@pgroresearch

PGRO. Applied crop research, contract trials & knowledge transfer & UK centre of excellence for temperate peas, beans & lupins for animal & human consumption

 Peterborough, UK
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Joined March 2010
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The FSTS conference returns to Peterborough on 26th Jan 2027. In its 3rd & final year, the conference theme ‘Pulses & the Road to Resilience' will examine how increased pulse production & use in livestock feed can help deliver Defra’s Farming Roadmap 2050. tinyurl.com/FSTS27
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An optimistic sunrise over the PGRO trials field for crop 2027 this morning on the Nocton Estate of @DysonFarming . Winter bean trials drilling will hopefully begin next week.
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youtu.be/Q0E2fU5FMhk?is=_Az0… A new season of 'Inside the Pod'. Keep up with episodes old and new on the PGRO youtube channel and other podcast streaming services.

A New Season for Inside the Pod: AB Mauri, the PPN and Roger Vickers' Retirement

Welcome back to Inside the Pod, the PGRO podcast.With a new episo...

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Don't forget if you are sowing winter beans or looking ahead to spring sowings it is wise to get your farm-saved seed tested before drilling. PGRO's laboratory is at your service. pgro.org/seed-testing/
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Catch the latest UK Pulse Market Update here: mailchi.mp/pgro.org/pulse-ma…. To get these and other releases from PGRO direct to your inbox, make a request for inclusion from the contact link on our website pgro.org
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We are looking forward to this years event and bringing the industry together again. Have you booked your tickets yet? You can book your conference and dinner tickets here eventbrite.co.uk/e/british-p…

British Peas & Beans Conference 2026

This year’s British Peas & Beans Conference is set to take place at the Jakeman Stadium at Boston United Football Club on November 11, 2026.

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Want to raise your profile at the next 2026 Conference? Our Conference Support Packages offer a simple and effective way to show your support for the UK's pea and bean industry. Contact [email protected] to find out more. canva.link/jwg6vb15gkjnbqk

BPBA Conference Sponsorship Packages 2026

Check out this A4 (Landscape) designed by Lisa Stannard.

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We're delighted to welcome @pgroresearch as an exhibitor! As the UK's centre of excellence for peas and beans, PGRO provides trusted, research-led advice and expertise to growers and the wider industry. Visit their stand to learn more about their latest work and services.
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Winter beans beat wheat gross margin for northern grower - Farmers Weekly

Winter beans are producing a greater gross margin than most 10t/ha wheat crops at Will Dakin’s arable farm in Northumberland.  Deeper, earlier sowing with

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There are a number of different pea types and even more markets. Here is a handful of the diversity from the PGRO descriptive list plots currently being harvested.
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Come and join us at Westfield Farm on Tuesday 14th July to explore the Scotland #bean variety trial field lab, and learn about different bean varieties and their growth in our local climate! Tuesday, 14 July  •  10 AM - 11:30 AM Register 👇 bit.ly/4vEUrZT
Banner with image of beans and info on the event

ALT Banner with image of beans and info on the event

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Hmmmmmm…… September has come early! #winterbeans
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CPM feature: As @pgroresearch prepares to take ownership of the pulse YENs this autumn, focus is shifting from headline yields towards practical, field-scale performance. We explore what the next chapter could mean for UK growers. 🔎: cpm-magazine.co.uk/rotations…

A new era for YEN

PGRO takes over pulse YENs, rebranding them as PPN to improve benchmarking, profitability, consistency and grower engagement.

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Pulse Market update - A look at the prospects for peas and beans and considerations immediately ahead of crop 2026 harvest mailchi.mp/pgro.org/pulse-ma…
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A day well spent at the @pgroresearch Pulse Field Day 🫛 Always a great opportunity to see the latest pulse varieties side by side, compare performance in the field, and catch up on the research helping to shape the future of UK #pulse production.💚 @passionforpeas @LovePulses
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Setup and ready to chat all things peas, beans and Pulse Performance Network at TMAF open day. @pgroresearch
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“For a long time, decisions around beans have relied on data from other regions, but this shows what’s actually achievable under Scottish conditions.” Find out more about the bean variety trials in Scotland and the year one results: innovativefarmers.org/news/b… @pgroresearch
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Cereals 2026: New PGRO initiative to enhance crop performance - Farmers Weekly share.google/6bJHMsPa0dAKqpU…

Cereals 2026: New PGRO initiative to enhance crop performance - Farmers Weekly

The Pulse Performance Network (PPN) is a new initiative established by the PGRO to enhance benchmarking and crop performance for pea and bean growers.

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💰 Farmers can now apply for projects with eligible costs of up to £200,000, up from the previous limit of £100,000. Successful applicants can receive funding for up to 80% of eligible costs READ MORE: farminguk.com/news/farmers-c…
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Join us at Westfield Farm, East Lothian on 14th July to explore the Scotland Bean Variety Trial Field Lab, learn about different bean varieties and their growth in our local climate. Get your free ticket: innovativefarmers.org/events… @pgroresearch @ScotAgCoOp
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