We’re always excited to see the new developments coming out of the pulse industry as research and technology combine to bring pulses into the future of food. This article rounds up the latest innovations that have caught our attention.

As Indian demand for pigeon peas continues to grow, Tanzania matches with increased production and consistent exports. Exclusive Pulse Atlas data tracks the five-year increase.

In 2024, Australia is projected to generate an estimated 605,000 metric tons (MT) of faba beans, marking a notable decline from the preceding two years, as reported by exclusive Pulse Atlas Data.

With their high protein content and excellent nutritional profile, lupins are primed to become the new power plant protein. We look at its path to becoming a superhero ingredient.

While production has remained low but stable, Chinese Kabuli chickpea imports have risen five-fold since 2018. Market insiders predict this trend will continue

From AI and blockchain to machine learning… Deepak Pareek is an authority on all things AgTech. Ahead of his speech at Pulses 24, he chats to Michelle Dennis on India’s digital revolution.

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’.

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.

Cyril Gallien of European grain and seed specialist RAGT gives an overview of the French pulses market and explains how seed tech will change how we eat in the future.

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.

We chat to Stephanie Robalino, founder of Superlupes, a company on a mission to make lupin beans the next it food in the healthy snacking world.

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.

Hurricane Norma’s addition of water to Mexico’s struggling reservoirs may increase acreage for beans and chickpeas despite delaying seedings.

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.

2023 US yellow pea production hits its highest total since 2020, with harvested acreage surpassing all of the last six years. Why has production increased and where will this year’s demand come from? GPC investigates.

From faba bean cereal to plant-based crab cakes, we’ve rounded up the top innovations in pulses from this year’s ANUGA in Cologne, Germany from October 7-11, 2023.

Exclusive Pulse Atlas data shows a huge monthly increase in Turkey’s kabuli imports for 2023 compared to previous years. Speaking to trade experts, we take a look at the influencing factors.

On a mission to give canned beans the delicious recipes they deserve, Kat Kavner chats to the GPC about tearing down canned food stigma and how Heyday is cooking beans to provide flavor, not just filler.

Lupins pack the most protein out of all pulses but a bitterness common in their seeds has made them less marketable. A new genetic breakthrough means that could be about to change.

Data from the Pulse Atlas shows a decrease in global kabuli production since 2018, causing prices to stay firm for a few years. Data suggests a reversal in this trend for 2023 - we look at the numbers.

The Pulse Atlas is here! Find your feet with this new tool by watching our webinar on how to make the most out of it.

The country marches towards a fourth consecutive year of more than 1.2 million hectares harvested, but a production drop is predicted. Bringing together industry insight and market data, we investigate.

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.

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.

Bronwen Evans looks at the rise of young people choosing plant-based alternatives in Africa and speaks to Donovan Will at ProVeg South Africa about the accessibility of plant-based products.

Luke Wilkinson speaks to pioneering biotech start-up Plantae Bioscience about the tech triumvirate set to revolutionize yellow pea genetics and the challenges and opportunities of gene editing.

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.

Bronwen Evans looks at new initiatives in pulse flour and their potential to revolutionize pulse consumption levels in the UK - as well as make for healthier populations.

Bronwen Evans speaks to Green Go’s Bogdana Leonova about operating in wartime, its recent funding through the ProVeg incubator and the key to creating plant-based products that appeal to all.

Sonia Sharma talks to Julianne Curran about her entry in the sector, the impact of climate change on pulse production and the future of the sector.

Sonia Sharma talks to Amelia Ekus about ISS Guckenheimer’s involvement in Beans is How, the importance of connecting farmers with consumers and the future of pulse consumption.

Biofortification is modern agriculture's latest weapon against malnutrition and a vital asset for farmers. GPC talks to HarvestPlus about creating better global food systems, one seed at a time.

If your post-holidays health drive is starting to fizzle out, fear not. We’ve looked at the ways different pulses can benefit your health and help create a new year diet to keep you feeling fighting it.

As you read this, thousands of Brits will be eating a delicious plate of baked beans. But how did they become such a timeless classic? Luke Wilkinson investigates.

Whether dried, canned, curried or pureed, chickpeas are rapidly taking a stake in the UK’s sustainable and health-conscious dinner plate - according to National Diet and Nutrition Survey Results.

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.

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.

Luke Wilkinson reports on how protecting your product’s origin could make it stand apart from the others, bring a boost for the local economy, and help put your pulse on the map.

In this piece, we round up some of British chef and championer of pulses Nigel Slater’s most inspiring recipes that will get you in the mood to cook with pulses!

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.

For the record, all beans are beautiful! In this piece, we shine a spotlight on some lesser-known heirloom beans that are just as easy on the eye as they are on the palate!

Discover some of the people you’ll meet in Cancun! We have an attendee list. Check it out!

Introducing the proposed program for the GPC’s first ever regional event, with a special focus on pulse trade across the Americas!

The 11th International Conference on Pulses and Oil seeds took place on November 15 and 16 under the theme ‘Cultivating Global Partnership’. In this piece, read the top takeaways we got from the convention.

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!

Lentils: delicious, nutritious and… weapon against climate change? Willow Shah-Neville reports on the Tyre Extinguishers, a group of eco-warriors using lentils to deflate SUV tyres.

Innovation was everywhere at SIAL 2022! Check out our pick of some of the coolest and most delicious new pulse-based products we discovered at the event.

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

Ahead of his speech at the Americas Pulses Congress, Matthew Tripodi of market analytics giant Euromonitor talks with Luke Wilkinson about the shifting landscape of the Mexican pulse industry.

Luke Wilkinson follows the progression of the Canadian harvest and speaks with industry experts in the pulse growing regions to get a more detailed look into the extent of this year's improvements.

A joint effort between USDBC and USA DPLC, Alianza Leguminosas aims to raise awareness of the benefits of pulses as a way to tackle issues of obesity and malnutrition in Latin America. Luke Wilkinson reports.

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.

The purchasing director at Mexico’s leading bean distributor, Verde Valle, chats to Luke Wilkinson about the staying power of yellow beans and how GPC events help maintain working relationships.

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.

Kirsten Provan spoke to Steven Webb of the Global Institute for Food Security about why the current challenges call for better innovation, communication and an increased focus on food security.

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.

Cristobal López Diaz, CEO of Los Arbolitos, chatted with Luke Wilkinson about the endangered chickpea and how yellow bean farmers are feeling about stalling returns on their investment.

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.

Sauti East Africa is a social enterprise that combines development research and tech solutions to address the digital information gap facing women in trade, particularly cross-border agricultural trade.

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.

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.

The threat of drought looms once again over Mexican pulse-growing regions, but why do water worries keep returning? Speaking to scientists, producers and NGOs, Luke Wilkinson reports.

Using the power of cake to remove eggs from the food chain, OGGS®, a vegan bakery firm and alternative egg producer, is spearheading the alternative egg revolution in the UK.

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.

The Americas Pulses Congress, taking place in Cancun, Mexico on December 3-5, 2022 is GPC’s first ever regional conference. Open to all GPC members, no registration fee applies.

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.

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.

In this report, Dario Bard speaks to members of the Canadian pulse industry for an overview of the 2022 crop, touching on acreages, production estimates and price as well as the factors currently affecting the region.

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.

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.

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."

Last year’s drought wrought havoc on Canadian agriculture with the production of nearly all crops suffering the worst losses seen in more than a decade. Gaurav Jain comments on the outlook for peas this year.

Speaking to GPC members from countries across central and South America, Luke Wilkinson gives an in-depth report into the current and future consequences of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on the pulses market.

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.

Igrain’s Rahul Chauhan clarifies the details of India’s decision to extend imports of certain pulses

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.

In a webinar presented by Food Business News in association with Ardent Mills, panelists shared insights on the increasing applications of chickpeas across the value-added sector.

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.

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.

The celebration this year under the theme Pulses to empower youth in achieving sustainable agrifood systems will focus on the key role young people play in shaping a better future for food.

On Thursday January 28, the Global Bean Project, a European network with links to Kenya and India that aims to promote and increase the consumption and cultivation of legumes, held an introductory webinar.

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

The GPC covered the CSCA’s Pulse and Special Crops Convention 2021 on September 8 and 9, 2021.

On August 27 2021, the IPGA held their Kharif Sowing 2021 Knowledge Series, an online webinar featuring key speakers from India’s pulse industry who gave important insights into the 2021/22 kharif crop. The GPC attended the webinar and is providing full coverage for all members. Find the 2021 Sowing and Acreage outlook here.

Event is scheduled for July 29, 2021.

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

On April 15, the Singapore-based food and agri-commodities multinational launched HerbYvore at a tasting event at the Rang Mahal restaurant.

GPC members reflect on Gordon’s legacy of leadership and wish him well as he moves on.

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

MSU’s Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Legume Systems Research is leading a study to map out value chains for key legumes in West and Southern Africa.

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

The EU intends to use its leadership in food safety and quality standards to effect change beyond its borders.

A recap of last week’s Pulse and Special Crops virtual sessions on beans, chickpeas, peas and lentils.

The Japan Pulse Foundation is counting on these animated pulses to instill healthy eating habits in Japan’s young children.

What is behind the country’s renewed appetite for a forgotten food staple?

Last week event organizers created a virtual space for leading experts to share the latest developments in this growing sector

The global pulse industry mourns the sudden passing of former GPC President and Hakan Agro founder and chairman Hakan Bahceci.

As demand for pulses spikes around the world in reaction to the coronavirus, the GPC takes a closer look at the phenomenon in this major dry bean consuming region.

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

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

Zirack Andrew of the Tanzania Pulse Network puts last year’s export performance in perspective.

What the data tells us about current trends and what the future might hold for pulses.

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.

A top pulse industry leader embarked on a demanding fitness regime to make believers out of skeptics.

The global pea trade is in a state of flux as India pursues pulse self-sufficiency and new uses emerge.

Fewer hectares were seeded to pulses due to reduced export opportunities.

The GPC has assembled a stellar panel to bring you up to date on these pulses and tell you what to expect in 2020.

Lower grower prices saw fewer chickpeas seeded this rabi season.

Snow and rain made for a messy harvest in the major dry bean growing regions.

Despite challenging harvest conditions, the grading breakdown is not that far from the average.

Under the MOU, the Global Pulse Confederation and the International Grains Council agree to share information and explore other opportunities for collaboration

Mexico has two growing cycles: the spring-summer cycle, when practically all of Mexico’s dry beans are grown, and the fall-winter cycle, when its chickpea crop is produced together with a smaller dry bean crop than in the spring-summer cycle.

A pilot program is in the works for 2020.

Will India need to import more pulses in 2019/20?

Drought conditions impacted this year’s crop yields.

GPC reports on the country’s recently harvested pea and chickpea crops.

As October comes to a close, the pea and lentil harvests are nearly complete, and the bean harvest is past the halfway mark.

Held in the major chickpea growing province of Cordoba, it was the most highly attended CLERA event there to date.

As the U.S. dry bean harvest picks up, GPC checks in on the top Great Northern bean growing state.

Rains are slowing the combines and eroding the quality of the pulse crops still out in the fields.

Harvest of the third and final crop of 2018/19 is underway.

With the pulse harvest well underway, GPC checked in with the Northern Pulse Growers Association.

Global Garbanzo released its latest weekly report on Russian Kabuli Chickpeas supply and demand estimates for 2017-18, 2018-19 and 2019-20

StatCan releases its first yield and production forecasts.

The harvesting of pulse crops is underway in the East African nation of Tanzania.

For the week ending September 1st, the dry pea and lentil harvests continued to advance, and the dry bean harvest got underway.

A month ahead of planting, experts weigh in on what to expect from Mexico’s chickpea crop.

The dry bean area is up on lower prices for major commodity crops, but the crop was planted late and frost is a major concern.

The pea harvest is underway in Canada’s Western Prairies. August weather conditions have been generally wet and cool.

Harvest of second crop is wrapping up; third and final crop is in the ground.

What is is helping push the trend, and the line of plants waiting quietly behind the pea for their 15 minutes.

For the week ending August 11th, the dry pea harvest continued to advance, and the lentil harvest got underway.

Climate conditions more so than market forces defined this year’s crop planting.

The construction of a $400-million pea processing plant is progressing on schedule to open next year. It looks to supply the plant-based meat sector in an environmentally sustainable way.

For the week ending July 28th, good weather conditions prevailed across the major pulse growing regions.

If approved, the initial recommendation would allow 2,199 MT of dry beans to enter the country duty-free.

For the week ending July 21st, pulse crops were blooming across the major growing areas.

During the week ending July 14th, pulse crops were mostly blooming and harvest began on early seeded peas in the Pacific Northwest.

Planting of the third and final crop of the 2018/19 cycle wrapped up in mid-July.

How weather and market access issues set the stage for this year’s crop.

As of July 1, CLERA reports that 95% of the chickpea crop has been seeded.

Tariffs on U.S. origin chickpeas and lentils at 77% and 55%, respectively.

It’s the best thing that happened to chickpeas, says Google … with the possible exception of hummus.

Inconsistent standards, zero tolerances and widespread misconceptions: the GPC’s MRL Committee has its hands full.

A look at the seeded area and the projected supply for each of the major bean classes.

Good production offsets first crop losses.

The EU Director General of Trade has published a draft list of counter measures in relation to the US-EU Airbus/Boeing dispute covering around $12 billion of US imports to the EU.

Indian Government increased the minimum support price (MSP) to farmers by US$ 19, 11 and 15 PMT for pigeon peas, mung beans and black matpe respectively.

A delegation of high-ranking officials from Pakistan's Plant Protection Department traveled to Ethiopia.

By Shyam Narsaria, Ceo, Arvee International Pte Ltd.

By Martin Chidwick

By G. Chandrashekhar, Global Agribusiness & Commodities Market Specialist

By Dr. Bharat Kulkarni

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By G. Chandrashekhar, Global Agribusiness and Commodities Market Specialist

As part of a mission of the Ministry of Agro Industry to China, Argentina opened the Chinese market for fresh blueberries and dried peas by the signing health protocols with Chinese health authorities (AQSIQ).

By Sergey Feofilov, Ukragroconsult, Kiev, Ukraine

By Zirack Andrew, National Coordinator of Tanzania, Pulses Network in Dar ES Salaam, Tanzania

By Faisal Anis Majeed Bombi’s Group

By Joanna Kane-Potaka Director, External Relations and Strategic Marketing ICRISAT – International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics

By G. Chandrashekhar Global Agribusiness and Commodities Market Specialist

By Jamuna Prakash, Gordon Bacon and Laurette Dube

By Marcelo Eduardo Luders

by Martin Chidwick Red River Global, Canada

By Sergey Feofilov Director General of Ukragroconsult

By Brian Clancey Editor, Stat Pub

By G. Chandrashekhar

By Boubaker Ben-Belhassen Director, Trade & Markets Division, United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (Fao)

By David Lever, AGT Foods, Africa

By Jonathan Waters Llb, Llm, Mciarb, Barrister General Counsel, the Grain and Feed Trade Association

By Dr. Raj Bhandari MD Director of Boutique Foods and Technical Resource for Developing Operational Protocols for Community Management of Acute Malnutrition in India

Making space for a bigger, stronger pulse industry!

By June Arnold Head of Policy, Gafta

By G. Chandrashekhar

By Pulse Canada

By Shyam Narsaria CEO, Arvee International Pte Ltd.

By Dr. Bharat Kulkarni

By Martin Chidwick Red River Global Ingredients

By Nidhi Nath Srinivas Chief Marketing Officer, NCDEX

By Cindy Benjamin

By Brian Clancey STAT Publications

By Sundar Ramakrishnan Senior Vice President Trading Agrocorp International Pte. Ltd.

Andrew Jacobs, London GPC IYP Oversight Group / FAO IYP Steering Committee / UK Pulse Promotion Group

By Martin Chidwick Agrimonde, Cana

By G. Chandrashekhar

Jonathan Waters Legal Head of Gafta’s Group, UK

Dharmendra Pothuri General Manager-Africa Agribusiness Mahindra & Mahindra, Kenya

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Luke Wilkinson chats with Yusuf Memis, Foreign Trade Director of Bashan Agro about his predictions for this year's Turkish lentil crop, and how the Red Sea crisis is adding extra costs to pulse exports.

Kathy La Macchia, General Manager at the Grains & Legumes Nutrition Council speaks to Sonia Sharma about the Australian pulses market, objectives of the Council and innovation within the industry.

Sunil Patwari, Managing Director at Singapore-based Seasons Overseas talks to Sonia Sharma about the importance of collaboration, emerging African markets and developing the Pulse Atlas.

The Commercial Manager of the Ukrainian agriculture company talks about the trading challenges caused by the Russian invasion and the possibility of new partnerships at the Agro&Food Security Forum.

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.

The CEO of Edao International Trading on Ethiopia’s radical contract farming reform, the drive for modernization, and how this year’s giant white pea crop is attracting European attention.

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.

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

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.

Luke Wilkinson chats with Dylan about US bean consumption, changes in this year’s pulse acreage, and how state-wide torrential rains have impeded planting.

The founder of Alicampo sat down ahead of his role on the white bean panel in Sydney to chat about his predictions for a diminished Argentinian harvest and what that could mean for the industry.

With over four decades of experience in food products, JKT Foods is a major international player of agri-commodities. Sonia Sharma speaks to Mr Kanak Thakker to get his exclusive insights.

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.

The GPC sat down to chat Yusuf Memis about the upcoming Turkish harvest, humanitarian aid, and the advantages of being the middle-man between east and west.

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.

Ahead of Pulses 23, Bronwen Evans caught up with Paul Newnham to gain his insights on reaching the SDGs, Beans is How, and what he’s looking forward to as a keynote speaker at the convention.

Jeff Van Pevenage discusses Columbia Grain’s retail pulse range, Balanced Bushel, the evolution of the pet food market, and why lentils could become the truck drivers’ new favorite snack

Representing Ukrainian agribusiness at the GPC’s World Pulses Day event in Poland, Onur Vatan knows the importance of collaboration in times of crisis. We talk to him about what 2023 holds for the Ukrainian market.

Lucas Genero talks to Luke Wilkinson about pea and chickpea supplies, the pressure on pulses from other cash crops and why it’s the personal touch that attracted him to the industry.

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.

Ahead of the January 19-20 South Asia Agri Summit in Kathamandu, Nepal, Bronwen Evans caught up with Ankit Kedia for his perspective on the Nepalese market and what he’s looking forward to about the convention.

Over the past few years, US pinto bean demand has appeared to increase due to increased exports and competitive prices. Are they eating more beans or is it an illusion? Luke Wilkinson investigates.

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.

As part of the GPC’s ongoing series on global kabuli chickpea markets, Navneet Chhabra and Dario Bard reached out to Desdelsur’s Matias Macera to discuss Argentina’s chickpea crop and the outlook for exports.

General director of Centro Abarrotero del Bajío, Santiago Del Rio Samano, chatted with Luke Wilkinson about the price of yellow beans and his optimism for the upcoming Mexican harvest.

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.

Roberto Pérez, commercial manager of PURP, a pulse and grain trader and agricultural supplier in Sinaloa, talked to Luke Wilkinson about the resurgence of corn and shrinking pulse seedings.

Felipe Sandoval is the general director of BeGrait. Ahead of his analyst role at the Americas Pulses Congress, Luke Wilkinson chatted to him about why information is the key to good business.

Luke Wilkinson met Jean Marco Campos of Costa Rican bean specialists, Pronutre to discuss the country’s long history of eating pulses and the importance of their fruitful trade relationship with the USA.

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.

Paola Duncan, co-founder of international pulse and grain traders Orionsea, chatted with Luke Wilkinson about the importance of the Chinese market and how high commodity prices are squeezing pulse acreage.

Kira Nash interviews Mattia Pedon about Pedon Group’s humanitarian work and the importance and benefits of giving back.

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.

Ahead of his panelist role at the Americas Pulses Congress in Cancun, Pablo Fernández spoke to Luke Wilkinson about the upcoming chickpea harvest and the storied history of his family business.

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.

After a turbulent six months for the pulse trade, Benjamin Perez of Comercializadora Gran Colmado talks about his country’s love for pulses, a black bean boost from Venezuela, and the untapped potential for self-sufficiency in Colombia’s seasonless but fertile farmlands.

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.

Ivan Martin is the commercial manager at Alimar, one of Argentina’s largest pulse producers and exporters. He spoke to Luke Wilkinson about its diverse international markets, the drive towards traceability, and how Argentina’s devastating droughts have affected the latest bean crop.

Following their recent collaboration with Kraft-Heinz, Luke Wilkinson spoke to NotCo’s Rodrigo Contreras about the company’s game-changing AI ‘Giuseppe’, finding that perfect meaty texture, and how cabbage might be the key to a delicious plant-based milk.

Jesse Sam caught up with the import/export manager of Memisoglu to get her outlook on the Turkish pulses market this year.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Based in Switzerland, Bühler Group is a family-owned world leader in a huge variety of technologies that influence multiple aspects of everyday life. Within their vast food division, they’re concentrating on plant-based protein ingredients derived, in large part, from pulses. Kira Nash spoke with Alexandra Londoño of Bühler Group about the company’s partnerships, innovations, and excitement about a plant-based future.

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.

Founded in 2019, Tewomed Trading is an Ethiopian export company with its headquarters in Addis Ababa. Ahead of the GPC’s Pulses 22 convention, Kirsten Provan spoke to Tewodros Yilma about Ethiopia’s growing economy, the importance of up-to-date technology, and the impact of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.

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.

“I use insights from GPC conferences to help shape my trading strategy for the upcoming months” - Bharat Thakkar

Kira Nash spoke with Denis Xausa and Orfeo Cantele of Italian firm Caxa about the evolution of the Italian market, the lifting of EU import tariffs and the growing trouble with phosphonic acid.

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

Ahead of the upcoming harvest, Luke Wilkinson chatted to the CEO of Aliansa, David Larios, about starting from zero carryover and what the future looks like for Mexican chickpeas.

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

The CEO of Samba Foods gives the GPC an in-depth look into the Brazilian market and the inner workings of his company.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The company develops specialist plant proteins which it supplies to food producers. Jesse Sam spoke to the pair in January.

Speaking with Luke Wilkinson, Federico talks us through his tried and tested Speed Breeding system, and the myriad benefits it can bring.

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.

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.

Francisca spoke to Luke Wilkinson about building a brand from the ground up and why chickpeas were the perfect choice for a nutritious, delicious cereal.

Luke Wilkinson spoke to Montserrat about the benefits of a well-placed business, her pride in the products of her region and how EU subsidies have promoted pulses among its hard-working farmers.

Kira Nash spoke to Mike Anderson of Anderson Northwest in Washington state, USA, about company philosophy, the changing landscape of the North American market and the opportunities on the horizon in the post-Covid future.

Speaking with Luke Wilkinson, Jorge talks us through the meat industry’s reaction to the plant-based alternatives and the road to post-Covid stability.

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

“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.”

Kira Nash chatted to Louis Curtil, one of the founders of the new Belgian pea milk brand Tiptoh.

"We struggle with the idea that healthy food is expensive.. Healthy food should be a right for everyone. The way we solved the price issue was with something which, as scientists, was literally right in front of our eyes: to just use waste - because that way we’re solving environmental, sustainability and price issues, so it was a win-win."

Kira Nash chatted with Giovanni De Angelis about ANICAV’s work and mission and got his overview of the canning market as it stands.

Daniel Plaza Bonilla is an Agricultural Engineer and the leader of LegSapiens, a project with pulses at its heart, aimed at increasing farm crop yield and profitability. He chatted with Luke Wilkinson about the benefits of mulch, and how rotating pulse crops with soy can increase your yield up to 15%.

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.