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.

PULSES 25/
Dry Peas Panel

Relive the Dry Peas Panel at Pulses 25, where leading experts, producers, and market analysts will explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the peas sector.

Farmers pull back on peas, moisture fears disappear, and the impact of tariff shocks/
A dive into 2025’s Canadian pulse panorama

Marlene Boersch of Mercantile Venture discusses changing acres for peas and lentils, promising conditions for farmers, and what long-term tariffs could mean for trade.

The tariff wars continue/
Canada faces trade blow as China imposes heavy tariff on pea imports

After the announcement that the Chinese government has decided to place a tariff of 100% on Canadian dry peas, we take a look at the trade quantities affected and speak to experts to find out what might happen next.

China puts a 10% tariff on US dry peas/
Is there a market storm on the horizon?

In a retaliatory move, China has announced a 10% tariff on an array of imported US goods. With US dry peas affected by the tariff, what does this mean for China’s imports in 2025? We take a look at the numbers, speak to experts and find out what to expect.

Russia Pulse Harvest Update/
Pea, lentil and chickpea yields and the impact of weather

We spoke to experts in the industry about acreage, production projections, and the extent to which weather has impacted both volume and quantity

Dry Peas Market Update/
Macau Pulses Congress panel recordings

Our experts take an in-depth look at the main dry pea producers, covering supply and demand information, pricing and market behavior.

Russia 2024 pea crop/
AgPulse Analytica on the possibility of bumper production

Gaurav Jain reports on the outlook for Russian peas this year after increased planted area was undercut by weather-impacted yields.

GPC Argentina Pulses Update webinar recording/
Now available for members only

Missed the action at the Argentina Pulses webinar? Catch up now with the recording, available exclusively for GPC members.

Argentina Pulses Update/
GPC members-only webinar

Join GPC’s members-only event, the Argentina Pulses Update on Wednesday, August 21st at 12pm GMT. Learn more about the 2024 dry bean harvest, the economic situation & logistics, the dry pea and chickpea planting, and much more!

Global Dry Peas Market Update/
Pulse Atlas report

Bringing together Pulse Atlas, government and industry data, we present the situation as it stands in the global dry pea market, looking at production and consumption across the biggest global players.

2024 Canadian pea stocks hit lowest level in two decades/
AgPulse Analytica Market Update

A recent Statistics Canada report confirms industry suspicions of record low pea stocks. With harvests still a long way off, AgPulse Analytica explores the current impact on markets and what it means for the future.

Pulses 24/
6 insights from the panels and speakers in New Delhi

Industry leaders from all quarters of the pulses industry gathered in New Delhi on February 14-17 for the Pulses 24 convention. We bring together 6 takeaways from the event.

Pulses 24/
Dry Peas panel

Who are the main importers of Russia’s record yellow pea production and how did the export tax impact trade? How will Chinese demand pan out in 2024 and will India open up imports? USA domestic consumption is increasing, what are the driving factors? How will peas play into feed markets? Explore these topics and more with the Dry Peas panel.

Pulses 23/
The Dry Peas panel

Our experts provide an overview of the global dry peas market, covering the key producing regions, the supply and demand scenario, facts shaping the trade landscape, and much more.

Market Update/
India Removes Tariffs for USA Chickpeas & Lentils

“Carryover will be very, very tight”/
2022 post-harvest crop report on USA dry peas, lentils and chickpeas

Farmers and traders hoped not to see a repeat of last year’s drought and low yields, and in the most part, this year’s dry pea, lentil, and chickpea crops have delivered. Luke Wilkinson reports.

Americas Pulses Congress/
Attendee List

Discover some of the people you’ll meet in Cancun! We have an attendee list. Check it out!

The Pulses for Health Alliance/
Pulse-Based Solutions to Malnutrition in Latin America

A joint effort between USDBC and USA DPLC, Alianza Leguminosas aims to raise awareness of the benefits of pulses as a way to tackle issues of obesity and malnutrition in Latin America. Luke Wilkinson reports.

A guide to India’s Kharif season/
How policy, rainfall and predictability can affect pulses planting

Jesse Sam spoke to Sachin Khurana, India Representative of the USA Dry Pea and Lentil Council to get an update on Kharif planting and learn about the factors that affect farmers’ choices and yield outcomes.

The outlook for Canada’s 2022 pulse crops/
Acreages are down but production set to increase on last year

In this report, Dario Bard speaks to members of the Canadian pulse industry for an overview of the 2022 crop, touching on acreages, production estimates and price as well as the factors currently affecting the region.

GPC Pulses 22/
Dry Pea Panel

Whether you missed it or want a reminder, you can watch a recording of the Pulses 22 Dry Pea session online now!

GPC Pulses 22/
The official program is here

We’re looking forward to seeing you all at Pulses 22 in under 10 days and are excited to share with you the official convention program. Packed full of panels featuring some of the biggest industry players and plenty of opportunities to network and catch up, Pulses 22 marks a wonderful return to in-person events.

The CSCA Convention 2021/
Day 2

The GPC covered the CSCA’s Pulse and Special Crops Convention 2021 on September 8 and 9, 2021.

Join us!/
The Global Pulse Confederation’s First Ever Ask the Experts: South America

Event is scheduled for July 29, 2021.

GPC Pulses 2.1/
Dry Pea Panel

The recording of the Pulses 2.1 global Dry Pea session is available now!

GPC Pulses 2.1/
Event Link is Now Active!

Join us at the largest virtual event for the global pulse industry!

A champion of the pulse industry/
Gordon Bacon steps down as CEO of Pulse Canada

GPC members reflect on Gordon’s legacy of leadership and wish him well as he moves on.

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Just as with the bean crop earlier this year, dry conditions and freezing temperatures knocked down the yields of the country’s chickpea and dry pea crops.

From the Global Pulse Industry/
A Special Thank You to Andrew Jacobs

The Chairman of Poortman officially retired at the end of October.

Pulses 2.0/
Dry Pea Panel

The panel addressed major aspects of both the supply and the demand side of the global pea balance sheet and highlighted changes from previous years.

Market Update/
Argentina 2020 Dry Pea Planting Report

Strong green pea prices generated grower excitement, but dry conditions curbed seeding intentions.

Pulse Production/
A Global Perspective

What the data tells us about current trends and what the future might hold for pulses.

Pulses 2020 Preview/
Global Pea Outlook

The global pea trade is in a state of flux as India pursues pulse self-sufficiency and new uses emerge.

GPC and IGC/
High-Level International MOU Spotlights the Health, Nutritional and Environmental Values of Pulses

Under the MOU, the Global Pulse Confederation and the International Grains Council agree to share information and explore other opportunities for collaboration

Market Update/
Russia’s 2019 Pulse Harvest

GPC reports on the country’s recently harvested pea and chickpea crops.

Market Update/
Canadian Pulse Growers Struggle to Wrap Up Harvest

As October comes to a close, the pea and lentil harvests are nearly complete, and the bean harvest is past the halfway mark.

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With the pulse harvest well underway, GPC checked in with the Northern Pulse Growers Association.

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StatCan releases its first yield and production forecasts.

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For the week ending September 1st, the dry pea and lentil harvests continued to advance, and the dry bean harvest got underway.

Market Update/
Canada’s Pulse Crops

The pea harvest is underway in Canada’s Western Prairies. August weather conditions have been generally wet and cool.

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For the week ending August 11th, the dry pea harvest continued to advance, and the lentil harvest got underway.

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For the week ending July 28th, good weather conditions prevailed across the major pulse growing regions.

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For the week ending July 21st, pulse crops were blooming across the major growing areas.

Market Update/
North America’s Pea, Lentil and Chickpea Crops

How weather and market access issues set the stage for this year’s crop.

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Anxiety in the US agricultural sector/
Trade War and Government Shutdown Hit U.S. Ag

About Market Uncertainty/
And Search for Options

By Martin Chidwick

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).

Pulse Canada:/
Second Phase of Pulse Promotion Launched in North America

By Pulse Canada

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.

“Importing works best for the market right now”/
Zooming in on China’s pulses trade

China is a global giant in the dry pea market. Weihua Meng, Managing Director of Nanjing Bonagro, tells Aniqah Majid about the importance of strong trade relationships and why importing is more profitable.

“Close interaction between growers and traders is crucial”/
Onur Vatan on an uncertain 2023 for Ukrainian pulses

Representing Ukrainian agribusiness at the GPC’s World Pulses Day event in Poland, Onur Vatan knows the importance of collaboration in times of crisis. We talk to him about what 2023 holds for the Ukrainian market.

There’s potential in Bangladeshi pulses/
USDA’s Megan Francic spills the beans on this often overlooked market

Pulses are a huge part of the diet in Bangladesh but domestic production has long been stagnating. The USDA’s Agricultural Attaché gives GPC readers some insights into the market.

The changing US demand and pulse growing in the Palouse/
An Interview with Mike Anderson of Anderson Northwest

Kira Nash spoke to Mike Anderson of Anderson Northwest in Washington state, USA, about company philosophy, the changing landscape of the North American market and the opportunities on the horizon in the post-Covid future.

Bringing homegrown pulses back into British kitchens/
Hodmedod’s Nick Saltmarsh on the power of the fava bean

Hodmedod’s co-founder and fava bean enthusiast Nick Saltmarsh on the fragility of food supply chains and why pulses hold the key to a more sustainable future.

"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.

Thoughts on the outlook for Canada’s 2020-21 dry pea crop/
And a sneak peek of the Pulses 2.0 Global Peas Outlook session

Marlene Boersch, the co-founder and managing partner of Mercantile Consulting Venture, discusses her personal and professional background.

Pulses, No Longer an Orphan Crop/
An Interview with Huseyin Arslan, GPC Outgoing President