School meals/ England puts pulses on children’s plates every week Beans, lentils and chickpeas are set to become a regular feature of school meals in England, with new standards requiring them at least once a week. The rules also expand their role as a protein source, including in vegetarian options. Published on September 14, the changes mark the first major update to England’s school food standards in more than a decade.
Policy & sustainability roundup/ July 2025 From major international summits and policy shifts to renewed advocacy and industry achievements, July was a landmark month for the pulse sector. Here’s your complete overview of the key developments shaping the landscape.
GPC and GAFTA/ Strengthening the Global Food Chain During COVID-19 Pandemic COVID-19 Pandemic Impact on Food Security
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.