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.

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/
Global mung beans trade dynamics

With Myanmar eyeing record production, China holding steady on imports, India emerging as a key supplier, and African origins facing reduced output, the mung beans panel shed light on the shifting flows and challenges of this vital crop. Watch the full session for the detailed outlook.

The shifting prices of pigeon peas/
A closer look at a market correction

Tur dal prices plunged — and no one’s panicking. Why what looks like a collapse may just be a return to normal.

7 facts about the Australian mung bean harvest/
Live from the fields!

We sat down with James Hunt, President of the Australian Mungbean Association (AMA), to get a picture of the harvest as it happens. Rain rocked the crop in March, but optimism remains for a strong finish.

World Pulses Day 2025/
People across the globe celebrated pulses

February 10 marked World Pulses Day 2025 under the theme "Pulses: Bringing diversity to agrifood systems". From Ukraine to Myanmar and Perú to Singapore, here's a roundup of events from various places.

Black Matpe Update/
GPC free webinar

Join GPC’s free event, the Black Matpe Update Webinar, on Wednesday, February 5, at 12 PM GMT. Discover the latest insights on production and quality in India, Myanmar, and Brazil, including logistics and economic challenges, Southeast Asia demand, price outlook for 2025, and much more!

Pigeon Peas Update/
GPC free webinar

Join GPC’s free event, the Pigeon Peas Update Webinar, on Wednesday, December 18, at 12 PM GMT. Discover the latest insights on production and quality in India and Myanmar, exports to India from Asia and Africa, logistics and economic issues, and much more!

Myanmar pulse exports strong in 2024/
Over 395 kMT of black matpe shipped in 5 months

In the first five months of 2024, Myanmar's exports of black matpe (urad) and pigeon peas (tur) have significantly increased due to strong demand from India.

“India is on a growth path”/
A conversation between President Iyengar and Secretary Khare of India’s Ministry of Consumer Affairs

In a dynamic conversation attended by GPC Board members and national association leaders, President Iyengar and Secretary Khare discuss Indian consumption, policy changes and much more.

Global Pulses Price Report/
April 22-26, 2024

Get a weekly update on the latest pulse prices. Explore market trends for red lentils, yellow peas, chickpeas, black matpe, mung beans, pigeon peas, and faba beans from Canada, Australia, Russia, and Myanmar.

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/
Pigeon Peas panel

Has India’s rabi production been enough to take some of the pressure off pigeon pea supplies? How is pigeon pea planting expected to pan out in East Africa? Will Myanmar’s production of black matpe stay at the highs of the past two years? Explore these topics and more with the Pigeon Peas Panel.

IPGA Knowledge Series webinar coverage/
Rabi Pulses Sowing Scenario and Tur Outlook 2023-24

Pulse Industry Dynamics Unveiled: Challenges, Collaborations, and Future Initiatives. IPGA's Webinar Delivers Key Insights for Sustainable Growth, read the coverage for more insights.

AgPulse Analytica zooms in on Indian pigeon pea demand/
Will imports hit a new record in 2023?

Gaurav Jain takes a close look at pigeon pea production in India and the scenario for imports going into the next quarter. With the domestic crop predicted down, import volumes could reach record levels.

Pulse Atlas data in focus/
India’s fluctuating green lentil imports

India’s green lentil imports are subject to significant fluctuations due to their close link to pigeon pea S+D. We look at Pulse Atlas data and talk to experts to get an outlook for the rest of 2023.

Pulse Atlas data in focus/
Myanmar’s black matpe production up 88% since 2021

Pulses 23/
The Pigeon Pea and Black Matpe panel

Will Myanmar and East African volumes of Pigeon Peas be sufficient to meet the Indian demand? How will trade be affected by the political situations in Myanmar and Pakistan? Will strong Indian demand influence sowing in East Africa? Our experts share their insights on the main Pigeon Pea & Black Matpe markets.

Room for improvement/
unleashing the potential of the mungbean

The ACIAR-funded International Mungbean Improvement Network (IMIN) project is now in its second phase, working with countries across the world to tailor new mungbean varieties to local conditions and markets, and improve food, income and nutrition security.

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.

Market Update/
Indian government opens import of Tuar and Urad until March 31, 2023

Igrain’s Rahul Chauhan clarifies the details of India’s decision to extend imports of certain pulses

Resilient Tanzania/
Defies the pandemic, tops pulses exports

When the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared COVID-19 a pandemic and almost the entire world moved into lockdowns, Tanzania went against the grain with the government deciding to try a relaxed method of containing the virus by leaving the economy largely open.

GPC Coverage/
OATA Myanmar Webinar

On Friday January 7, 2022, the OATA Myanmar hosted a Tuar & Urad Webinar, hosted by Mr. Vatsal Lilani and featuring panelists from both Myanmar and India.

Market Update/
India’s Tuar Pigeon Pea Market, December 27, 2021 to January 1, 2022

IGrain India wishes you a Happy New Year. IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.

Market Update/
India's Pigeon Pea Market, September 6-11, 2021

IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.

GPC Coverage/
IPGA Knowledge Series - 2021 Kharif Urad, Mung and Tuar Overviews

On August 27 2021, the IPGA held their Kharif Sowing 2021 Knowledge Series, an online webinar featuring key speakers from India’s pulse industry who gave important insights into the 2021/22 kharif crop. The GPC attended the webinar and is providing full coverage for all members. Find the 2021 Sowing and Acreage outlook here.

AgPulse Analytica Market Update/
Ramadan Bonanza for Australian Chickpea Farmers

Ahead of Ramadan, Gaurav Jain gives an update on the Australian Desi chickpea crop and subsequent pricing, supply and demand scenarios.

Trade Talk/
An Interview with G. Chandrashekhar

The senior editor of the Hindu Business Line on the advance of the southwest monsoon, pulse stock limits and more.

GPC Pulses 2.1/
Event Link is Now Active!

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

Market Update/
An Early Look at India’s 2021 Rabi Chickpea and Lentil Crops

With harvest at about the mid-point, the GPC checks in with industry sources on the ground.

Market Update/
India’s Pigeon Pea Market, January 25 - 30, 2021

IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.

Market Update/
India’s Pea Market December 28, 2020 - January 2, 2021

IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.

Market Update/
India’s Urad Market, December 21-25, 2020

IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.

Market Update/
India's Pigeon Pea Market

IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.

Market Update/
India’s Urad Market, November 16 - 21, 2021

IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.

Market Update/
India’s Mung Market November 9-13, 2021

IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.

GPC Pulses 2.0/
Myanmar Market Outlook

To discuss what the short- and long-term future holds for Myanmar’s pulse industry, the GPC has brought together an all-star panel led by moderator and analyst Sunil Patwari.

GPC Pulses 2.0/
Black Matpe, Pigeon Pea & Mung Beans Global Outlook

The government of India continues to delay the issuance of import permits for toor and green mung beans. What is behind this delay?

GPC Pulses 2.0/
Desi Chickpeas Panel

India hiked the minimum support price for chickpeas by 4.7%. How might this impact rabi season sowing?

Market Update/
India’s Black Matpe Market, September 9-16, 2020

IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.

Market Update/
Status And Prospects Of Myanmar Pulses

By Shyam Narsaria, Ceo, Arvee International Pte Ltd.

Market Update/
In India, Policy Uncertainty Grips Pulse Trade

By G. Chandrashekhar, Global Agribusiness and Commodities Market Specialist

Market Update/
India’s Policy Intervention Upsets Global Pulse Market

By G. Chandrashekhar

Shyam Narsaria/
Prospects for Myanmar Pulses

By Shyam Narsaria CEO, Arvee International Pte Ltd.

Martin Chidwick/
‘Together We Stand - Divided We Fall’

By Martin Chidwick Red River Global Ingredients

“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.

“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

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.

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

India mung production, demand for kidney beans and trade with Africa/
8 insights from JKT Foods’ Raj Thakker

Lara Gilmour talks to Raj Thakker, Executive Director of JKT Foods to get his insight on mung beans, India-Africa trade and the potential of new South American suppliers.

Indonesia’s pulse market/
Mung beans, kidney beans and the balance between domestic and imported product

Soumaya El-Filali speaks to Vony Sintiawati, founder of PT Sinar Indo Agro Pulses about the country’s mung and kidney bean production and imports as well as the different market segments for imported and domestic beans.

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.

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.

“We expect India to open green mung imports soon”/
A production and export outlook for Myanmar’s pulses

Shyam Narsaria, CEO of Arvee International and head of OATA Myanmar, talks to Luke Wilkinson about the upcoming pulse seedings, black matpe stocks, and how pigeon pea prices are behaving.

“The Pulse Atlas is unique - a must for the industry”/
Sunil Patwari on why collaboration is key to progress

Sunil Patwari, Managing Director at Singapore-based Seasons Overseas talks to Sonia Sharma about the importance of collaboration, emerging African markets and developing the Pulse Atlas.

Developments in the Pakistani market/
Bilal Doni on lower acreages, decreased consumption and new import routes

Bilal Doni, Head of Sales and Trading at Doni and Company talks to Sonia Sharma about the Pakistani harvest, developments in the pulse import market and how Ramadan could impact demand.

“It’s all to play for in the coming weeks”/
Will Watchorn on Canada’s crop and feed markets across the globe

Global Head of Pulses at Viterra and newly appointed GPC Board member Will Watchorn on the future of processing, the threat of El Niño and what’s on the cards for feed demand in 2023

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.

Trade Talk with Bharat Thakkar/
“I use insights from GPC conferences to help shape my trading strategy”

“I use insights from GPC conferences to help shape my trading strategy for the upcoming months” - Bharat Thakkar

Trade Talk with Iuri Bruns/
How his discovery of a hangover cure increased Brazil's mung bean exports

The CEO of Samba Foods gives the GPC an in-depth look into the Brazilian market and the inner workings of his company.

Trade Talk with Jorge Fernandez Gil/
EU regulations are affecting Peruvian exports but domestic demand is ever-increasing

The Peruvian market may be facing challenges from the EU but Jorge Fernandez Gil says new doors are opening for Agro Fergi’s exports and domestic demand is ever-increasing.

Trade Talk with G. Chandrashekhar/
India's Pulse Sector in the New Year

In our continuing series of conversations, the senior editor at the Hindu Business Line provides an update on rabi sowing progress, discusses the COVID-19 situation in India and takes us behind some of the recent headlines.

Trade Talk with Faisal Anis Majeed/
The challenges and opportunities of the Pakistani pulses industry

With a population of over 220 million — the fifth largest in the world — Pakistan is one of the most significant importers of pulses in the world.

Trade Talk with Shyam Narsaria/
Myanmar’s changing pulses landscape

Shyam Narsaria is CEO of Arvee International, a Singapore-based pulses trader with deep interests in Myanmar. Jesse Sam caught up with him in late-October to find out more about Myanmar’s recent agreement with India and to understand some of the key trends shaping the market.

Trade Talk with Rajat Sarda/
The Maximum Retail Price Idea

The director of Rajat Agro Commodities on how this tool can help India control pulse prices.

Trade Talk/
Rajiv Naaram of Rathnam Brothers

The head of Rathnam Brothers on India’s decision to lift quantitative restrictions on pigeon peas, black matpe and moong.

Trade Talk/
Aggarwal Impex’s founder Sangeeta Aggarwal

Aggarwal Impex’s founder believes the algorithm-based allocation of import quotas for pulses could mark the beginning of a more transparent system.

Trade Talk with G. Chandrashekhar/
India's Import Outlook for 2021-22

The senior editor of the Hindu Business Line discusses India's import outlook for 2021-22.

Trade Talk with Gaurav Jain/
Insights on pulse markets

The founder of AgPulse Analytica shares his insights on pulse markets and where he sees the industry heading.

Balasubramanian Mani/
"India is a long way from attaining pulse self-sufficiency."

The international commodities broker says India is a long way from attaining pulse self-sufficiency.

Trade Talk/
G. Chandrashekar on India in the Time of COVID-19

How the world’s top pulse market is dealing with the coronavirus pandemic.

The future of Myanmar's pulses trade/
An interview with Shyam Narsaria

Pulses from Myanmar/
An Interview with Tun Lwin

The Chairman of the Myanmar Pulses, Beans and Sesame Seeds Merchants Association talks about his country’s pulse industry.

As Canada’s New Crop Comes In, Quality is a Concern/
An Interview with Marcos Mosnaim of Globeways Canada Inc.

The early scoop on this year’s pulse crops from one of Canada’s leading pulse processors and exporters.