In case you missed it/
Pulses Policy & Sustainability roundup October 2025

October 2025 featured GPC representation at major summits, important data on consumption and two new initiatives with promising benefits for planetary diets and smallholder farmers. Here’s our roundup of the developments in policy & sustainability.

Shanghai Pulses Congress recordings/
Wang Zhenzhong - Opening speech

In his remarks, the President of China National Association of Grain Sector highlighted China’s achievements in grain and pulse development, the role of CFNA in strengthening industry standards, and the drive toward sustainability, innovation, and food security. Watch the full recording.

“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.

Policy & sustainability update/
May 2025

From policy to the plate, here’s how we’ve been advancing pulses and the future of food systems worldwide—engaging chefs, driving climate action, celebrating innovation, and more.

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.

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?

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.

How fiscal recovery may squeeze pulse profits/
Argentina’s pulses at a crossroads, part 2

With seed, labor and other costs rising in the country, even the stability brought by reduced inflation may not be enough to provide profits for farmers. How will the local industry adapt?

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.

GPC Board of Directors Application/
Represent your country and bring your ideas to the table!

We kindly invite all GPC members to submit their applications to be part of the GPC Board of Directors. Due date: February 17, 2025 (5 PM GMT).

Welcoming 2025/
A year of growth and opportunity for the Global Pulse Confederation

In this piece, GPC President Vijay Iyengar welcomes new CEO Ryan Perkins and outlines the organization’s priorities for 2025, including positioning pulses as a climate solution and growing membership.

Trade and Nutrition: Exploring the Nexus/
Highlights from the WTO Annual Agriculture Symposium Panel

Along with other figures from agrifood, GPC President Vijay Iyengar participated in a World Trade Organization panel exploring the intersection between trade and nutrition, highlighting the importances of pulses in the nutrition transition.

“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.

World Pulses Day 2024/
Nourishing soils to nourish people

Celebrate World Pulses Day on February 10! We’ll be hosting a press conference live on February 14 from New Delhi where key players will discuss this year’s theme: ‘nourishing soils to nourish people’.

GPC at COP28/
How we’re getting involved

At GPC, we know that pulses are key to creating a sustainable future. This year, we’re headed to COP28 to drive the message home, getting involved at various events throughout the week.

Huseyin Arslan/
To receive Lifetime Achievement Award at GPC Pulses 24

The Lifetime Achievement Award will be given to Huseyin Arslan at the GPC’s Pulses 24 convention in New Delhi, India in February 2024.

Calling all GPC members!/
Apply now to represent your country on the Board of Directors!

We kindly invite all GPC members to submit their applications to become a member of the GPC Board of Directors. Due date: November 27, 2023 (5 PM GMT).

GPC President meets Canadian Prime Minister/
Promoting the global pulse trade for a sustainable future

During a recent visit to Singapore, Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met GPC President Vijay Iyengar, who took the opportunity to discuss the international pulses business with the head of one the industry’s biggest exporters.

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.

Time to upgrade your membership?/
New benefits for Gold & President's Club Platinum members!

What are you waiting for? Upgrade your membership to Gold or President’s Club today and make the most of the new benefits that add even more value!

Market Update/
India Removes Tariffs for USA Chickpeas & Lentils

Sustainability and Innovation/
GPC gives industry awards to pulse pioneers at Pulses 23 in Sydney

At the recent Pulses 23 convention held in Sydney, Australia, the Global Pulse Confederation (GPC) announced the winners of its inaugural awards the Golden Chickpea Innovation Award and Green Pea Sustainability Leadership Award.

“Seeing a woman in the agri-food space encourages other women”/
The FAO & IAFN women-led Accelerator Mentorship Program

We speak to Robynne Anderson about her involvement in the program as well as some of the mentees about the power of support networks and knowledge sharing to empower communities.

The Beans is How Coalition/
“Tiny but mighty, charming but disruptive – beans are the future we are hungry for.”

The SDG2 Advocacy Hub launched the Beans is How Coalition at COP27, an ambitious campaign aiming to double global bean consumption by 2028. Willow Shah-Neville speaks to members of the coalition about how they plan to achieve their goals.

World Pulses Day 2023/
Sustainable food for a sustainable future

Celebrate World Pulses Day on February 10 by raising awareness about the benefits of producing and consuming pulses! Watch GPC online events on February 8 & 10 at which President Cindy Brown will be speaking.

Calling all GPC Indian members!/
Apply now to represent India on the Board of Directors!

We kindly invite all GPC members from India to submit their applications to become a member of the GPC Board of Directors. Learn how to apply in this article.

GPC President Cindy Brown/
"4 reasons I’m attending Americas Pulses Congress"

GPC's President Cindy Brown talks about GPC Conferences and gives us 4 motives to register for the Americas Pulses Congress.

The Canadian women driving innovation in pulses/
Big Mountain Foods receives 1.4 million in government funding

Bronwen Evans speaks to Jasmine Byrnes, VP of women-owned Big Mountain Foods 2 Ltd and female members of the Canadian government about recent investment into the new Soy-Free Fava Bean Tofu.

The growing appetite for plant-based meat in China/
What’s driving the change and what does the future hold?

China is gearing up for a diet change. Madaline Dunn looks at why plant-based eating is on the rise in one of the most carnivorous countries, and the impact of the transition on China and the world.

A study in home comforts/
The curious link between Venezuelan immigration & black bean consumption

Sanna Hirvonen reports on increasing black bean consumption in Colombia and Peru caused by Venezuelan immigration and what this says about the importance of food as identity.

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.

‘Young Professionals are the future of pulses’/
Tala Mobayen on the internship program & the Canadian market

Women in Pulses is a new feature aimed at highlighting the experiences and expertise of the women in the industry and encouraging more women to join them. Tala Mobayen kicks off the first edition.

Pulses 23 confirmed for Australia/
Join us in Sydney on May 28-31 for the industry’s biggest global event

The global pulse industry’s biggest convention is going Down Under! On May 28 - 31, 2023, we’re heading to Australia to host Pulses 23 at the beautiful Hyatt Regency Darling Harbour Hotel in Sydney.

“The real issue for trade is the fuel shortage”/
The impact of the Sri Lankan crisis on the pulses sector

Sri Lanka is facing its worst economic crisis since independence in 1948. Speaking to GPC members, Matteo Cusimano and Jesse Sam reports on how this is affecting the pulses sector.

Looking back on the container crisis/
Experts in South America weigh in on whether rates will return to normal soon

Are shipping costs finally falling? Luke Wilkinson explores how the pandemic helped create container chaos, and whether freight rates are making a slow, but steady return to normal in 2022

GPC members remember Paul Lambert/
“A legend and a pioneer in the world of agriculture trading.”

The GPC offers our deepest condolences to the family of Paul Lambert, who passed away this month. Members of the Board of Directors share thoughts and memories of Paul Lambert, former GPC President and influential industry figure.

Wrapping up a successful convention/
Check out the highlights from Dubai in our Pulses 22 post-event report

The report brings together a convention summary, sponsor & exhibitor feedback and reflections from President Brown as well as links to session recordings, presentations and the full list of delegates.

Science is key/
How Chippewa Valley gets farmers to grow more beans

Across partnerships with the Universtity of Wisconsin, Chippewa Valley Bean is collaborating on research into how to grow more beans and grow them more sustainably. Through the valuable insights gained, company President Cindy Brown reflects on what it takes to move agriculture into the future. Kira Nash reports.

Transforming global food systems with young people at the helm/
ProVeg International launches Youth Board

ProVeg International, a non-governmental food awareness organization, working to change global food systems, recently announced the launch of its Youth Board. Comprising ten young activists from across the globe, the Youth Board will promote ProVeg's goal of reducing meat consumption by 50% by 2040 under the banner "Diet Change Not Climate Change."

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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

APP partners with AGT & Thomas Foods/
South Australia set to lead the pulse protein revolution

A company-led consortium is set to establish one of the world's largest plant protein hubs in South Australia following a significant investment from the Australian government. Led by Australian Plant Proteins (APP) with partners AGT and Thomas Foods, the project will transform the region into a plant-based protein powerhouse.

Market Update/
India may formulate long-term policy to enhance pulse production 

GPC Coverage/
UN FAO World Pulses Day

February 10, 2022 marked the 4th annual World Pulses Day and the UN FAO held a 2-hour webinar in which both key industry players from worldwide organizations and young influencers bringing about positive change at a global level were invited to speak.

Pulses 22/
Postponed -New date TBC

GPC’s Executive Committee has made the very difficult decision to postpone the Pulses 22 convention.

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

Event is scheduled for July 29, 2021.

UN Food Systems Summit/
Promoting Pulses

A message from GPC President Cindy Brown.

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.

“The favorable pricing of pulses remains significant for our producers”/
And more reasons why Ukrainian pulses are gearing up for growth

We caught up with Antonina Skylarenko, president of the Ukrainian Pulse and Soybean Association to get the scoop on the country’s bold moves in 2025 — a fresh soybean-pulse alliance, new trade doors opening with China, and the outlook for pulse acres in the region.

Will kidney beans come back with a bang in 2025?/
A chat with Charles Wachsmuth of Chippewa Valley Bean

Dried up global stocks for kidneys, the resurgence of Chinese acres, and the threat posed to pulses by the escalating trade war.

Lika Khoptyanets on Black Sea markets/
“Kazahkstan had massive quality issues due to lack of experience”

Lika Khoptyanets, Commodity Trader at Agroleader Europe LLC and Pulsar Trading talks to GPC about export prospects, the harvest in Ukraine and Kazakhstan and logistics surrounding the Black Sea.

“It’s an industry that keeps you on your toes!”/
CFT Corporation on staying ahead of the game in shipping

Steven shares his insights with Luke Wilkinson about the spot market mentality, the value of using technology to predict the future, and his concerns about an end to US dollar dominance.

Innovative logistics, grower relations and sustainability/
The future is bright for Chippewa Valley Bean

Charles Wachsmuth, vice-president of kidney bean giant Chippewa Valley Bean, chats with Luke Wilkinson about new markets, crippling steel tariffs, and some creative solutions to the shipping crisis.

“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.

“We've seen the pulses industry mature into a professional business”/
Peter Wilson on his time on the GPC Board

As his time on the GPC’s Board of Directors comes to an end, Peter Wilson of Wilson International Trade speaks to Jose Martins about the upcoming harvest and what he’s learned from 30 years in the industry.

Prity Malde Kara:/
The future is bright for Madagascar’s pulses industry

Kira Nash spoke to Prity Malde Kara from Malagasy trading company Malde Kara about the changing climate, yields, and the great future of Madagascar’s pulses.

Greg Cherewyk of Pulse Canada/
“Attending GPC events is all about creating a global network of like-minded partners”.

Pulse Canada is a national association that represents the growers, processors, and exporters of peas, beans, lentils, chickpeas, and faba beans. Ahead of the upcoming Pulses 22 convention, Kirsten Provan spoke to Greg Cherewyk, President of Pulse Canada, about the 25 by 25 strategy, the current demand for Canadian grown pulses, and opportunities for growth in the industry.

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.

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.

A unique market/
Carlo Scazzola on canning pulses in Italy

Kira Nash spoke with Carlo Scazzola, president of Italian brokers Agras Pulses, which was established in 1984 as part of Agras group and deals largely in pulse exports into Italy, about Italian consumption, export issues and the intricacies of the canning industry.

"It may be a turbulent time but there's hope for the future"/
Rajendren Gnanasambanthan on Sri Lanka's pulse market

Jesse Sam caught up with Rajendren in early 2022 to get his perspective on a turbulent time for Sri Lanka.

Required reading/
Mark Uebersax discusses the 2nd edition of his book Dry Beans and Pulses: Production, Processing, and Nutrition

“Pulse crops are the unsung heroes in the realm of food and agriculture production, and much additional education regarding the basic and inherent properties of pulses is required to further the adoption and utilization of these commodities. We hope our book can provide that.”

From Argentina to the world/
Eugenia Campanelli on KC Agribusiness and her career in pulses

Eugenia Campanelli is the director of KC Agribusiness, formerly KC World Trade. In an interview with Ana Krepp, she shares her experiences with and perspective on agribusiness in Argentina.

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.

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.

Trade Talk with Sudhakar Tomar/
Life’s lessons and his India-Middle East Trading & Investment group

We chatted to Sudhakar Tomar about the India Middle East Agro Trade Industry & Investment Forum (IMEA-TIIF), of which he is President, and his outlook for the future of pulses.

Harish Tahiliani of Arab India Spices/
Lessons Learned from COVID-19

The managing director for Arab India Spices on how his company reacted to the pandemic.

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.

What the New Year May Bring for the U.S. Dry Bean Industry/
An Interview with Travis Green

Following the challenges of the past two campaigns, ADM’s Vice President for Global Wholesome Ingredients looks ahead to 2021.

Bad weather spells trouble for Mexico’s bean harvest/
An interview with Pancho Gutiérrez

The Agronegocios del Norte president explains how a variety of climate factors, from severe drought to early frosts, have dramatically altered previous production estimates.

Moving Pulses/
An Interview with Stephen Paul of Ray-Mont Logistics

Ray-Mont’s Vice President of Supply Chain Logistics on how the company has grown and changed hand in hand with Canada’s pulse industry.

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The Shifting U.S. Pulse Landscape/
An Interview with Jeff Van Pevenage

Columbia Grain International’s President and CEO on past and present shifts in the U.S. pulse industry.

Expanding Horizons/
An Interview with Roquette’s Jean-Philippe Azoulay

The company’s vice president for pea and new proteins talks pulses in the age of plant-based foods.

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Trade Talk with Vijay Iyengar/
An interview with GPC Executive VP

GPC Interview/
Antonina Sklyarenko from Ukraine Pulse Association

Sabarot Celebrates 200 Years as a Pulse Industry Leader/
An interview with Antoine Wassner

Best known for its Le Puy green lentils, today the company generates €60 million in annual sales and distributes its products to 45 countries.

Women in Pulses/
An interview with GPC President Cindy Brown

In accepting the honor at Pulses 2019 Conference, she thanked outgoing President Huseyin Arslan for his leadership, and all past GPC presidents for leaving her a solid foundation to build on: World Pulses Day, International Year of Pulses and a new type of membership for National Associations among them.

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