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U.S. Field Pea Area Down 5%WASHINGTON - Jul 12/07 - SNS -- Planted area of dry edible peas in the United States is estimated at 880,500 acres, down 5% from last year, according to the latest USDA crop production estimates. Area for harvest, at 834,300 acres, is 6% below a year ago. Area planted in North Dakota, at 510,000 acres, is down 16% from 2006. Planting started in mid-April, progressed ahead of last year's pace, and was complete by May 20. Montana dry edible pea growers planted 265,000 acres, up 26% from a year ago. During April, the State experienced above normal precipitation and temperatures. From the beginning of May until mid-June, the State continued to receive above normal precipitation with average temperatures. Since mid-June, the State has received limited precipitation and above normal temperatures. Subscribers can read the full text of the article by Clicking here
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