U.S. Field Pea Output Up 10%
WASHINGTON - Jan 12/15 - SNS -- Production of U.S. dry edible peas is estimated at 17.2 million cwt, up 10% from last year, according to the USDA's final crop estimates for 2014.
Planted area, at 935,000 acres, and harvested area, at 899,500 acres, increased by 9% and 13%, respectively. Planted and harvested acreage and production are at record levels. Average yield is 1,907 pounds per acre, down 53 pounds from 2013.
In Montana, planting was essentially finished by early-June, about the same as a year ago. Harvest began in late-July and was finishing up by mid-September. The crop was rated mostly fair to good throughout the season. In North Dakota, planting was wrapped up by mid-June, ahead of last year and the 5-year average. Harvest began in mid-August and was 95% complete by September 21.
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