Lagging research, Egypt’s rise, and how export duty cuts could squeeze acres/ Argentina’s pulses at a crossroads 3, final insights While climate has been Argentina’s bean industry’s nemesis in recent years, government changes to export duties may prove just as damaging to pulse acres long-term. In the end, what is the future of Argentine beans?
Is a comeback on the cards?/ 6 insights into Argentina’s 2025 bean seedings We sat down to chat with Ivan Martin of Alimar to discuss Argentina’s bean crop this year. Ivan talks optimism after a tough 2024, favorable prices, and why he’s keeping a keen eye on the weather.
North America Beans & Chickpeas Update/ GPC members-only webinar Join GPC’s members-only event, the North America Beans & Chickpeas Update Webinar, on Wednesday, October 9, at 3 PM GMT. Discover the latest insights on dry bean & chickpea production, weather impact on harvests, export prospects, and much more!
The 2023 Argentinian pulse harvest/ Alubia and black bean production down significantly Looking at Pulse Atlas Data and talking to trade experts, Luke Wilkinson gives an overview of the outlook for Argentina’s pulses after a drought-impacted harvest.
Pulses 23/ The Colored and Speckled Beans panel How will Argentine exports to Brazil evolve in the second half of this year? What are the main destinations for US exports? How will political and currency factors affecting trade in Ethiopia pan out in 2023/24? Our expert panelists share their exclusive industry knowledge.
South America’s most exciting plant-based startup?/ Tomorrow Foods’ holistic future for food & farming The Argentinian startup is set on building a better future for farmers, consumers & the planet, replacing traditional animal products with locally-sourced, pulse-based alternatives.
Market Update/ Report on Argentina’s 2021 Dry Bean Crop With the harvest all but wrapped, CLERA shares its observations on beans that have arrived at processing plants.
Argentina’s Pulse Crops/ CLERA Hosts Virtual Conference The fifth edition of CLERA’s annual Argentine pulse conference attracted more than 1,500 attendees from 17 countries.
Market Update/ Argentina 2020 Dry Pea Planting Report Strong green pea prices generated grower excitement, but dry conditions curbed seeding intentions.
Market Update/ Argentina’s 2020 Dry Bean Harvest More beans were seeded this year than last, but adverse weather impacted yields and grain size.
CLERA Hosts Pulse Seminar/ Ahead of Argentine Election Held in the major chickpea growing province of Cordoba, it was the most highly attended CLERA event there to date.
Market Update/ Argentina’s 2019 Chickpea Planting As of July 1, CLERA reports that 95% of the chickpea crop has been seeded.
Agreements/ Argentina Opens the Chinese Market for Blueberries and Dried Peas As part of a mission of the Ministry of Agro Industry to China, Argentina opened the Chinese market for fresh blueberries and dried peas by the signing health protocols with Chinese health authorities (AQSIQ).
“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.
A hopeful future for pulses/ Agustina and Rita Villafañe of Argencrops discuss the challenges and opportunities of bean production in Argentina The Villafañe sisters, at the head of Argencrops, talk to Luke Wilkinson about beans, brand new markets, and the trials and tribulations of working in Argentina’s remote production hub.
The pulses landscape in Argentina/ An Interview with Ramiro Berraz Legumbres Argentinas has been a producer and exporter of pulses for nearly 20 years, an early pioneer paving the way for pulse exports from Argentina to Europe.
A promising landscape/ Mirko Geremia on the future of Bolivian pulses Mirko Geremia is a Brazilian pioneer in the Bolivian grain market and is the owner of Safras Corretora de Cereais. In an interview with Ana Krepp, he reveals the steps he took to become an important agent in the grain industry in Latin America, drawing parallels between markets in the region.
Words of wisdom/ Sergio Rafaelli on Argentina’s pulses market and a life in the industry Sergio Rafaelli, general manager of Wenstrade SA, has held 5 Presidency terms at the Argentine Chamber of Pulses and is an Executive Member of the GPC. In an interview with Ana Krepp, he reflects on a life spent in the industry and shares some wisdom.
"We see a very positive outlook for pulses on the world stage"/ Trade Talk with José Macera, Founder and CEO of Desdelsur The company started 35 years ago exporting mainly black beans to Mexico; today, despite the economic hardships brought by the global pandemic, the company continues to find ways to grow.
"I’ve always been interested in working with farmers"/ An interview with Horacio Fragola Alicampo’s founder talks about his company’s successful strategy with growers and the outlook heading into Argentina’s pulse planting season.
Growth Through Diversification/ An Interview with José María Lázara As the new year gets underway, we reflect on how far the global pulse industry has come with the former GPC president.