5 Considerations for Planting Chickpeas

Chickpeas, or garbanzo beans, can be a rewarding crop to raise. They are commonly used for human consumption, and product quality after harvest is key to maximizing your return. Chickpeas also can be risky to plant, so consider how much risk your operation is willing to assume before you jump in with planting a 1,000-acre trial.

Before deciding to grow chickpeas, consider a few basic principles that should be considered before planting, while planting, during the season and especially at harvest.

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