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.

U.S. kabuli exports surge to Spain and Pakistan/
How are supply, quality, and shifting demand fueling record trade in 2025

Weaker domestic production in Spain and quality issues in Canada have redirected international demand toward U.S. origin, while competitive prices and reliable quality have consolidated its position. With record volumes expected by year-end, the U.S. kabuli trade is enjoying one of its strongest performances in recent years.

Import imbalance/
Why Pakistan’s mung bean imports rose sharply in 2024 and early 2025

Maisam Ali looks at market data and talks to traders to get the lowdown on the spike in Pakistan’s mung bean imports in 2024 and the first half of this year.

North American Beans & Chickpeas Update/
GPC members-only webinar

Join GPC’s members-only webinar, North American Beans & Chickpeas Update, on Wednesday, October 22, at 3 pm GMT (8 am Sinaloa / Washington State). Discover the latest insights on production, trade flows, tariffs, and short-term market outlooks across Mexico, the USA, and Canada.

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.

Desi chickpeas webinar recording/
Markets brace for policy, production, and pricing shifts

From Tanzania’s auction-driven exports and India’s delicate balance of domestic supply and import needs, to Australia’s bumper harvest outlook and Pakistan’s Ramadan-driven demand after flood disruptions, we gathered top industry voices to decode the forces shaping the global desi chickpeas market. Get the takeaways, watch the recording!

Desi Chickpeas Update/
GPC members-only webinar

Join GPC’s members-only webinar, Desi Chickpeas Update, on Tuesday, September 30, at 10 am GMT (3:30 pm India / 8 pm Australia). Discover the latest insights on production, pricing, flood impact, trade flows, and short-term market outlooks across India, Pakistan, Australia, and Tanzania.

Canada’s pea acreage is up despite Chinese tariffs/
And it might be no fluke

Dr. Tapasya Jain of AgPulse Analytica explains why farmers may be playing the long game — betting on India, Pakistan, and a fiercely competitive 2025/26 season.

Pea trade with China booms, Brazilian competition looms, and beans bounce back/
Argentina’s 2025 pulse trade in focus

We sat down with Matías Macera of Desdelsur to discuss the 2025 bean harvest and assess the ups and downs of a tumultuous year in world pulses, including Argentina’s big moves in pea exports to China.

Aussie desi chickpeas 2025/
Big yields, tough questions

With India cooling and rivals stepping in, exporters brace for impact. As buyers hesitate and prices soften, how will Australia move 1.9 million tons?

Spotlight on Pakistan’s kabuli imports in early 2025/
A surprising uptick, or a market blip?

Something unusual has surfaced in Pakistan’s kabuli chickpea trade: an uncharacteristic rise in imports during the first quarter of the year. It’s not necessarily a red flag, but the numbers are striking enough to prompt questions about what’s driving buyer behavior.

Tariffs on pulses/
How policy shifts in the USA, China, and India are reshaping global trade

Recent tariff changes by big industry players are reshaping global trade flows and pricing for peas, lentils, and chickpeas. Gaurav Jain of AgPulse Analytica recaps the rapidly evolving landscape.

Chickpea production in Pakistan/
Is the decline set to continue?

With the harvest underway in key districts amid a threatening heatwave, could chana’s outlook shift in the country?

Desi chickpea markets/
The outlook on price, production and supply/demand dynamics

This analysis integrates recent data and trends from multiple sources to provide an overview of the chickpea market, production statistics, pricing trends, and future outlook.

Australian Desi Chickpea Prices/
Pulse Atlas insights into three-month trends

We take a look over the last few months of Australian desi chickpea prices, with Pulse Atlas insights based on up-to-date trade information

Yellow pea prices/
Pulse Atlas insights into three-month trends

Pulse Atlas price charts show the last three months of Canadian and Russian yellow peas. Based on trade reports, we draw some conclusions.

Desi chickpea Australia to India July price survey/
Trade sentiment revealed in a market poll

We take a look at the factors influencing desi prices since India’s policy changes in May and share the sentiment of the trade gleaned from a market survey conducted at the beginning of June

Russian kabuli production rises 135% since 2020/
Pulse Atlas Data in focus

Russian kabuli production has shot up by 135% since 2020 and looks set to continue its upward trend. Exclusive Pulse Atlas data explores the background to this production rise and the changes we can expect in 2024

2024 Global Yellow Pea Markets/
Stocks, Exports, Imports, Acreage, Price and Production Update

India's zero tariffs on yellow pea imports were further extended on May 3. We take a look at the global outlook for yellow peas using the GPC’s exclusive Pulse Atlas data and contributions from expert industry sources.

Russia’s rising influence on the global lentil market/
AgPulse Analytica Market Update

Gaurav Jain explores Russia’s significance in the global lentils trade and how it could become an even more important player in the future.

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.

GPC 2026 & 2027 conventions/
Nominations for locations to be submitted by April 22

Submit your suggestion for the location of GPC’s 2026 & 2027 conventions today!

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 visa info/
Everything you need to know

Learn everything you need to know about getting your visa for Pulses 24 in New Delhi.

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

Pulse Atlas Data in Focus/
Exports stay strong for Uzbeki green mung beans despite 23% production decrease

New data shows that the production of green mung beans in Uzbekistan will drop by 23% in 2023. However, the country’s exports of the crop remain high, with an increasing presence in the Chinese market.

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.

AgPulse Analytica Market Update/
An overview of Ramadan demand for Australian desi chickpeas

Gaurav Jain goes into detail about the current supply and demand situation for desi chickpeas in the key markets leading up to the holy month of Ramadan.

Counting the cost of Pakistan’s floods/
Faisal Majeed on the impact on food security

The floods that have devastated Pakistan this year are a stark reminder of the fragility of our food systems, particularly in countries on the frontline of the climate crisis. Jesse Sam reports.

GPC India Roundtable/
Get exclusive market insights and ask questions live!

Join us for the GPC India Roundtable, a dynamic discussion featuring experts from across the country. Learn more about Kharif crop size and quality, domestic pricing projections, supply and demand situation… and other interesting topics!

AgPulse Analytica Market Update/
Import demand scenarios for Australian chickpeas and lentils in 2022/23

With lentil crops affected by excess rains and chickpea acreages down, Australia’s pulse industry is in for an interesting year. Gaurav Jain provides an overview of the export prospects.

GPC members remember Anis Majeed/
“A star of our industry and a true leader”

Anis Majeed, long-standing member of the pulses industry, sadly passed away this month. In this piece, GPC members pay tribute.

September 14-15 in Warsaw, Poland/
Ukraine Pulse Producers & UkrAgroConsult host Agro&Food Security Forum

Don’t miss the Agro&Food Security Forum, an unmissable event for all pulse industry members. Held in Warsaw on September 14-15, topics will include the food crisis and Ukraine’s pulse production.

Agriculture’s ageing workforce/
Why we need more Young Professionals in pulses

Agriculture’s workforce is ageing across the globe. Initiatives are needed to encourage more young people to get involved, particularly in pulses. Enter GPC Young Professionals. Jesse Sam reports.

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 Ukraine war and the pulses industry/
GPC members share insights

Shipping woes, fertilizer shortages and reduced supplies: Kira Nash talks to GPC members about the effect the war in Ukraine is having on the pulses industry

Russian invasion of Ukraine/
Pressure on an already tight global pulse market

Gaurav Jain of AG Pulse Analytica shares his insight into the effect of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on the global pulse market.

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.

Australia Market Outlook/
Coming soon!

Join the GPC on February 16, 2022 at 5pm AEDT (GMT+11) for our first online Roundtable, in which experts will come together to discuss the Australian market.

Market Update/
Turkish farmers and traders respond to government’s chickpea restrictions

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.

GPC Pulses 2.1/
Event Link is Now Active!

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

GPC Pulses 2.0/
Kabuli Chickpeas Global Outlook

This year, with reduced production in India and Mexico, and lower seeding intentions in the U.S., Canada, Turkey and Russia, there was an expectation that market conditions would improve.

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.

GPC Pulses 2.0/
Red Lentil Panel

Demand is the big question for the red lentil trade in 2020/21. Much depends on developments in India.

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/
Lentils Preview

At a time of great market volatility, the GPC has assembled an expert panel of industry insiders from key origins and destinations.

Pulses 2020 Preview/
Kabuli Chickpeas

Will kabuli chickpea prices turn around in 2020? Don’t get caught out in leftfield! Get the inside scoop from industry experts at Pulses 2020.

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.

The impact of drought/
Turkey’s 2019 Pulse Harvest

Drought conditions impacted this year’s crop yields.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Pulses in Australia, Pakistan and beyond/
9 questions with Jatlee’s Sunil Kumar

Lara Gilmour speaks to Jatlee’s Head of Pulses, Australia, about desi and lentil markets and how he manages the unpredictability of the pulse trade.

Pakistan pulses outlook for 2024/
How the economics are shaping the market

Michelle Dennis talks to Faisal Anis Majeed, COO of Bombi’s Group about the impact of the new government's policies, and the prevailing inflation and forex conditions shaping the pulses landscape.

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.

Adam Robinson on the Australian market/
“We’re expecting 30% higher chickpea acreages given the current pricing”

We chat to Adam Robinson of Robinsons Grain, a family-owned business specializing in grains and pulses both internationally and domestically, about the current outlook for the Australian market.

“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.

“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.

“I see us hitting one million MT in four years - or sooner”/
Tareq Awad on Russia’s 2023 Kabuli chickpea crop

As part of our series on global kabuli chickpea markets, Navneet Chhabra of Global Garbanzo and Dario Bard of the GPC reached out to Fruitimpex’s Tareq Awad to discuss Russia’s 2023 crop.

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.

Tuba Memis on the 2023 harvest/
“Turkish red lentils will be the most competitive in the domestic market”

Tuba Memis, General Manager of Memisoglu Tarim, discusses the Turkish harvest, resilient Russian exports, and why Turkey will be this year’s foremost chickpea provider.

“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

Could Turkey’s chickpea production be down 20%?/
Fethi Somnez on the upcoming harvest and the outlook for red lentils

After his recent appointment to the board, Fethi Sonmez sat down with GPC to share his insights on the upcoming harvest, Turkey’s fiscal health, and why Canadian imports will be subdued in 2023.

Abhishek Kotkar of Gold Star International/
“Destination markets for desis and favas are very limited”

The Director of pulse exporter and Pulses 23 sponsor, Gold Star International, chats with Luke Wilkinson about the lack of liquidity on the Indian subcontinent, the subdued mung market and Australian seeding.

What Pakistan needs to grow more pulses/
Faisal Anis Majeed goes into detail about his country’s unique market

The CEO of Bombi's Group, talks to Aniqah Majid about model farms, political and economic restraints and Pakistan’s unique pulses market.

Climate change, changing consumer demand and competition/
Farhan Adam on addressing the industry’s challenges

Sonia Sharma speaks to Farhan about his success breaking into new markets, the enduring trade relationship between India and Canada, and why Canada dominates in lentils.

Hold on to your hummus!/
Following last year’s claims, we investigate the potential for a 2023 chickpea shortage

Last year’s predictions for a reduction in global chickpea supplies in 2023 made headlines; as we move into the new year, what’s the outlook? Luke Wilkinson talks to experts across the globe to find out.

Pakistan’s foreign exchange crisis/
What has happened and how will it affect pulse imports?

Dwindling foreign exchange reserves have put Pakistan's ability to guarantee imports in danger. Is a solution on the horizon? Luke Wilkinson investigates.

“In the pandemic, I saw the pulse industry’s agility and tenacity”/
Vijay Iyengar on pulses in a post-COVID world

GPC’s Executive Vice President and Chairman of Agrocorp speaks to Dario Bard on his outlook for the global pulse industry as the pandemic subsides.

An interview with Rustam Guliev/
Commodity trader at Russia's Top Grain

Russia had a record harvest this year but the war has caused logistical and banking issues that are making exports tricky. Top Grain’s Rustam Guliev spoke to GPC Belarussian journalists about the situation.

Will Watchorn talks this year’s production/
“The US is on track for a rebound but things can still go wrong in Australia & India.”

Viterra is a multi-national agricultural commodity business that is active worldwide through acquisitions and growth. In terms of volume, it is one of the largest pulse handlers worldwide. As an origin-focused business, Viterra’s model is built around ports and railhead assets at the point of origin. Will Watchorn is Global Head of Pulses and has over two decades of trading experience. Jens Harder caught up with him last week to get his insight on the pulses market as it stands.

Transparency, trust and reach/
DCX Pulses on the benefits of digitalization

Stephen Edkins is CEO of the DCX Group, a digital platform that’s bringing transparency and trust to the global trade in agricultural commodities. Jesse Sam spoke to him ahead of Pulses 22, where the company will introduce its new platform, DCX Pulses.

“It's possible we could be seeing a short supply of chickpeas in the near future”/
Trade Talk with Navneet Chhabra

Returning for a chat with the GPC, Navneet Chhabra, Director of Global Garbanzo, talks to Luke Wilkinson about all things chickpea, from shampoo to innovative new trade routes. Navneet also talks us through the economic shockwave shaking up the pulse industry as a result of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

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.

Carla Mayara Borges de Lima/
Tackling a Brazilian market rocked by obstacles on all sides

The head of Fazenda Nova Geração spoke to Luke Wilkinson on how she’s dealing with fierce competition from soy and corn, the aftermath of drought and a potential fertilizer shortage.

Trade Talk with Mark Schilling/
Blockchain in farming & the importance of provenance

This week, Madaline Dunn talked to Mark Schilling, inter-generational family farmer, partner, and fund manager at AG Schilling & Co to discuss Australian farming, keeping connected to the land and why balance is key.

Jeff Van Pevenage thinks the pulse business is cool/
And he’s not the only one

The CEO of Columbia Grain on why more and more young people are getting into the industry and what advice he’s passing on to his son.

Even after a difficult year, the future is bright for US pulses/
An Interview with Steele & Company’s Candy Willett

Kira Nash spoke with Candy Willett from US-based Steele & Company about the US pulse market, export trends and demand, the removal of EU tariffs, and what 2022 has to offer.

Trade Talk with PB Agrifood/
The Australian pulses market and empowering the youth in agriculture

PB Agrifood is a grain merchant and seed specialist that has served the Australian grain industry for over 40 years. As a family business, the company places a strong emphasis on community and ethics, and is always looking to add value to whatever they produce.

Trade Talk with Tareq Awad/
Russia's Kabuli Chickpea Exports

Tareq Awad of Fruitimpex joins Global Garbanzo's Navneet Chhabra and the GPC's Dario Bard to discuss Russia's 2021 kabuli chickpea crop, as well as how exports are going in the current marketing year and the outlook for the 2022 planting season.

Trade Talk with Umang Bagaria/
The importance of organic growth and the key to success in business

Umang Bagaria, co-founder and director of Mandala Trading, one of Pulses 2022's sponsors, met with Madaline Dunn to talk about the business' roots and how staying excited about business is the key to growth and success.

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 Hunain Khatri/
Trading in Pakistan and the outlook for 2022

Hunain Khatri has more than a decade’s trading experience in Pakistan, spanning everything from chemicals to crops. He is currently MD of SS Indenters’ foreign trading business, where he oversees more than 350,000 metric tonnes in global pulses trading every year. Jesse Sam caught up with him briefly in late December to get his outlook for the first quarter of the new year.

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.

Rustam Guliev/
Trading in Russia and reinventing business models after Covid-19

How Russian exporters have fared with lifting of the export ban into India.

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 Gaurav Jain/
Insights on pulse markets

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

Trade Talk with Abbos Botirov/
Uzbekistan’s Pulse Exports Are Ready to Bounce Back from COVID-19

With the seeding of the first pulse crop of 2021 about to begin, the GPC checks in with the director of exports for Global Export.

Trade Talk with Matias Macera of Desdelsur/
Argentina’s 2020 Chickpea Crop

As part of the GPC’s continuing coverage of kabuli markets from around the world, Matias Macera of Desdelsur talks with the GPC’s Dario Bard and Global Garbanzo’s Navneet Chhabra about Argentina’s 2020 chickpea crop.

From Russia with Love/
An Interview with Tareq Awad of Fruitimpex

Mr. Awad provides GPC readers with a breakdown of Russia’s expanding pulse planted acreage.

Pakistani pulses overview/
An Interview with Faisal Anis Majeed from Bombi's Group

Trade Talk with Navneet Chhabra/
The Kabuli Specialist

Soon after he established his brokerage firm in 2010, Navneet decided he would focus on just one commodity: kabuli chickpeas.