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!

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.

India market trends report/
February 10 to February 15

As the duty-free import deadline for yellow peas approaches, the uncertainty is reflected in prices. Read on to know all the updates and key factors influencing trade.

India kharif pulse sowing update/
Igrain reports tremendous increase in planted area of kharif crops

Rahul Chauhan on the increased sowing area of pulse crops in the Kharif season, particularly pigeon pea (tur) and black matpe (urad).

Sustainability, digital literacy & transparency/
Understanding the Indian government’s tur dal procurement portal

The e-Samridhi Portal, facilitated by Nafed and the National Cooperative Consumers' Federation of India, offers farmers a seamless process for registration, sales, and direct payments for their tur dal produce.

Right time, right place/
Why the trade context is optimal for GPC Pulses 24 convention in February

There’s never been a better time to attend the pulse industry’s #1 global event - not in small part because of its location in India. Looking at the trade situation, we explain why.

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 Market Update/
India has opened yellow pea imports

Looking at the background and the current situation in India, some days ago Gaurav Jain spoke to experts about the ever-increasing possibility of an easing of pea import restrictions in 2024. Now it is official: India will allow duty-free imports of yellow peas until March 31, 2024, the government said in a notification late on December 7.

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.

“India is on fire - and the West has no idea!”/
The Green Queen on why India is leading the way in future of food

Sonalie Figueiras runs Green Queen, an online news site in the sustainable food space. She chats to Lara Gilmour about pulses’ branding issue and the untapped potential in India.

Reimagining agriculture to address food insecurity/
Regeneration, agroecology and open dialogue

To address growing food insecurity, improvement of farming systems is necessary. Madaline Dunn investigates the different models being explored and finds out why farmers must have a seat at the table.

China’s burgeoning plant-based industry/
A who’s who of the startups paving the way to a greener future

From dumplings stuffed with plant-based pork, to bean-based protein mooncakes, plant-based offerings in China are growing rapidly. Madaline Dunn explores the startups disrupting the meat industry in China.

“Making food better together”/
NUTRIS opens Europe’s first fava protein isolate manufacturing facility

In partnership with SiccaDania, Croatian company NUTRIS is on a mission to position fava beans as a key player in future food systems. Madaline Dunn reports.

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.

It’s all about blending flavors/
Fënn Foods on their plant-based meat alternatives made from mixing pulses

Nicholas Simms of Australian plant-based food brand Fënn Foods talks to Madaline Dunn about using different pulses to create better meat analogs and getting Australians to reduce their meat consumption.

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.

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.

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."

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/
India's Chana Market, March 28 to April 2, 2022

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, March 21-26, 2022

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 Tuar Market, January 31 - February 5, 2022

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 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 Mung Market, November 29 - December 4, 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 15-20, 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 Pigeon Pea Market, November 8-13, 2021

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

Market Update/
India's Chana Market, October 18-24, 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, October 4 to October 9 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 Desi Chickpea Market, August 30 - September 4, 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, August 16 to 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 Bean Market, August 9-14

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 Chickpea Market, August 2-7, 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, July 26 - 31

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 2.1/
Red and Speckled Beans Panel

A global outlook provided by a distinguised panel, lead by analyst Dr. Randall Fairman of Fairman International Business Consulting and moderator Katia Sambin of Chippewa Valley Bean.

GPC Pulses 2.1/
VIP and Featured Speakers, Day III

Recordings now available.

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GPC Pulses 2.1/
Faba Beans Global Outlook

Catch up with all you missed from this dynamic panel!

GPC Pulses 2.1/
Event Link is Now Active!

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

Market Update/
India’s Mung Market, Februaru 22 - 27, 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 Lentil Market February 15 - 19, 2021

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

Trade Talk/
An Interview with IPGA Vice-Chairman Bimal Kothari

The senior IPGA member discusses the association’s five-year exim policy, which calls for “unrestricted imports and exports with a rider”.

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 Mung Market, December 7 - 12, 2020

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

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

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

Market Update/
India’s Lentil Market, October 26-31, 2020

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/
Keynote and VIP Speakers - Day 2, October 1, 2020

Watch again the keynote and VIP speakers' presentations at Pulses 2.0

GPC Pulses 2.0/
White Beans Global Outlook

Watch the recording of this session now on the Pulse Pod!

GPC Pulses 2.0/
Red and Speckled Beans Panel

Demand for red and speckled beans is presently strong, but is this a short- or long-term phenomena?

GPC Pulses 2.0/
Faba Bean Global Outlook

In Australia, with harvest still months away, ABARES estimated the country’s 2020 faba bean production at 418,000 MT. That would be a 28% increase over last year.

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.

Milling, packaging and retailing pulses in India/
8 questions with Udit Jain

Lara Gilmour talks to the Director of Victoria Foods about the company’s history, trends in India’s pulses consumption and how to promote packaged pulses.

“A legend and visionary”/
GPC members pay tribute to Saifuddin Abidali

After the sad loss of Mr. Abidali, GPC members came together to celebrate his life and his career achievements in a series of heartfelt tributes.

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.

Looking ahead to India’s rabi crop/
“The next three months are crucial - pulses will see significant volatility”

Harsha Rai, owner of Mayur Global, on the pigeon pea harvest, how the General Election could impact the pulse market and how millers in India are overcoming higher prices and short supply.

Small changes, big impact/
Meatless Farm on how to reduce your carbon footprint

Madaline Dunn caught up with Michael Hunter, Managing Director of Meatless Farm, to learn more about how the company is making plant-based food more accessible and how going plant-based even one day a week can significantly reduce our collective carbon footprint.

Australia's pulses industry/
Adam Robinson on the country's bright future

Adam Robinson, the general manager of Robinson Grain Trading's Sydney division, talked to Madaline Dunn about his ties to the industry, finding solutions to setbacks, and his positive outlook on the future of Australian pulses.

The plant-based dog food market/
Why it's growing and what role pulses have to play

Madaline Dunn talked to Dr. Guy Sandelowsky about his company OMNI, a plant-based dog food brand that's using pulses to make dogs healthy and the planet greener.

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

“We need to get back to face-to-face business”/
ADM Edible Beans looks ahead to Pulses 22

Madaline Dunn talked to Orion Roy-Wright, trade manager, and Jason Burns, general manager at ADM Edible Beans, to get their insight into the evolution of the pulse industry, how it's coping with recent trade challenges, and what's ahead for the company

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

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.

Trade Talk with Harish Tahliani/
"Pulses 22 is a big milestone for the GPC and Dubai is ready to play host”

Arab India Spices is one the world’s largest pulses processors. Based in Ajman (UAE), the company exports to over 56 countries around the world and has been at the vanguard of the pulses sector in the Middle East since 1986. Jesse Sam spoke to Harish Tahiliani, Group MD, about his leadership of the company and its current operations.

For the love of lupins/
The Lupin Co's David Fienberg on the next big plant protein

Speaking to Madaline Dunn from his factory in Perth, David Fienberg, founder and Chief Lupinologist at The Lupin Co, talked about the increasing popularity of the lupin bean, changing diets in Australia and supporting the global effort to popularize lupins for human consumption.

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.

Lupins for a longer life/
Skinnybik's Dr. Antigone Kouris on the health benefits of lupins

Madaline Dunn spoke to Skinnybik's founder Dr. Antigone Kouris to hear what she's learned about pulses from 30 years working as a dietitian and academic and her passion for promoting lupins in the food industry.

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 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.

Harnessing the power of the lupin bean/
Tarwi's Cata Gorgulho tells us how

This week, Madaline Dunn chatted to Tarwi's Cata Gorgulho to learn about the company's inception, its mission to popularize the lupin bean and how small dietary changes can have a big environmental impact.

Trade Talk with Dr Maria Saarela/
Pulse innovation at Adelaide's new plant-based food incubator laboratory

This week, Madaline Dunn talked to Dr Maria Saarela, Research Director in Food Sciences at the South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI), to learn more about Adelaide's new plant-based food incubator laboratory, the exciting research ahead and the challenges of working with pulses.

Trade Talk with Nick Goddard/
Pulse Australia and the upcoming harvest

Madaline Dunn spoke to Nick Goddard, CEO of Pulse Australia, to learn more about the upcoming Australian harvest, the industry's resiliency and his projections for pulses looking forward.

An interview with Carlo Suy/
The company’s history and the highlights and challenges of his career in pulses

Kira Nash spoke with Carlo Suy, the recently retired former head of Belgian and international brand Casibeans to discuss the company’s history and the highlights and challenges of his career in pulses.

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.

Gonzalo de la Cierva of Industrias Racionero/
An in-depth look at the Spanish pulses market

This week, Luke Wilkinson chatted to Gonzalo about his life in pulses, changing tastes, and the present and future of the Spanish market.

Trade Talk with Brendan McKeegan/
Plant protein, innovation, and the circular economy

This week, Madaline Dunn chatted to Brendan McKeegan, co-founder and director of Australian Plant Proteins (APP), about plant protein projections, innovative tech and APP’s commitment to sustainability.

Legumbres Luengo Hits the Century Mark/
An Interview with Pedro Luengo

With a hundred years of history and tradition behind it, the company looks beyond the COVID-19 pandemic to the future of Spain’s pulse industry.

Filling a Niche/
An Interview with Cristobal Lopez

The General Manager of Comercializadora de Granos Los Arbolitos shares some insight into the Mexican yellow bean market.

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.