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Pea
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Pisum sativum

PeaVine

Pea is a pulse or fodder crop, but the word often refers to the seed or sometimes the pod of this flowering plant species. Peas are eaten as a vegetable.

FamilyFabaceae
GenusLathyrus
NativeAfrica
LifespanAnnual

Harvest & Storage

Harvesting and storage guidance for Pea.

What to Harvest

Pea

Harvest guidance is being verified.

When to Harvest

Seasonal

Harvest at maturity

How to Harvest

1Inspect

Harvest only healthy material.

Storage Guide

Fresh

Short term

Use soon after harvest

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