research and advocacy that keeps our industry thriving.



🎧 Listen below 👇
Getting Crop Protection Products Labeled for Pulses - Growing Pulse Crops https://share.google/cEezrGHaMvodNFf8a

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage and commitment to freedom allow us the privilege of working the land, feeding our communities, and building our future.

​On this Memorial Day, the Northern Pulse Growers Association extends our deepest gratitude to all the heroes we have lost and our heartfelt support to the families who carry their memory.
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05/23/2026

Wheat buyers aren't just looking for bushels—they're looking for protein. 📈

Research shows that wheat following a pulse crop (like field peas or chickpeas) consistently hits higher crude protein and wet gluten marks compared to continuous cereal rotations. Even if you’re cutting back on acres this year due to the 2026 market shifts, keeping pulses in your mix is what will help your wheat crop stand out at the elevator in the fall.

Invest in your soil today for a premium harvest tomorrow. 🌱

05/22/2026

Since Mother Nature is keeping things chilly for our Friday, it’s the perfect excuse to whip up something hearty. Today we are craving Stanley Tucci winter lentil recipe!

It’s packed with lentils, super comforting, and exactly what a crazy cool day in May calls for while we wait for summer to officially show up. And lentils...we are all about our Montana & North Dakota quality grown lentils ❤️ Grab a bowl, stay warm, and let’s get cooking!

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Get Stanley's full lentil recipe below: 👇
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/18jQEpmFxi/

05/22/2026

📍Locally Grown, Globally Known. 🇺🇸✈️📦

​The eyes of the agricultural world are on the pulse industry this past week! Pulse leaders, growers, exporters, and buyers from more than 40 countries gathered in Orlando, Florida for Pulses 26, hosted by the Global Pulse Confederation (GPC).

​Our region’s peas, lentils, and chickpeas are central to these global conversations. As GPC President Vijay Iyengar highlights in this update, pulses are rapidly gaining momentum worldwide. Why? Because they are the ultimate answer to global food security—delivering an unmatched mix of affordability, sustainability, and powerhouse nutrition.

​At the NPGA, our mission is connecting your operation to the international markets that matter most. When global demand rises, our local growers thrive.

​👇 Watch the video below to hear the Global Pulse Confederation - GPC leadership perspective on where our markets are heading next:
https://youtu.be/mFX0Yyofmgk?si=nYd6H6-D8XHzv1l2

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Global pulse industry leaders gathered in Orlando, Florida this week for Pulses 26, hosted by the Global Pulse Confederation (GPC). The event brings together...