With time, the chlorosis
Potassium (K), P
Sclerotia form on this mass
Climate pod lesions may be discoloured, Plant disease-free seed; work bean debris into the
You can harvest up to five acres of beans by hand but more than that will need specialized harvesting equipment for your tractor. This production cost factor is slight when compared to
f. sp. For example, dry bean does not do well in Limpopo during summer (mid-November to mid-March). 2520
They are also healthy: they contain no cholesterol, and are rich in niacin, thiamine and many other nutrients necessary for normal growth and to build body tissues. Lesion margins may
Dry beans (Phaseolus spp.) production, type
Beans will tolerate a
Fusarium oxysporum. anthracnose. In frost-free areas, March and April are the best for planting beans. © 2020 Farmer's Weekly Magazine | Caxton Magazines Digital |, Dry beans: learn how to get into the business, Building a mega business through egg production, Growing garlic: a golden opportunity for SA farmers, Good wheat year ahead, but climate uncertainty prevails, Land beneficiaries’ 20-year struggle for government help, Table grapes yet to experience full impact of COVID-19, Avocados remain buoyant amid ‘insatiable demand’, Breeding seasons in summer rainfall areas, ‘Consumer spending will determine poultry sector’s fortunes’. Beans are easily grown from seeds in pots, on the terrace, backyard, balcony and indoors.. periods, windy, Resistant cultivars; suitable fungicides; work in
be threshed at slow cylinder speeds with a machine
under commercial production is 900 mm because dry beans are usually cultivated
K
infection) appear stunted, generally showing a lime-green colour and a
Have your soil analysed and consult an expert about your fertilisation requirements. determinate growth habit, a row spacing of 750 mm is recommended if
Beans,
deficiency and symptoms include chlorosis and dwarfing. characteristic bleached appearance, Crop rotation with maize; use disease-free seed;
and obtainable from Resource Centre, Directorate Agricultural Information
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flowers registered, Apply suitable insecticide
pustules releasing a reddish-brown dust (spores) when rubbed.
In frost-free areas, March and April are best for planting beans. At a
The Free State, North West and Mpumalanga highveld can be considered collectively as South Africa’s "bread basket". maturation in older plants, Moderate to high soil moisture and temperatures, Seed treatment with suitable fungicides; good
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value. The seedbed must be deep, level and firm because this ensures
The system
Of all the annual leguminous food crops that are harvested for dry seeds, the ordinary bean is by far the most important.
Dry beans are legumes. However, considerable differences may occur in adaptability,
shoots, No insecticide currently registered, Suck sap from podscause
mechanisation is practical (see table). to phosphorus fertilisation are not dramatic in dry beans and P is not normally
phaseoli, Visible in field as groups of yellowing plants.
A level seedbed also facilitates planting to a
Compared to local consumption, the demand is 137 712 ton, which represents a deficit of 78 212 ton of dry beans. Find trusted South African Beans Buyers. The beans are raked into windrows and threshed by means of
The following is an overview of the nutrients required. Dry beans in South Africa are produced in the following areas: Mpumalanga/Gauteng (Middelburg, Nigel, Delmas and Ermelo), Free State (Bethlehem, Fouriesburg, Harrismith and Kroonstad), North West (Lichtenburg, Koster, and Brits), Limpopo (Thabazimbi, Koedoeskop), Kwazulu-Natal (Kokstad, Potchefstroom
lesions on leaves and pods. A promising market for the local product exists particularly in Africa. Alubia beans (large white) (45-55 g/100 seeds); 1 to 5 % of local
soil surface, Apply suitable
P
to light-brown circular scab-like lesions, usually concentrated
Tel. C J van Zyl, Information provided by
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can be rectified by a 1 % FeSO4 solution or chelate applied as
Potchefstroom 2520 South Africa INTRODUCTION Dry beans {Phaseolus vulgaris) are an important food source in South Africa, and are grown by both commercial and small scale farmers. stage and some weeds secrete chemical inhibitors which limit plant growth. Within the genus Phaseolus there are three species
harvesting, resulting in poor quality (planting too early). for P. vulgaris and 26 °C for P. coccineus.
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119 of 1990) – (a) made the regulations in … prevented, but not treated. regarded as one of the most important field crops in South Africa on
Approximately 4 378 tons (on average) of dry beans are exported per annum. Planting depth is determined by the soil texture and its moisture content. Mechanised harvesting must be done when there is no danger of crop damage by rain. The DPO was the first farmers' organisation to be established when the marketing boards were abolished. Cultivar choice (mg/kg)
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Lesions turn reddish brown and become necrotic
Presoak the beans by adding enough water to a pound of soybeans so that they're covered with 2 inches of liquid, and store them in the refrigerator overnight (the beans will nearly triple in size, so use a … season which may cause blossom drop, Length of the growing season (high
1,5
On the other hand, a daylight temperature of below 20°C will delay maturity and result in empty seed pods. °C. Dry beans must be planted in soil that has been previously well fertilised. Traditionally, bean plants are lashed to a five- to seven-foot-high pole. and Sclerotinia. possible occurrence of frost (planting too late), and rain at
die off. Within the to clean without further seed split or
optimum leaf content is 2 % potassium. the following factors: Probability of heavy rain which may lead to
causes systemic necrosis (black root)
Pythium and Rhizoctonia root rot, No insecticide currently
Carioca beans (khaki stripes on a beige background) 20 to 25 g/100 seeds);
Young leaves may be lighter green than normal. aphids with suitable pesticide, Small, sunken black lesions on stems at soil level,
used is determined by the size and shape of the lands, as well as available labour
beans follows the same pattern as that for any row crop planted in the
The most characteristic symptom is a light-green
Pull up the plant by hand and hang from the roots. Mechanical weed control should begin during seedbed preparation (remove
Can cause ragged leaves and defoliation, Work bean debris into the soil after harvesting;
They form seed pods that tend to split when the seeds are mature. Edible peanut consumption has been decreasing over time, while the market for peanut butter has remained steady. where the plants are pulled up by hand,
Infection of pods at an early
calcareous or saline soils where pH (H2O) values are above 7,4. susceptible cultivar, Plant resistant cultivars/disease-free seed;
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not damaged. from
being low-growing plants, struggle to compete with or overshadow weeds. Soil
off. surface. Handpulling and threshing by driving
Dry beans is at present regarded as one of the most important field crops in South Africa on account of its high protein content and dietary benefits. zone (halo) surrounding the necrotic spot. Partially mechanised systems,
It is readily available
The optimum soil pH levels for dry beans are: The percentage of acid saturation has to be lower
Planting dates in
They will also not grow well in soil that is compacted, too alkaline or poorly drained. value because maize, sorghum and small-grain crops are also hosts, Xanthomonas
Of all the annual leguminous food crops
Plants have short internodes and reduced branching. Guidelines
P
There is still a huge local market to be supplied. most frequent. Crop rotation programmes (position of the
Many different types and colours, the most
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has to be less than 25 to 30 %. the underside. bean debris after harvesting. suitable fungicides. and turn black after 7-10 days. affecting the quality of the crop.
Can be grown in heavier clay soils but this is not ideal. Incidence and severity vary
This can vary as follows: Why ‘dry’ beans? e-mail: sheilaf@nda.agric.za. Symptoms are characterised by bright yellow leaves and green veins. They form seed pods that tend to split when the seeds are mature. speckled sugar beans (red speckles on a beige background) (40-55 g/100 seeds);
equipped with an axial flow threshing mechanism. high-quality (certified) seed with a high germination percentage (80 % or
They grow best in soil that is at least 90cm deep. The National Dry Bean Cultivar Trials are
to high concentrations of mineral salts. irrigation), the soil should be wet to field capacity to the depth of the 1 m
If the pH (H2O)
bandplacing 3,5 cm to the side and 5 cm below the seed. Low-quality seed can result in a poor stand, uneven maturity, harvesting problems and yield loss. Seedbed preparation for the planting of dry
Use disease-free (certified) seed with a germination percentage of 80% or higher.
in rotation with maize. use tillage which minimises soil compaction, Fusarium
Agriculture
Dried beans are usually boiled after being soaked in water for several hours. planting. In low pH soils, phosphorus can be utilised efficiently by
Irrigation offers the potential for
soils which have been previously well fertilised. Dry beans are legumes. appearing from the margins and then extending rapidly to the centre of leaflets. oxysporum
publication, only P. vulgaris is discussed, except where mentioned
Calcium and magnesium deficiencies can be
ARC-Grain Crops Institute, Printed and published by Department of
after emergence. Of all the annual leguminous food crops that are harvested for dry seeds, the ordinary bean is by far the most important. pods. formed. Beans without visible symptoms can harbour substantial populations
schedule irrigation cycles so that plants do not remain wet
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Service,
Seed is produced by Dry Bean Seed (Pty Ltd) tel. General fertility is
Pustules sometimes surrounded
growth habit, disease resistance and many other characteristics. few weeks before planting; good irrigation; work in
Type 2: indeterminate compact upright. make certain micronutrients, such as molybdenum, more available to the plant. Pale, yellow leaves, especially between veins and
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content drops to 16 %, the ideal being 15 %. Very hot weather (30°C and higher) during the flowering stage leads to the abscission (shedding) of flowers and a low pod set, reducing yield. originated in Central and South America. (wind)
a quarterly magazine.
root zone before planting. sodium saturation percentage of up to 8 or 10 and an electrical
otherwise.
For Bruno Awio, a plant breeding researcher in Uganda, this problem raised important research questions. thrives in a warm climate. temperatures during flowering, rain during harvest and frost damage should be
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However, green beans have such tiny seeds that they’re not worth harvesting, so the pod is eaten along with the seeds. The dry bean is an annual crop which thrives in a warm climate. Beans Farming. Chemical weed control can be implemented before planting or before and/or
Phosphorus fertiliser must still be bandplaced at
Characteristic
The machines require a tractor equipped with a front coupling or inverted workstation. In 2005 KwaZulu-Natal produced 62,500 tons of soya beans. analysis
Type 1: determinate or bush type. in most soils and may be spread in soil dust
A sufficient number of
Green beans also belong to the dry bean family, and belong to the Phaseolus vulgaris species. D Fourie
ARC-Grain Crops Institute (ARC-GCI)
Planting date characteristics. follow a sunflower crop which has received boron fertiliser. The wind can be used to separate the seed from the chaff,
tattered appearance. For further information on bean production contact: ARC-Grain Crops Institute
small round light-yellow to brown sclerotia and white fungus growth
In South Africa groundnuts are traded for three main functions: for edible peanuts and peanut butter, for oil and oilcake, and for seed. In addition, it removes about 7% of the gas-producing sugar that can cause flatulence for some people, says Irma Rombauer in The Joy of Cooking. In severe
leaves senesce prematurely. 16
at an early stage); flooding or very wet conditions for a
The dry bean is an annual crop which
The well-adapted cultivar Teebus is the predominant small white canning bean, but is very susceptible to rust {Uromyces
Often
Levels higher than 120 ppm can decrease yields. Information in this regard is obtainable from the different agrochemical companies. (018) 299 6100, Compiled by Directorate Agricultural Information
and spreading to cause wilting and dying off of plant. Young leaves are small and dark green, older
all weeds) and be repeated with a tiller between the rows when necessary up
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Growing season phaseoli, Leaf symptoms appear as large, brown necrotic lesions
5,2) soils (acid saturation above 10 %). For the correct
Lesions normally stay green on dry
spore-carrying organs resembling beard stubble on underside of lesions. dry bean seed produced is about 36 kg N, 8 kg P and 18 kg
visible on established lesions. defoliation and evenually die.
control all weeds throughout the entire growing period of dry beans. Tel.
Infection most severe when the root system is under stress, Stress conditions, especially drought. in soils that are compacted, too alkaline or poorly drained. (minimum temperatures preferably above 13 °C) after all danger of
Within each type there are
leafminer, No insecticide currently registered, Feed in flowers, causing a roughened, silvery texture
For early maturing cultivars, especially those with a
sizes) on seeds, Plant disease-free seed; work bean debris into the
the plant. Deficiencies are most
65 to 75 % of local production,
Bright yellow chlorosis of older leaves,
As soon as the soil is sufficiently dry, the seedbed should
diseases, Dark grey to brown angular lesions on leaves.
on pods, Larvae enter seed and hollow it out by feeding, Larvae enter stems, pupate in the galls
greasy, water-soaked spots of various sizes. that are harvested for dry seeds, the ordinary bean is by far the most
mechanical pulling. for example bean fly, hoeing, machinery), Pseudomonas savastanoi
Dry beans should be harvested when all the pods have
which occur at 40 to 50 % and 50 to 60 %
by yellow halo or necrotic (dead) tissue. Irrigation scheduling is essential for optimum yield per unit of water. Adoretus tessulatus, Suck sap from leaves, stems and podscause wilting of
herbicides have been registered to
Beans should not
The DPO participates in the activities of the International Pulse Trade & Industry Confederation (IPTIC) on behalf of the industry from time to time in order to remain in touch with international trends. conductivity of up to 1 mmho/cm. Integrated
Sandy loam,
maize).
Diseases and pests may have been partially responsible for the unstable
Sandy loam, sandy clay loam, or clay loam with a clay content of between 15% and 35% are all suitable. 10
High pH soils are often associated with an
A step by step guide Beans farming techniques, tips, and ideas: Today, we get through the farming of beans, beans cultivation practices, beans planting, beans plant care and harvesting procedure of beans.
increases and resembles burn, with the leaf margins curling in. bean crop in the total crop setup, i.e. Fungicides can only be applied to seed as a preventive measure against
Cotton, groundnuts and … and eventually die. browing of seeds inside, Damage stems on or beneath
Moderate temperatures, alternate wet and dry
a foliar spray. and bacterial brown spot) and the fungal disease,
following: fusarium, pythium, rhizoctonia, charcoal rot and sclerotium root rot (Southern blight), the first three being the
alleviated with agricultural lime. conducted by the ARC_GCI annually and the information is published by the DPO in SA Dry Beans. large white kidney bean (P. coccineus) is an exception and is planted
applying manganese sulphate (MnSO4) at 15 to 20 kg/ha. Fully automated system with
white beans (15-25 g/100 seeds), used mainly for canning purposes; 10 to
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South Africa range from November to mid-January in areas where frost occurs.
Beans planted by hand.
become yellow and die off. one another. of fertiliser are applied P can be a yield-limiting factor. The vanilla beans are categorized into three grades viz. K. Inoculation of dry bean seed is regarded as
Dried out infected tissue have a
Then threshing can be done with a combine harvester equipped with a conventional cutting bar and belt pickup to pick up the windrows of beans. at a pH (H2O) of 6 to 7. can also be ordered from the same address. slightly sunken, dark reddish-brown lesions. Pod formation
(to prevent shattering), i.e. With sandy soil, low fertility or nematode damage will result. Lower leaves may also be affected. It grows best at a temperature of between 18°C and 24°C. and blistered appearance and look thinner. soil after harvesting; apply copper-based bactericides
Spores
Three bean species are grown in South Africa: the common bean Phaseolus vulgaris, which includes varieties such as small white and red speckled or sugar beans, the tepary bean (Phaseolus acutifolius) and the large white kidney bean (Phaseolus coccineus).
General fertility is more advantageous than direct fertilisation, because beans are sensitive to high concentrations of minerals. important of which are: small white, red speckled or sugar beans, carioca
To prevent cracking and splitting beans should
Small, white spots develop on leaves, (sometimes only on
Older leaves have a
The temperature, especially at night, determines the length of the cultivar’s growing season. Thereafter, the dried pods are split and the beans removed.
level and pupate, No insecticide currently
threshed by hand by beating with a stick covered in a hessian sack.
Crop Scientific Research Services of the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is a co-worker of the trials conducted on ... trial conducted in the Greytown area.
crop rotation with non-hosts (beans every 3-4 years), Dark brown to black concentric
under rainfed conditions the crop requires a minimum
Dry beans is at present regarded as one of the most important field crops in South Africa on account of its high protein content and dietary benefits. 15
Areas in
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Dark lesions (various
The demand is exceeding supply with South Africa importing from Taiwan, Thailand and Kenya. Dry beans are legumes that come from seed pods that tend to split when mature. Dry beans (Phaseolus spp.) The pH can be raised (acid saturation reduced) by
increasing yields and enabling production in otherwise unsuitable soils. Green bean farming in South Africa has changed considerably over the past twenty years or so. probable yield losses due to disease or poor stand. golden mosaic virus registered, Control with a seed dressing mine into stems below soil insecticide
There is a growing interest in soya products in South Africa because of the health benefits attached to them. account of its high protein content and dietary benefits. and green beans, Within each species there are many seed
by using row spacings which permit easy access and taking care that roots are
Disease-free seed will reduce the incidence of seed-borne diseases such as bean common mosaic virus (BCMV), bacterial diseases (common blight, halo blight and bacterial brown spot), or the fungal disease anthracnose. dark-brown sunken lesions. The most suitable planting date is determined by
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South Africa consumes around 81 … completely), Plants may become stunted, show premature
Where the P content
Deficiencies can be corrected by
South Africa exports dry beans mainly to neighbouring African countries such as Zimbabwe, Angola, Mozambique and Swaziland. pv. more severe at seedling stage but may cause stunting and uneven
Pod symptoms are circular,
originated in Central and
Moisture stress can also aggravate some root rots such as
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Low-quality seed can cause a
2,0
etc); deep ploughing; avoid stress and damage to stems (by
Planting dates are mainly restricted by the
scheduled, because excess moisture can create conditions conducive to root rot
Planting dates in SA range from November to mid-January in areas where frost occurs. Mechanized harvesting of beans also takes 2 steps. true to type and ensures homogeneity. The critical, moisture-sensitive growth stages are flowering and early pod set
better surface contact between the seed and the soil, increasing the
spreading upward to blacken lower stems. P
Cultivated
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A research paper out this month shows that up to 60 per cent of areas in Sub-Saharan Africa in which beans are currently grown may become unsuitable for such crops by 2100, because of rainfall and temperature changes.
from mid-November to mid-December and is not adapted to winter production. (012) 325 1850. and subscribe to SA Dry
application for potential (t/ha)
12 % and such seeds are rejected by canners and seed companies. 0007
the soil and improves aeration and water penetration. diseases such as bean common mosaic virus
They will also not grow well
Brown lesions, becoming sunken with
Soya bean, dry bean (sugar bean), groundnut and cowpea all require deep, well-drained soils, but vary in their climatic requirements. cultivars; apply suitable fungicides, Early symptoms small, water-soaked spots on leaves and stem,
Leaves
Large, round, flat, reddish lesions on pods
Other benefits of disease-free seed are
sometimes surrounded by a light-green zone.
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which results in malformation and twisting of pods. of 5,8 to 6,5, and are very sensitive to acidic (pH (H2O) <
The critical level of zinc in bean tissue is 15
Soya beans can be stored in silos for periods of up to 24 months, but this period can be exceeded if it … Minute black dots (pycnidia) barely visible on blackened
planted after another crop, such as
apply suitable fungicides;
3 to 5 % of local production,
Dry Bean Production: The Bottom Line FarmBiz | November 2019 For the first time in many years the crop input costs for dry beans in South Africa has outweighed the average revenue, leading to concerns over the industry’s future. When dry beans are grown on soils with a high
Deficiency symptoms are similar to those of
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originated in Central and South America. Consequently, dry beans should be considered as incapable of
Beans prefer a soil pH of 5,8 to 6,5, and are highly sensitive to acidic soil. South Africa imports about 85,000 tons of beans per year in addition to the national crop ranging from 44,100 to 82,000 tons a year.
The desirable beans size will be 18 to25 cm long, in dark brown which are Highly aromatic, fleshy, free from mold, insects, and blemishes and somewhat oily in appearance. yield losses. spring. Pustules on pods elongated. Dry beans were once known as ‘poor man’s meat’, because they are cheaper and have more protein than an equal amount of red meat. A second-generation farmer, he inherited the farm, located between Kestell and Harrismith in … Dry beans are harvested when they rattle in the pod. a yield-restrictive factor. The Dry Bean Production Manual
Grey water-soaked lesions, becoming brown, near the soil
In
may become black at end of season. The farm gate value for good grades of beans is between R12 000 and R14 000 per ton if sold to merchants that clean, pack and remarket the seed. Secondary roots near the soil
(DPO)
soil after harvesting; restrict movement in field;
The soluble aluminium content
To some extent root rot can be
axonopodis
control is extremely important, because the root system of the plant develops at this
production,
They grow well in soils with a depth of at
Seeds may split during threshing when the moisture content is less than
guaranteed
The Dry Bean Industry In South Africa The Dry Bean Producers’ Organisation (DPO) was established at a congress on 11 August 1993 in Potchefstroom at a time when the deregulation of agriculture took place on a large scale. Dry beans are classified according to colour and seed size, growth habit, and growing season. sandy clay loam or clay loam with a clay content of between 15 and 35 %
Deficiency occurs on
drainage; deep ploughing; shallow planting; crop rotation. clay content, potassium is not normally a limiting factor. The export of specific types of beans depends on the demand for the type concerned, coupled with the specific quality requirements. The cultivars included in the trial are small white beans and red speckled sugar beans. Severe infection leads to leaf yellowing and
Limpopo, with 10% of South Africa’s arable land, produces a wide range of agricultural produce. avoided). satisfying all of their nitrogen requirements through N-fixation. 15
Generally the seeds are placed 2,5 to 5,0 cm below the soil surface. plant early to avoid large aphid populations; control
The maximum temperature during flowering should not exceed 30 °C
stationary threshing machine,
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