Like many shelf-stable foods, the amount of time you store dried beans is more of an issue of quality than safety. In theory, they are safe indefinitely. In practice, they are at their best within ...

Research at the Northern Crops Institute at NDSU is looking at the physical and chemical properties of pinto beans, black ...

Canned beans replaced dried ones as staples in most kitchens long ago. Dried beans come in dozens of varieties, store well, ...

Lima beans may be frozen, canned, or dried. Canned beans can be stored at room temperature as well. Use canned beans prior to their expiration date. Store dried lima beans in an airtight container in ...

As the UK livestock industry looks for more sustainable, cost-effective home-grown protein alternatives, beans are emerging as an excellent option for dairy, beef and sheep.

Broad beans are great for storing. You can dry or freeze the beans. To freeze, pick fresh, pod, place in a plastic bag and freeze. To dry, pick, pod and lay out the beans in a dry place.