October 2, 2025
The global urad market, like much of the broader pulses sector, has been under pressure. Prices have followed a downward trend as demand remains subdued, with yellow peas substituting for many other pulses due to their exceptionally low cost. Recent heavy rains in parts of India briefly lifted prices, but values eased once again — underscoring how fragile sentiment is.
A key staple in Indian cuisine, black matpe (urad) faces cautious buying sentiment despite a potential 19% YoY price decline from Myanmar and Brazil origins, driven by competition from cheaper yellow peas.
The global urad market, like much of the broader pulses sector, has been under pressure. Prices have followed a downward trend as demand remains subdued, with yellow peas substituting for many other pulses due to their exceptionally low cost. Recent heavy rains in parts of India briefly lifted prices, but values eased once again — underscoring how fragile sentiment is.
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