Pulse shipping in focus/
5 of the best and worst of this year’s pulse logistics

In a globally connected system of logistics, every swing in fortunes leaves winners and losers – it can be smooth sailing or rough seas for pulse traders, depending on the year. To get a balanced perspective, we spoke to industry insiders to cover a mix of the positives and negatives of shipping in 2025.

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!

“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.

AgPulse Analytica market update/
Analyzing Chinese 2023 pea imports and the outlook for 2024

Gaurav Jain of AgPulse Analytica looks in detail at Chinese pea demand in 2023 and comments on the possible outcomes for the trade in 2024.

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.

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.

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

The food security situation in Russia & Belarus/
Self-sufficiency, logistical headaches and economic instability

GPC Belarusian journalists explore the cause of rising prices in the two countries, the possibility of food shortages and the pulse situation in Russia.

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.

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/
India to allow imports of Russian lentils for 6 months

GPC Pulses 2.1/
Shipping & Logistics Outlook

Recording now available.

GPC Pulses 2.1/
Event Link is Now Active!

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

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After the initial complications caused by COVID-19, the shipping and logistics industries have largely recovered. Are there bottlenecks still to resolve or coming down the pike?

GPC and GAFTA/
Strengthening the Global Food Chain During COVID-19 Pandemic

COVID-19 Pandemic Impact on Food Security

Market Update/
Argentina’s 2020 Dry Bean Planting Season

Strong prices saw more hectares seeded to beans this year, but a dry spell quashed all hopes of repeating last year’s high yields.

The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Container Shipping/
An interview with AGT Poortman's Dennis Siyver

AGT Poortman Dennis Sivyer talks about his experience sourcing product during the coronavirus outbreak.

Market Update/
Many Challenges for Pulse Trade in Brazil

By Marcelo Eduardo Luders

Mexican beans and chickpeas in 2024/
Sahid Hernandez on the impact of drought and a fluctuating peso

We talk to Sahid Hernández, Trade Manager for Agroservicios Terminel, about black bean imports, this year’s chickpea acres, and the potential for change in the USA/Mexico trade relationship

India desi chickpea & lentil imports, prices and demand/
9 insights with Sahil Agarwal

The Partner at Signature Oilseeds shares his outlook on the import situations for desi chickpeas and red lentils.

‘Brazil is having a very good year for exports’/
9 questions with IBRAFE’s Najla Souza

Lara Gilmour chats to the Director of Institutional Relations at IBRAFE about exports, consumption and sustainability in the Brazilian market.

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 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.

Mexican kabuli markets in 23/24/
"Chickpeas could disappear in Sonora if the lack of water continues”

David Larios, CEO of Aliansa, sat down with the GPC to discuss the recent drought’s effect on seedings, ongoing issues with shipping, and how water scarcity is changing the landscape for Mexican Kabulis

Could 2024/25 see a shift away from grains to pulses?/
Brian Clancey’s perspective on global markets

Brian Clancey shares insights into 2023’s global pulse production, the Russian and Chinese markets, and what tracking yellow pea numbers tells us about the plant-based boom.

“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.

‘There’s a global insecurity affecting the entire supply chain’/
Arbaza’s Pietro Schisler looks ahead to 2023

Arbaza’s senior global account manager, Pietro Schisler, reflects on Brazil’s dry bean production and exports for 2022, emerging Brazilian plant-based food brands and his expectations for the future.

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.

An expert overview of lentil & chickpea markets/
Brian Clancey looks ahead to the Americas Pulses Congress

Ahead of his analyst role at the Americas Pulses Congress, Brian Clancey gives Luke Wilkinson a sneak peek into what he’ll be discussing at the event and how he uses data to make predictions.

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.

Pulses or pecans?/
The situation for Mexican chickpea farmers in 2022

A senior business developer at Comercializadora Columbia in Mexico City, Ricardo Ocejo Sandoval knows a thing or two about the pulse trade. He sat down with Luke Wilkinson to talk about new African markets, the pitfalls of international logistics, and the threat posed by pecans, as commodity prices waver.

Delta Corp’s Cem Bogusoglu/
“Pulses 22 is obviously the biggest event and showplace of the pulses industry.”

“GPC events allow us to share more exact information regarding our harvests"/
Sahid Hernandez on the modern chickpea trade

As trade manager of one of Sinaloa’s most important chickpea traders, Sahid Hernandez has a lot to say about the modern chickpea trade. Speaking with Luke Wilkinson, she shared some of her insights about the shipping crisis in Mexico and why it's quickly becoming a plant-eater’s paradise.

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.

An interview with Rebecca Bratter/
Global industry unity in the face of unprecedented challenges is critical

Kira Nash spoke with Rebecca Bratter from the US Dry Bean Council about the Council’s recent challenges and triumphs and about the past, present, and future of the dry bean industry.

Trade Talk with Toms Mathew/
"We’re very keen to meet our partners from around the world at Pulses 22.”

An interview with Mattia Pedon/
Why Italy’s pulses market is not as small as it seems

Kira Nash caught up with Mattia to discuss the situation of the pulse market in Italy.

Robots, research and rising nitrogen prices/
iSeeds' Tony Dever is ready for anything the pulses industry throws at him

Tony Dever of Australia's iSeeds spoke to Madaline Dunn about navigating turbulent times, his positive outlook on the pulses industry and his decision to establish a business focused solely on pulses.

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 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 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.

European self-sufficiency can be a reality - but it will take years/
Henk van Leeuwen on the complications of EU tariffs

Henk van Leeuwen joined the company in 1990 and Kira Nash spoke to him about EU tariffs, European self-sufficiency, the French pulses market and the shipping 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.

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.

The journey towards a more plant-based planet/
Arjan Geerlings on the limitless benefits of pulses

Kira Nash spoke to Arjan Geerlings from Herba Ingredients about their move into pulses, organic and allergen-free production, and the current market situation.

Opportunities in plant protein & an acquisiton by Ardent Mills/
Kyle Hinrichs on the future of Hinrichs Trading Co.

Kira Nash spoke to Kyle Hinrichs of Hinrichs Trading Company about their recent acquisition by Ardent Mills, the state of the chickpea industry and what exciting innovation the future holds for pulses in value-added.

Kelle Horn of Pacific Rim Shipbrokers/
The logistics crisis and having women at the helm

Kira Nash caught up with Kelle Horn of Pacific Rim Shipbrokers about her business and the implications of the global shipping crisis on trade.

Mediator, consultant and arbitrator/
Morten Guldager on why you should use the GPC Pulses Contract

Kira Nash spoke to Morten Guldager about his work in arbitration, consultancy, and meditation for the pulse industry. In light of the shipping crisis, Morten discusses the intricacies of being in the middle and what he has learned from his life in the industry.

David Lever from AGT Foods Africa/
South Africa’s pulses consumption and next year’s harvest

With the Crops Estimate Committee (CEC) predicting a fruitful harvest for South Africa next summer, Kirsten Provan spoke to David Lever from AGT Foods Africa to find out what this means for the industry.

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.

Andrea Gomez of Progranos/
An overview of Mexican beans and chickpeas

Andrea Gomez is the commercial director of Progranos, a Mexican company trading in corn, beans, soybeans and chickpeas. This week, she chatted to the GPC’s Ana Krepp about the Mexican pulses industry.

Trade talk with Karim Asaad/
The importance of community support in the pulses industry

Speaking from his Kimpex International office in Cairo, Brooks & Kempton’s founder and CEO talked to Madaline Dunn about trade, perseverance and the importance of community support in the pulses industry.

No gray areas/
Samuel Peck’s black-and-white outlook on the pulses industry as it stands

Kira Nash had an in-depth conversation with Samuel Peck, who has a long history in the pulses industry and now works at Jack’s Bean International, a network of three processing companies in the United States that specializes in beans and popcorn.

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 Dan Holben/
Logistics, teamwork and being ready for anything

GPC reached out to Dan to discuss the current logistics situation, overcoming barriers, and the importance of driving forward the public’s awareness of pulses.

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.

Innovation in the industry/
USDBC'S Rebecca Bratter on change, trends and success

Facing the challenges/
Agrocorp’s Mostyn Gregg on the 20-21 season and his predictions for next year

Currently Head of Pulses at Agrocorp International, Mostyn Gregg has been a key player in the pulses industry for over 12 years.

Trade Talk with Manuel Hernandez/
What 24 years in the business teaches you about crises

What experience teaches us: How someone with 24 years in the business deals with crises

Trade Talk with Gurav Bangeja/
India Reopening

The director of Saibaba Agrilink Pvt. Ltd. on the reactivation of India’s HoReCa sector, the imposition of stock limits, kharif sowing progress and more.

Dealing with Drought/
An Outlook on 2021 U.S. Pulse Exports to Colombia and Peru

In advance of his presentation at the GPC’s Ask the Experts South America, we chatted with Esteban Davila of JM Grain.

Pedro Cortes/
Diversification in Covid Times

Pedro Cortes of Akila group on leveraging their global network in a crisis and the outlook for this year's Brazilian bean crop.

COVID-19 and the Black Sea Region’s Pulse Trade/
An Interview with Denis Plenkin of Agropa Trading

The CEO of a leading brokerage firm dealing in pulses from the Black Sea region weighs in on what to expect in 2020-21.