Pole lima beans are a local staple for any Delawarean. If you want to get in on the action, now is the time to get your trellises ready (Delaware residency not required)! Pole limas have a long ...

There are two basic types of lima beans, described by the plants they grow on. Bush Type: These lima beans grow on lower-growing bushes. The beans are typically smaller and mature faster. Pole Type: ...

Lima beans are big business for the First State. Delaware farmers plant more lima beans for commercial freezing or canning than any other state in the country, making them a cornerstone crop. Nearly ...

Agriculture officials say a plant pest that can consume row and vegetable crops has been confirmed in Delaware. Secretary of Agriculture Ed Kee said Friday that the kudzu bug has found on pole lima ...

Creating a lima bean with built-in disease resistance to root knot nematodes — parasitic worms that cause crop damage — takes a lot of patience and time, requiring years of breeding and the careful ...