Pulses Price Report/ Members-Only Access We offer all our members a weekly update on the latest pulse prices for red and green lentils, yellow peas, desi & kabuli chickpeas, green peas, black matpe, and pigeon peas.
India’s tur in focus/ Do rising prices signal a crisis for production? India's pigeon pea prices are climbing as government targets for a larger crop look increasingly unrealistic. Climate concerns have cut expectations, leaving a market clamouring for imports or cheaper substitutions.
India's kharif 2026/ Pigeon pea drought troubles, a record year for imports, and the ‘super’ El Niño threatening rabi prospects We spoke to economist and Indian pulse expert, G. Chandrashekhar, to discuss his predictions for kharif pulses in 2026. We also covered monsoon damage across key pigeon pea regions, the outlook for record imports, and the El Niño risk hanging over rabi chickpeas and lentils.
Dry Peas Panel at Qingdao Pulses Congress/ Black Sea disruption puts a floor under prices Russia-Ukraine logistics, firm farmer selling resistance and shifting demand from China and India are setting the tone for the global dry peas market.
Huawei Yin at Qingdao Pulses Congress/ Turning pulses into higher-value ingredients Pulses are moving beyond traditional food applications as advances in processing open new possibilities for protein, starch, fiber and other functional ingredients. The President of Yantai T. Full Biotech examined how deeper processing and evolving demand for plant-based products are creating new value across the pulse supply chain.
Lentils Panel at Qingdao Pulses Congress/ Logistics and Kazakhstan reshape global supply flows Ample supplies are keeping lentil prices under pressure, but logistics, weather and shifting sourcing patterns are creating new uncertainties across major markets. This panel assessed the outlook for red and green lentils, highlighting Kazakhstan’s growing role in China and Turkey, abundant North American supply and the challenges facing exporters as freight volatility disrupts established trade flows.
Zhang Xiaoming at Qingdao Pulses Congress/ China’s shrinking bean crop points to rising import dependence China’s bean production is on a long-term downward trend, with competing crops and changing growing conditions putting pressure on domestic supply. Zhang of Yian County Huifeng Agricultural Products assessed the 2026 crop and its implications for China’s bean market.
Meng Weihua at Qingdao Pulses Congress/ China’s pulse trade data — and where suppliers are gaining ground China’s pulse trade is undergoing a significant shift, with changing supply origins, expanding market access and evolving demand reshaping the outlook across key commodities. The Managing Director of Nanjing Bonagro highlighted the latest trade trends and the growing opportunities — and challenges — for suppliers targeting the Chinese market.
Qingdao Pulses Congress 2026/ All panel presentations Get fresh insights straight from Qingdao! Catch up on the Shipping & Logistics discussion and the commodity sessions covering chickpeas, lentils, dry peas, beans and mung beans, with perspectives from key producing, trading and consuming markets, and a strong China focus. Only for GPC members.
India looks for resilience/ GPC and Consumer Affairs discuss supply, policy and trade Is El Niño really a threat? Can India keep imports flowing? Could regulation adapt when key supplies tighten? How can consumption grow? How can GPC engage more effectively with the world's largest pulse market? Resilience emerged as the common thread in a conversation that underscored the value of closer alignment between industry leaders and policymakers in shaping the path ahead.
China's yellow pea imports in focus/ Russia, Canada, and the race to supply the world's biggest buyer In the latest instalment of our exclusive China series, we dig into China's yellow pea imports — the global production picture, this year’s supply pressure points, and what it all means for traders, complete with insider insights from key industry voices.
China imposes tariff on Canadian pea starch/ Dry pea trade holds firm—for now China has announced a preliminary tariff on Canadian pea starch, reigniting questions about the durability of the Canada-China pea trade thaw. But with whole pea exports holding steady and industry voices split on the tariff's true motive, the picture is more complicated than it appears.
More pulses, a healthier heart/ New findings strengthen the case for higher intakes 170 g a day of peas, lentils, chickpeas and beans are linked to a significant reduction in the chances of developing hypertension, a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease—the world's leading cause of premature death, according to the WHO. With more than 1.4 billion people affected worldwide, the findings might support future dietary guidelines and public health policies encouraging higher pulse consumption.
Super El Niño 2026/ Can crops ride out the heavy wave coming their way? Global players assess the preparations and potential impact of a so-called ‘super El Niño’ in 2026. From India’s plans for protecting supply to unpredictability in the US bean states and how Australia may sidestep the drought with punctual winter seedings, the race to stay ahead of the weather is underway — and no major pulse-producing region will be untouched by the challenge.
French pulses 2026/ Demand headwinds and record supply across yellow peas and faba beans French pulses enter the 2026 harvest campaign on contrasting paths. Yellow peas are facing softer demand from both feed and food sectors despite stabilising production, while faba beans continue to benefit from strong yields after a record-supply year that pressured prices but found willing buyers. Cyril Gallien of RAGT Seeds reviews the outlook for both markets as harvest approaches.
Pigeon Peas & Urad Panel at Pulses 26/ Supply growth meets uncertain demand Global pigeon pea and urad markets appear adequately supplied in the near term, but weather risks, government policies, trade flows and demand recovery in India will remain key factors shaping prices and market direction in the months ahead.
Dry Peas Panel at Pulses 26/ Demand takes center stage in a well-supplied market As global dry pea supplies expand, market attention is increasingly turning to demand prospects in major destinations such as China and India, as well as the competitive position of key exporting origins.
Pulses drive sustainable nutrition goals in the updated Planetary Health Diet/ The new EAT–Lancet index highlights lentils, beans, peas and chickpeas A new scientific tool designed to measure adherence to the latest Planetary Health Diet recommendations reinforces the growing importance of pulses among the key food groups — for both human and planetary wellbeing.
GPC Awards at Pulses 26/ PURIS and Ardent Mills were recognised for their innovation and sustainability impact From next-generation pea protein applications to regenerative chickpea programs and smarter shipping solutions, this year’s winners reflected the growing diversity of innovation shaping the future of pulses.
Canadian pea and lentils in 2026/ China reopens, India is calling, and ample seedings despite carry-in concerns We sat down with Marlene Boersch of Mercantile Consulting Venture to get her read on the direction of Canadian peas and lentils. She talked about the consequences of the war in Iran, surprisingly high Canadian acres in the face of strong stocks, and why she expects more stability from China after a cessation of economic hostilities.
Canadian peas eye Mexico/ A blueprint for resilient trade After the contraction of the Indian and Chinese markets exposed the risks of buyer concentration, the Canadian yellow pea industry is pivoting toward a more stable horizon. By leveraging the scale of Mexico’s massive feed sector and the structural advantages of CUSMA, exporters are defining a new model for diversified trade.
European Commission released preliminary field peas projections for MY 2026/27/ Regional shifts emerge Production is set to edge lower, as cutbacks in key origins are partially offset by gains in smaller areas.
Ukraine’s yellow pea trade disrupted/ When price stops being enough Ukrainian yellow peas are struggling to secure demand. As buyers prioritize reliability over headline price, this season reveals a deeper shift in global trade dynamics — where logistics, policy shocks, and origin competition are redefining what makes an origin viable.
“Exporting became too unpredictable”/ A deep-dive into US yellow peas and chickpeas in 2025/26 Cameron Underwood, Pulse Merchant for Columbia Grain International, breaks down the US yellow pea and chickpea trade during a turbulent year. He discusses expectations for upcoming seedings, and explores the ways shuttered food aid programmes, Asian trade barriers, and a booming pet food sector reshaped the US pulse market this year.
Pakistan’s overlooked beans market/ Trade flows, regional demand and the cross-border effect This segment operates on its own logic — shaped by localized consumption patterns, shifting supply channels, and intense price sensitivity. It also offers a clear signal of how Pakistan’s import landscape is gradually decentralizing. We spoke with Inam Ur Rahman of Inam Trading Company, based in Swat, to unpack these dynamics on the ground.
Pulse Atlas in focus/ Kazakhstan's lentils may cool after hot streak Over recent years, Kazakhstan has ascended back up the ranks of global red lentil suppliers, ramping up production after some years in the wilderness to become the world’s sixth largest exporter. Sales to export hubs like Türkiye have been revived, driving up farmer interest in planting the crop. However, this year may see a downturn in acres, given a somewhat bearish global market.
USDA commits $75M to pulses in $263M purchase package/ A strategic signal for global trade The allocation injects institutional demand into the U.S. pulse complex at a sensitive stage of the 2025/26 marketing year, reinforcing market stability as the new crop cycle unfolds amid shifting supply dynamics.
The world looks closer at pulses/ World Pulses Day 2026 celebrations Institutions, private companies and communities came together as WPD 2026 marked ten years since the International Year of Pulses, underscoring how far pulses have moved on the global food agenda. Through its “Look Closer” campaign, the Global Pulse Confederation encouraged consumers to rethink everyday food choices, while activities across regions highlighted pulses’ expanding role in nutrition, sustainability and food security.
A pulse trade puzzle for 2026/ Canadian overstock shock, Indian tariff concessions, and why we’re done with crashing prices Brian Clancey, Owner of Stat Publishing, discusses the India/US trade concessions, Canada’s immense overstocks, and why he thinks depressed pulse prices have finally hit their bottom.
Canada–China trade breakthrough/ pea tariffs lifted after Beijing talks bear fruit Negotiations between the Canadian and Chinese governments have led to a bilateral agreement to remove and reduce various import tariffs, including a 100% tariff on Canadian pea imports to China. We continue the story here, giving insights from key industry players in both countries.
Pulses enter the USA–India trade conversation/ Tariffs, trade data, and the narrative gap As negotiations around a long-pending USA–India trade agreement continue, pulses have unexpectedly emerged as a point of discussion. Media coverage has framed India’s 30% import tariff on pulses—particularly yellow peas—as a trade measure directed at the United States, with several reports suggesting the move risks derailing broader bilateral talks. But a closer examination presents a more nuanced picture.
Could diplomacy break Canada’s pea deadlock with China?/ A high-stakes visit to Beijing After retaliatory tariffs were placed on Canadian peas last March, the Canadian government is now beginning talks to restore the trade of peas and canola. Some political groundwork has been laid out, but it remains a long path to bilateral agreement. Canadian agriculture eagerly awaits the results of this, the nations’ second diplomatic meeting in five months.
From nutrition to function/ Is fermentation science unlocking new value pathways for pulses? Fermentation is often associated with tradition, not transformation. Yet new scientific work suggests this ancient process may become one of the most precise tools for reshaping how pulses perform — nutritionally, functionally and, ultimately, commercially. Is innovation in pulses shifting from trend-led storytelling to science-backed changes that can be measured, repeated and scaled?
Huge crop in Canada/ Big yields, bigger carryouts StatsCan’s final MY 2025/26 numbers delivered a shock: yields across peas, lentils and chickpeas came in well above expectations. In a year marked by intense competition, muted demand and geopolitical headwinds, the scale of this harvest raises a tougher question — not how much was produced, but how much can realistically be moved?
The 2025 fiber revolution/ And why pulses are starring it Fiber is no longer just a nutritionist’s talking point: it has quickly become a commercial asset. As health agencies and research institutions elevate the role of dietary fiber in chronic-disease prevention, the nutrient is shaping product development, ingredient sourcing, and the way pulses are positioned in the marketplace. For traders and marketing specialists alike, fiber is emerging as a trait that can reshape buyer expectations — and expand the value story of pulses across food categories.
Could India impose a higher lentil import duty?/ Separating rumor from reality We addressed the speculation around India placing a 30% duty on imported lentils, canvassing views from across the trade. Is a duty really on the horizon, and what would its repercussions be? We asked industry insiders to give us their views.
Lentils Update/ GPC members-only webinar Join GPC’s members-only webinar, Lentils Update, on Wednesday, December 3, at 11 am GMT. Discover the latest insights on harvest updates, trade estimates, oversupply impacts, India’s purchasing trends, and short-term price outlooks across India, Türkiye, Canada, and Australia.
“With mung prices 30% above black matpe, I expect mung production to be higher”/ Myanmar’s pulse seedings in 7 key facts Shyam Narsaria of Arvee International offers an update on the seedings for Myanmar’s most important pulse cycle. He talks black matpe, a good year for green mung, and how India’s import duty is good news for the pigeon pea trade.
Monsoon turns against India’s pigeon pea/ Yet policy keeps doors open Prolonged and intense rainfall across India’s pigeon pea–growing heartland has left widespread damage in its wake, forcing analysts to slash production forecasts for the 2025–26 season. National output could drop by nearly 20 percent from last year — tightening supplies, firming prices, and likely extending India’s reliance on duty-free imports well into 2026.
India’s yellow pea debate intensifies/ Ministries split over import policy and farm protection India’s ministries are divided on yellow pea imports. While Agriculture pushes for higher duties to shield farmers, Consumer Affairs argues that imports help tame food inflation. The standoff could shape prices and trade flows through 2026.
Pulse ingredients are sparking back/ Market growth, segmentation, and the rising role of certified supply chains The ingredients sector is no longer a side note to the pulses trade. It’s becoming a cornerstone of the plant-based and clean-label movement. With demand accelerating across regions and applications, the opportunity is vast — but the future will reward those who can combine scale with credibility: security, quality, functionality, and certified transparency.
Black matpe at a crossroads/ Weak demand meets an uncertain outlook 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.
Weather report/ September 11-18 North Dakota beans ‘hit hard’ by frost, Canadian prairies see harvest delays, and Indian pulses feel the pain of excess rain – this is the week in weather in the pulse-producing zones.
Shanghai Pulses Congress recordings/ Tim McGreevy — USA Overview From rebranding the national council to outlining fresh production forecasts for peas, lentils, chickpeas, and beans, McGreevy’s keynote spotlighted America’s pulse industry and its ambitions to double output and consumption. Tune in for the full update from the CEO of USA Pulses.
Shanghai Pulses Congress recordings/ Keynote U Soe Win Maung — Myanmar Overview Myanmar remains a crucial supplier of black gram, mung, and pigeon peas. In this keynote, Myanmar Pulses, Beans, and Sesame Merchants Association’s Maung offers a comprehensive update on production, exports, and how China and India continue to shape the country’s pulse trade.
Shanghai Pulses Congress recordings/ Innovation & Technology in focus From the digital agriculture revolution and AI-powered platforms to China’s expanding pea protein industry and the rise of plant-based ecosystems, this session highlighted the breakthroughs reshaping production, markets, and consumer choices. Watch the full set of talks here.
Shanghai Pulses Congress recordings/ Lifting the lid on lentils The lentils panel dissected the policies, crops, and trade pressures currently shaping global dynamics: Australia’s weather-driven recovery, India’s chana and pigeon pea influence, Russia’s tight stocks, Türkiye’s export ban… Explore the full exchange for all the insights.
Shanghai Pulses Congress recordings/ Cracking the dry peas code From Canada’s struggles with closed Chinese access to Russia’s expanding acreage, India’s shifting import window, and China’s heavy reliance on Russian supply, the dry peas panel offered a sweeping view of the challenges and opportunities reshaping global trade. Catch the full panel recording here.
The US pulse panorama/ Shifting fortunes in 2025 Columbia Grain CEO Jeff Van Pevenage breaks down the season’s key trends: resilient Montana lentils, softer pea trade with India and China, and steady gains for chickpeas.
“China’s pulse industry will continue to attract foreign clients—and build new partnerships”/ Insights from Cao Derong Pea consumption is diversifying but remains sensitive to trade shifts, quality, and policy. From deep processing to feed, CFNA president unpacks where Chinese demand is heading—and how global players can stay in the game.
The 2026/27 global pulse market in numbers/ Production, stocks and trade across major production centres We sat down with Brian Clancey of Stat Publishing to run the numbers on this season’s global pulse market. He talks us through a smaller North American crop, trade doubts on StatCan’s lentil carryout, and how Canada and Russia are competing for Chinese and Indian pea demand.
Russian pea and chickpea outlook 2026/ Smaller crops, big stocks, and a scramble for safe shipping Rustam Guliev, commodity trader at Top Grain, sat down to talk us through a difficult season for Russian pulses — attacks on Novorossiysk’s grain terminals and the closure of the Sea of Azov have left the southern ports almost unusable since August. We discussed this year’s downsized peas, chickpeas and lentils, the old-crop stocks building up on farms, and how China remains a market Russia can reliably supply.
Ukraine’s large pea crop faces stiff competition and challenges/ “A EUR 20–30 per MT difference in logistics costs can change an export transaction’s commercial viability” Ukraine’s growers produced a large pea crop this year, but fallout from the ongoing war has created transportation and supply chain issues that have weakened the competitiveness of their exports. Lika Khoptyanets of Exim Asia/ Agroleader discusses the complexities of this scenario and what the future may hold.
Ethiopian pulses 2026/ Red beans move south, chickpeas struggle on price, and the Red Sea crisis keeps exporters guessing Tewodros Yilma of Valam Global Trading joined us to talk through Ethiopia's pulse export picture this year. We discussed a steady, high-quality white pea bean harvest, a shift in red kidney beans to Kenya, China's growing role in mung, and the uncertainty of ongoing Red Sea disruption.
Canada's pulse outlook 2026/ Lentils shrink, a September deluge swamps chickpeas, and global supply holds firm Marlene Boersch joined us to talk through Canada's smaller pea and lentil harvest and its ripple effects across the global pulse trade. We discussed a weather-disrupted season, why the market's oversupply fears may be overdone, and the pressure canola and wheat prices could put on next year's pulse acres.
Myanmar's pulse outlook in 2026/27/ Solid seedings, shaky shipping, and a tur shortage on the horizon We sat down to chat with Shyam Narsaria of Arvee international to discuss Myanmar’s pulse expectations this year. He talks us through a strong harvest ahead for mung and black matpe, and a healthy demand picture for pigeon peas after moisture impacts India’s Kharif cycle.
The global pea trade equation is changing/ North America bounces back as Russia competes and China's appetite returns Mike Anderson, President of Anderson Northwest, shares his take on the North American pea market and the shifting dynamics between the big global players in 2026/27. He explains where stocks really stand after a summer of tight supply, why this harvest looks set to deliver after years of weather setbacks, and the quality edge that keeps one key Chinese market coming back for US peas time after time.
Tanzania's 2026 pulses season/ A slow start, a reshaped Gulf trade, and a maturing exchange Tanzania's pulses trade is heading into its 2026 harvest later — and in some cases lighter — than usual, according to Samir Esmail, Director at Afrisian Ginning. He discusses the season's progress, the evolving Tanzania Mercantile Exchange (TMX), and the knock-on effects of Gulf shipping disruption on the country's mung bean trade.
The dry peas puzzle/ What's Argentina's next chapter in China's pea market? Can the country secure its role in one of the world's most competitive demand hubs? Ahead of the Qingdao Pulses Congress, we spoke with Fede Castellini of Southern Seeds Production, one of Argentina's key pea suppliers to China. He discusses stocks, planting intentions, the competitive edge, and what traders can gain from meeting in Qingdao.
Russian pulses in 2026/ Tariff benefits, the upcoming squeeze on acres, and why the Middle East conflict has yet to impact prices Sergey Pluzhnikov, CEO of Russian Pulses Analytics, shares a picture of Russian pulses as we move into the seeding season. We cover the impact of the ongoing conflict in Iran, the tariff-triggered shift in Chinese pea demand, and what to expect from Russian pulse acres as seedings enter their initial stages.
Pakistan’s recalibration/ Adjusting import flows and the path to 500,000 tons of domestic supply Muhammad Ahmed of AWAM outlines Pakistan’s stabilizing pulses market — from critically low 15,000-ton desi inventories to a 51,000-ton yellow pea influx, evolving kabuli import origins, and emerging price windows likely to define the remainder of the season.
Argentinian pulses bounce back/ An alubia, pea and mung panorama for 2025/26 We sat down to chat with Horacio Fragola, Founder of Alicampo, to look at an improved year for pulse yields after consecutive years of drought. We talk about the upcoming pea crop, mung seeding expectations, and Mexico’s move to return a duty imported Argentinian beans.
A landmark December harvest/ Argentina’s green pea production reaches new heights Argentina is on track to deliver its largest green pea crop ever this December, with production projected to hit 264,000 tons—an estimate shared by analyst Adrian Poletti, who points to expanded acreage as the key driver behind this extraordinary surge.
India declares 30% tariff on yellow peas/ Where does this leave the key yellow pea players? The sudden 30% tariff on yellow pea imports into India creates questions around the future of yellow pea prices, availability for other importers, and the repercussions for big pea producers – will the tariff disturb a crucial stream of exports? We spoke with industry experts to understand the impact this duty could have on key market players.
Premium lentil buyer, strong all-round consumer, and a future keystone of African logistics/ A local’s guide to the Moroccan market with Mohamed Rai We sat down to talk to the Founder of Terranex, Mohamed Rai, to get a deep dive on the Moroccan pulse market. He discussed the premium needs of Moroccan consumers, his knowledge of Middle Eastern destinations, and his country’s future as a thriving hub of African logistics.
Weak global demand, a colossal Canadian crop, and Russian peas ‘hit a ceiling’/ Shifting trends in North American pulses ADM’s Orion Roy-Wright discusses the North American harvests and unpacks the forces shaping today’s pulse markets — from smaller U.S. bean volumes and Canada’s record-breaking pea yields to fierce Russian competition and faltering global demand. With oversupply building across continents and key buyers stepping back, 2025 could redefine trade flows across the pulse world.
“China isn’t a market we’ll have this year and lose the next/ they’re opening the door to Argentine peas long-term” Federico Castellini of Southern Seed Production on being Argentina’s largest pea exporter, a big jump in pea acres, and a strong future for Argentinian peas in the Chinese market.
“China’s demand for Myanmar mung has been tremendously good/ We've exported 325 KMT over the last six months” Shyam Narsaria of Arvee International shares what’s driving Myanmar’s pulse sector and what to expect in 2025—plus insights on China’s ever-growing appetite for mung, new suppliers entering the scene, and the critical role of pesticide compliance in export success.
Monsoon hopes, inflation battles, and why India will need a bigger desi buffer/ What to expect from Indian pulses in 2025 We sat down for a chat with Harsha Rai of Mayur Global to talk imports, chickpea prices, and get a big picture view of Indian pulses.
Ramadan supplies, bulk vessel trades, and price trends shaping 2024-25/ A full update on Pakistani pulses With preparations for Ramadan —when pulse consumption doubles— in full swing, abundant supply is tightening liquidity and driving down local prices. Faisal Bumbia of Bombi’s Group provides an outlook on Pakistan’s market dynamics.
Pigeon peas market in India/ How could duty-free extension and self-sufficiency efforts reshape the landscape? With the harvest nearly complete, zero duty imports until March 2026 and a six-year plan for self-sufficiency promise significant shifts. Ankita Parekh, Head of Global Research, Pulses & Specialty Crops at ETG discusses the outlook.
The yellow pea game/ As India’s next import move approaches, Canada weighs its strategy Will India extend its zero-duty import policy — and on what terms? With Canadian farmers firm on prices and acreage, what shifts lie ahead? Is there a market shock on the horizon? Deepak Rawat, Director of Trade at Empros, shares his expert views.
“The Russian government has fixed export duty at 5% to increase pulse exports”/ But will it be profitable? Why now? How could it reshape trade, market confidence, or production dynamics? Sergey Pluzhnikov of Russian Pulses Analytics sheds light on the changes, while also discussing the harvest, India, China, and more.
“Pulses probably wouldn’t be much affected”/ Brian Clancey on the possibility of US import taxes in 2025 We chat to Brian Clancey, Owner of Stat Publishing, to get his insights into this year’s pulse markets, discussing fears of oversupply, changes to US trade policy, and what to expect from Indian import duties.
“It will make sense for Brazil to continue working with India”/ G. Chandrashekar on Indian production and imports Agribusiness journalist and policy expert, G. Chandrashekar, sheds light on India’s rabi season prospects, the potential for Brazilian partnerships, and critical reforms to revive Indian pulse production
Central American red and black beans/ A trader’s view on production, exports and consumption Colombia-based commodity trader Janet Sedan on Central American markets, Argentinian beans into Mexico, and why everyone loses from a hike in US import tax
Australian mung beans in 4 insights/ What factors led to increased production and where is the demand? Insights from GPC members, including James Hunt from Australia Choice Exports, help break down the projected increase in Australian mung production and the impact on markets.
Desi chickpeas, yellow peas, pigeon peas and lentils/ Harsha Rai on the global pulses trade, prices and production The Founder of Mayur Global talks to Lara Gilmour about the Australian desi crop, government lentil stocks and yellow pea markets and pigeon pea markets in India.
India desi chickpea & lentil imports, prices and demand/ 9 insights with Sahil Agarwal The Partner at Signature Oilseeds shares his outlook on the import situations for desi chickpeas and red lentils.
Desi Chickpea Import Situation in Pakistan/ 4 insights from GPC members In a conversation with GPC, Tayyab Balagamwala, Director at Seatrade Group, shares his insights into import expectations for desis into Pakistan.
UK faba beans and peas/ 5 questions with Franek Smith of Wherry & Sons Limited The Associate Director at Wherry & Sons Limited talks to Lara Gilmour about this year’s faba crop and a sustainability act that’s impacting UK agriculture.
Myanmar pigeon pea, urad and mung markets/ “There won’t be an oversupply of black matpe” We talk to Shyam Narsaria of Arvee International about Myanmar’s pigeon pea crops, seeding conditions for black matpe, and the impact of Cyclone Yagi’s devastating rains
“I expect China will come back strong”/ Skane Group on green mung, white beans and the European market Lara Gilmour talks to Vanesa Tejero and Andres Gil from Skane Group about recent developments in Venezuelan agriculture and the lowdown on selling beans in Europe.
Yellow pea futures relaunch in India/ 8 questions with NCDEX CEO Arun Raste The National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX) has relaunched yellow pea futures, effective October 16. We spoke with the CEO about the implications for the pulses market in India and beyond.
Dry bean markets in the USA and beyond/ 10 questions with Pierfrancesco Sportelli The International Trading Manager at Kelley Bean talks to Lara Gilmour about the U.S. harvest, white bean markets and trade with the EU.
Russian pulses harvest update/ 6 insights on peas, lentils and chickpeas We chatted to Tareq Awad, Trader for Fruitimpex, about Russian weather blowing hot and cold, the progress of the harvest, and the state of this year’s lentils, peas, and kabuli chickpeas
Pakistani pulses in focus/ Chickpea, yellow pea and lentil imports with Tayyab Balagamwala The Director of Grains, Pulses and Sugar at Seatrade Group talks to Lara Gilmour about markets in Pakistan and the possibility of India opening to kabuli imports.
The impact of weather on Russian pulse crops/ Omer Cetintas discusses peas, lentils and chickpeas We chat to the Managing Director of Agromer to talk all things Russia, lentils in 2024, and the potential for kabuli chickpeas into India
Argentinian beans, chickpeas and peas/ 7 questions with Horacio Fragola The founder of Alicampo on the impact of the disastrous bean crop and why the situation is brighter for chickpeas and peas this year.
2024 Canadian peas, lentils and chickpeas/ 5 questions with Marlene Boersch The industry analyst shares her take on the upcoming harvest ahead of GPC’s members-only North America peas and lentils webinar on September 5, in which she will participate as moderator.
Australian chickpeas, lentils and potential supply chain issues/ 6 insights with Mandala’s Umang Bagaria The Founder Director of Mandala Trading chats to Lara about the state of chickpeas and lentils in Australia and what a massive crop will mean for the domestic supply chain.
African pigeon pea and chickpea production in 2024/ “The next three months are crucial!” Jahid Nagarwala is the CEO of Dubai-based Alfa Group and has been in the pulses business in Africa since 2005. He talks to Lara Gilmour about this year’s production and how Indian demand for pigeon pea is evolving.
Pulse markets in the Indian subcontinent/ “Stability and predictability are improving” Lara Gilmour chats to Abhishek Agrawal, Pulses Trader at Viterra about Indian yellow pea stocks, the upcoming Russian and Canadian harvests and increasing stability in Pakistan and Bangladesh.
Black Sea pulses in 2024/ 7 questions with ETG’s Kirill Mikhailov The Commercial Regional Manager for Black Sea at ETG talks to Lara Gilmour about yellow pea production in the region, European feed demand and the quality of lentils in Russia and Kazakhstan.
Russia’s 2024 pulses production/ 6 insights from Sergey Pluzhnikov We talk to the Russian Pulses Analytics CEO and Head of Pulses at Temporia Capital LLC to get his key points on lentil, chickpea and yellow pea production in 2024.
Pulses markets in India and beyond/ An interview with Ankit Gupta of Ankit Impex Michelle Dennis speaks to Ankit Gupta from Ankit Impex about the potential of partnerships with Brazil and Argentina, China's increased pulse imports and Russia’s emergence as a significant pulse producer.
North American acres and Chinese pea supplies/ Paola Duncan of Orionsea on what’s in store for 2024 We sat down to chat with Paola Duncan, Co-Founder of Canadian pulse exporter, Orionsea, to discuss climate change's effects on Canadian pulses, Mexican bean scarcity, and why China could be an important player for pea supplies this year.
Rabi crop and Canadian planting trade survey/ See the results of GPC’s market sentiment poll We anonymously surveyed members of the trade to get the market sentiment on lentil and gram crops in India and pea and lentil acres in Canada.
Top Grain’s Ivan Basov on the Russian market/ “The current margins on lentils are the best promotion for farmers” Ivan Basov talks to Lara Gilmour about Russia’s ever-increasing production of peas and lentils, Chinese demand and the factors impacting trade in 2024.
Anurag Tulshan on his goals on the GPC board/ “We aim to ensure India remains an active participant in global trade” Michelle Dennis talks to Anurag Tulshan, a seasoned member of the GPC Board and founder of Esarco Exim Pvt Ltd about the India’s current pulse market dynamics and future prospects.