Blackeye bean, Vigna unguiculata, is the main type of cowpea grown in California. Originally from Africa, these beans are also known as black-eyed peas in the southern United States. The primary markets for California-grown, high-quality blackeyes include the dry-packaged and canning industries, with a smaller market for certified planting seed stock. Tables clearly illustrate key areas of cultivation concern including Boron and salinity sensitivity of varieties; fusarium, nematode, and cowpea aphid resistance; and fertilization needs. In addition to the cowpea aphid, pest management covers lygus bug, armyworm, and spider mites, with an emphasis on integrated pest management approaches.

Blackeye bean, Vigna unguiculata, is the main type of cowpea grown in California. Originally from Africa, these beans are also known as black-eyed peas in the southern United States. The primary markets for California-grown, high-quality blackeyes include the dry-packaged and canning industries, with a smaller market for certified planting seed stock. Tables clearly illustrate key areas of cultivation concern including Boron and salinity sensitivity of varieties; fusarium, nematode, and cowpea aphid resistance; and fertilization needs. In addition to the cowpea aphid, pest management covers lygus bug, armyworm, and spider mites, with an emphasis on integrated pest management approaches.