North Carolina boasts the longest bean ever grown on record — 48.75 inches — as well as 1.6 million acres of farmland devoted to soybeans alone.

There’s lots to love about these late summer legumes. They are star nitrogen fixers, water efficient, packed with protein and fiber, and make excellent companion crops to many. We love to see the variety grown by our local farmers — Dragon Tongue, Chinese Long Bean, and the good old fashioned Green Bean. 🫛💚 #beans #greenbean #summer #locallygrown #farmerfoodshare