Created by a vote of Montana pulse crop producers, the Pulse Crop Research & Market Development Program was put into place to address pulse producer need and issues in Montana. The program will be funded by a check-off on all Montana grown dry peas, lentils, chickpeas and fava beans.

The check-off program is administered by the Montana Department of Agriculture, which receives advice from the six-member Montana Pulse Crop Committee. The committee invites proposals to fund research and market development projects to address Montana's pulse industry needs and opportunities.