The U.S.A. pulse crop industry is dedicated to robust scientific research to continue to advance dry peas, lentils, chickpeas, and dry beans. Research directed towards enhancing the development of pulses provides a unique opportunity to demonstrate how their increased use and consumption and positively impact agricultural systems, the food industry, and public health. Priority research areas include
| Breeding and Genetics |  |
| Human Nutrition & Health | |
| Crop Management & Sustainability | |
| Economics & Sustainability | |
| Food Technology/Processing & Product Innovation | |
| Extension and Education |
By addressing these priorities, we aim to keep both people and the planet healthy.
pdf Click here to view the Research Strategic Plan (112 KB)
USADPLC Dry Pea & Lentil Council Grant Opportunity
Call for Proposals is Now OPEN
Click here to view the current Call for Proposals for FY 2023/24
General Timeline
| Release of RFP | October 2022 |
| Deadline for Submission | December 5, 2022 |
| Joint Research Review Presentations | week of February 14, 2023 |
| Applicants will be asked to present a brief overview of the proposal. Presentations may be in-person or via video teleconference. The research review will be held in Fargo, ND | |
| USADPLC budgeting process finalized | June 30, 2023 |
| FY 23-24 budgets approved by Board | July 1, 2023 |
| Award notices | Mid-Late July 2023 |
| Contracts with USADPLC and Institutions | August 2023 |
| Research and reporting activity | July 2023 to June 2024 |
| Publications and Final reports due | December 2024 |
Previously Funded Awards:
USADPLC & APA Funded Research FY 2022-23 Download pdf here.
USADPLC & APA Funded Research FY 2020-21 pdf Download pdf here. (404 KB)
USADPLC Funded Research FY 2019-20 pdf Download pdf here. (101 KB)
USADPLC Funded Research FY 2018-19 pdf Download pdf here. (109 KB)
Pulse Crop Health Initiative (PCHI)
Click here to look at previous application materials
The goal of the Pulse Crop Health Initiative is to use collaborative research on pulse crops to provide solutions to the critical health and sustainability challenges facing the citizens of the United States and the global community.
Plans of work are accepted for research pertaining to any/all of the following research areas:
- Human Health Improvement & Chronic Disease Prevention
- Functionality Traits & Food Security
- Sustainability of Pulse Production Systems
Variety Trial Guidelines
Do you lead a pulse crop variety trials program? Here are guidelines set by the industry and a template to include key measurements.
Varietal Program Guidelines pdf Download pdf here. (231 KB)
Varietal Program Template spreadsheet Download template here. (17 KB)
Pulse Samples for Research
Are you conducting a pulse research project and in need of seeds or products to conduct your studies? If so, please fill out our product request form and we'll do our best to help you get what you need!
Product Request Form Download fillable form here.