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Organic field peas
Problem
Field peas are an invaluable preceding crop because they bring a good amount of nitrogen into the soil. Unfortunately, they need a lot of water and are susceptible to weeds and aphids.
Solution
This leaflet provides a summary on what to consider in order to cultivate organic field peas successfully from seed to delivery.
Description
Field peas are an invaluable preceding crop because they bring a good amount nitrogen into the soil. Unfortunately, they need a lot of water and are susceptible to weeds and aphids.
This leaflet provides a summary on what to consider in order to cultivate organic field peas successfully from seed to delivery. It contains information on the plants, their needs and on how they should be cultivated. It also shows how to protect the field peas from weed, diseases and pests. In addition, some information about profitability and possible uses are provided.
This leaflet was made for farmers that want to begin cultivating organic field peas, but it might also be of use to conventional farmers. The information about economic aspects is specific to Switzerland.