dry bean food product A dry bean food product refers to a bean product made from a Phaseolus species plant whose seeds are harvested at complete maturity. FAO notes: "Only species of Phaseolus should be included, though several countries also include certain types of beans. Commonly classified as Vigna (angularis, mungo, radiata, aconitifolia). In the past, these species were also classified as Phaseolus." pulse food product common bean food product