Growing guide · Field crops
Faba bean
Vicia faba
Domestic protein crop (6,300 ha in 2025). Sown deep and early.
Key figures
| Item | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Sowing / planting | early, soil at least 6 °C | [2][3] |
| Sowing depth | 6–8 cm | [2] |
| Seed rate / spacing | about 60 viable seeds/m² (e.g. Kontu 210–250 kg/ha) | [2] |
| pH | no exact value in the sources | |
| Harvest | when pods are black; do not dry below 14 % | [2] |
| Crop rotation | every 4th year (3–5) | [2] |
The full guide (care, pests, beginner and professional tips) is currently in Finnish. The figures above are the same and come from the sources below.
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These are general guidelines. Always check the variety, seed packet or fertiliser instructions and current regulations.