From what I have learned today, you should get 13-17 quarts from a bushel. Check out these links: http://web.extension.uiuc.edu/regions/srd/nutrition/ToMarket_2009.pdf http://www.unc.edu/~rowlett/units/scales/bushels.html
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purple hulled peas are a common type of field pea, yes.
cook it idiots!
purple hull peas grow in a long pod and each pod contains about 5-8 peas. It is pretty simple, you just crack the pod open and the peas fall out. Make sure to blanch them before you freeze them.
The price of a quart of pinkeye purple hull peas can vary depending on the season, location, and whether they are fresh or frozen. Generally, fresh purple hull peas might cost between $3 to $5 per quart at local farmers' markets or grocery stores. Prices can fluctuate, so it's best to check local sources for the most accurate pricing.
The purple coloring is from the pigment anthocyanin. This is a beneficial antioxidant that is contained in most purple pigmented vegetables such as purple broccoli, purple cabbage, and eggplant and in fruits such as currents, raspberries, and grapes. This pigment is not in most green pea varieties and is only present in the hulls of the purple hulled pea and not in the green peas themselves.
I'm not sure about a gallon but I am currently growing purple hull peas and I have been selling then by the bushel and have been getting $18 for unshellled and $22 for shelled. Some people in my area (Alabama) have been getting as much as $24 and $25 a bushel. Hope this helps......Lori :)
Lightly steamed for just a couple of minutes. Freshness and flavour are delicate flowers; don't attack them with heat.
As of my last update, the price of a bushel of purple hull peas in Alabama can vary based on factors such as the season, demand, and local market conditions. Typically, prices can range from $30 to $50 per bushel. For the most accurate and current pricing, it's best to check with local farmers' markets or agricultural reports in Alabama.
Roughly two dollars a pound in the shell. So, around 20 pounds of peas in the shell per bushel should bring around 40 dollars a bushel.
Shelling a bushel of purple hull peas by hand typically takes about 2 to 4 hours, depending on the individual's experience and efficiency. Factors such as the freshness of the peas, the shelling technique, and the number of people working can also influence the time required. However, with practice, many find they can shell a bushel more quickly.