Dry edible beans are predominately grown in western Nebraska due to the arid climate in that region. The crop usually is grown under irrigation. When the plants have dried down and are ready for harvest, the plants are cut close to the ground in the early morning while they’re covered with dew. The whole plant is allowed to dry in windrows before being combined. The combining process breaks the pods open and separates the dry edible beans from the plant material. After harvest, the beans are delivered to local processors where they are graded, cleaned and packaged for shipping to canners, grocery stores and overseas markets.