Member Organizations

The following organizations contribute funding to the USA Dry Pea & Lentil Council:


  • Idaho Pea & Lentil Commission

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    The Idaho Pea & Lentil Commission (ID Commission) was established July 1, 1965, to manage the funds collected from the assessment on dry peas, lentils and chickpeas. The seven-person board allocates funding for research, domestic and international marketing, government affairs and education.

    Board Members

    • Pat Smith, Chair, Grower
    • Richard Grant, Vice Chair, Grower
    • Kevin Meyer, Grower
    • Jay Anderson, Grower
    • Dennis Dau, Grower
    • Dirk Hammond, Handler
    • Michael Parrella, ex oficio IDSDA

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  • Washington Pulse Crops Commission

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    The Washington Pulse Crops Commission was created under the Washington State Enabling Act of 1961, and a board was established July 1, 1965, to manage the funds collected from the assessment on dry peas, lentils and chickpeas. The eight-person board allocates funding for research, domestic and international marketing, government affairs and education.

    Board Members

    • Allen Druffel, Chair, Grower
    • Kirk Hansen, Vice Chair, Grower
    • Kevin Mader, Grower
    • Mike Tee, Grower
    • Nate Hahner, Grower
    • Greg Ferrel, Grower
    • Braidy Haden, Grower
    • Dan Bruce, Handler
    • Scott Steinbacher, Department of Agriculture

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