Peas

Fresh edible pod peas or podded peas which are shelled by the consumer are a delight in early season markets. These markets are more concerned with blemishes on the pods.
Peas are very sensitive to excess soil moisture and are susceptible to numerous soil pathogens. Weeds can quickly out-compete peas and are a special problem in late-April and May plantings when temperatures are favorable to annual weed seed germination.
Cornell Cooperative Extension Educators and Cornell faculty work together annually to conduct research on many aspects of pea production in the state. Below you will find educational information and results of our research trials.
Relevant Events
Vegetable Pest and Cultural Management Meeting for Auction Growers (Ontario)

June 27, 2023
Rushville, NY
Vegetable Pest and Cultural Management Meeting for Auction Growers (FLPA)

July 12, 2023
Penn Yan, NY
Vegetable Pest and Cultural Management Meeting for Auction Growers (Seneca)

August 2, 2023
Romulus, NY
2021 Pea Herbicide Chart
Julie Kikkert, Team Leader, Extension Vegetable Specialist
Cornell Vegetable Program

A chart is presented that lists the herbicides labelled for use on succulent peas in New York for the year 2021. The relative effectiveness of each herbicide on different weed species is highlighted.
Video: New York State Produce Auctions

Currently, there are 8 produce auctions in New York State. These auctions are aggregation points that allow local farmers to sell their produce in wholesale lots to buyers from across the region. To document the economic impact of produce auctions on agriculture, local businesses, family farms, and produce buyers, the Cornell Vegetable Program worked with Harvest New York to survey top sellers and buyers.
A new Cornell Vegetable Program video shares general information about produce auctions, how buyers and sellers use the auctions to expand their businesses, and how local communities benefit from them.
Organic Production Guides
Robert Hadad, Extension Vegetable Specialist
Cornell Vegetable Program

Organic Production Guides for fruits, vegetables and dairy are available through the NYS Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program. They outline general practices for growing vegetable and fruit crops using organic integrated pest management techniques.
Video: Flea Beetles

Flea beetles are a common vegetable pest affecting peppers, cucurbits, sweet potato, potato, peas, beans, beets, tomato, corn, turnip, pumpkin, melon, eggplant, and others. This short video gives you some general information about this pest.
Nightshade Management Reduces Crop Loss
Julie Kikkert, Team Leader, Extension Vegetable Specialist
Cornell Vegetable Program

Depending on the crop, nightshade can reduce crop yields, harbor diseases, and cause crops to be rejected by processors. Learn about the species of nightshades in NY, physiological differences between them, emergence and growth information, and control strategies.
How to Count Nodes in Succulent Green Peas
Julie Kikkert, Team Leader, Extension Vegetable Specialist
Cornell Vegetable Program

The application of post-emergence herbicides to succulent peas must be made at certain growth stages. Learn how to properly count nodes in succulent green peas.


Upcoming Events
Vegetable Pest and Cultural Management Meeting for Auction Growers (Ontario)

June 27, 2023
Rushville, NY
This on-farm meeting will feature pest management in fresh market vegetables in both field and greenhouse (high tunnel) vegetables, primarily for those growing for wholesale auction. A hands-on demonstration of weed, insect and disease identification in vegetables including management options such as inter-row cover crops, grafting and, where appropriate, spray options will be used to educate growers. Details on each topic will focus on field observations at the farm.
DEC recertification credits will be offered (1.75 credits in categories 10, 1a, 23, 24).
Vegetable Pest and Cultural Management Meeting for Auction Growers (FLPA)

July 12, 2023
Penn Yan, NY
This meeting will feature pest management in fresh market vegetables in both field and greenhouse (high tunnel) vegetables, primarily for those growing for wholesale auction. A hands-on demonstration of weed, insect and disease identification in vegetables including management options such as inter-row cover crops, grafting and, where appropriate, spray options will be used to educate growers.
DEC recertification credits will be offered (1.75 credits in categories 10, 1a, 23, 24).
Vegetable Pest and Cultural Management Meeting for Auction Growers (Seneca)

August 2, 2023
Romulus, NY
This meeting will feature pest management in fresh market vegetables in both field and greenhouse (high tunnel) vegetables, primarily for those growing for wholesale auction. A hands-on demonstration of weed, insect and disease identification in vegetables including management options such as inter-row cover crops, grafting and, where appropriate, spray options will be used to educate growers.
DEC recertification credits will be offered (1.75 credits in categories 10, 1a, 23, 24).