Peas are almost entirely self pollinating, only very occasionally crossing with other plants. Set aside a section of row that is entirely for seed production. To avoid physical mixing up of the seeds, separate different varieties of pea with another crop. Check the row from time to time as the peas grow and pull up any plants that are weak or not true to type.
Let the peas mature until the pods are brown and the seeds start to rattle. Once the pods start to wither, dry them further in the sun. Once the pods are really dry, shell the peas out, label with the variety, date and store in a cool and dark place. Pea seeds will keep for two years.
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