North American Beans & Chickpeas Update/
GPC members-only webinar

Join GPC’s members-only webinar, North American Beans & Chickpeas Update, on Wednesday, October 22, at 3 pm GMT (8 am Sinaloa / Washington State). Discover the latest insights on production, trade flows, tariffs, and short-term market outlooks across Mexico, the USA, and Canada.

Global pulses market tariffs in 2025/
Non-exhaustive list of import and export regulations

A structured overview of current tariffs and import regulations on pulses and related agricultural products across major global markets as they stand, covering import duties, restrictions, quotas, and special trade agreements affecting international pulse trade.

Policy & sustainability roundup/
June 2025

In case you missed it: from climate conferences and trade developments to nutrition advocacy and industry innovation, here’s a roundup of the major developments shaping the pulse sector last month.

Price concerns, acreage shifts, and stiff competition from southern neighbors/
Sizing up the 2025 US dry bean season

Sam Peck of Jack’s Bean International shares his take on this year’s US dry bean seedings—from planting intentions and market headwinds to tariff tensions and mounting pressure from South American producers.

Farmers pull back on peas, moisture fears disappear, and the impact of tariff shocks/
A dive into 2025’s Canadian pulse panorama

Marlene Boersch of Mercantile Venture discusses changing acres for peas and lentils, promising conditions for farmers, and what long-term tariffs could mean for trade.

France’s pulses update/
Climate change, competition, and the forces reshaping French pulse crops

Cyril Gallien of European grain and seed specialist RAGT breaks down what’s driving change in France’s pulse sector—from the push to preserve yellow peas to the shifting role of faba beans in local and export markets.

New players, price speculation, and the latest harvest in Sinaloan history/
An update on Mexican pulses in 2025

Felipe Sandoval of BeGrait discusses this year’s Sinaloan pulse harvest. He talks bean and chickpea production, fresh players in exports, and why farmers might still be pulling up pulses come the summer.

Tariffs on pulses/
How policy shifts in the USA, China, and India are reshaping global trade

Recent tariff changes by big industry players are reshaping global trade flows and pricing for peas, lentils, and chickpeas. Gaurav Jain of AgPulse Analytica recaps the rapidly evolving landscape.

China puts a 10% tariff on US dry peas/
Is there a market storm on the horizon?

In a retaliatory move, China has announced a 10% tariff on an array of imported US goods. With US dry peas affected by the tariff, what does this mean for China’s imports in 2025? We take a look at the numbers, speak to experts and find out what to expect.

Russian kabuli production rises 135% since 2020/
Pulse Atlas Data in focus

Russian kabuli production has shot up by 135% since 2020 and looks set to continue its upward trend. Exclusive Pulse Atlas data explores the background to this production rise and the changes we can expect in 2024

“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.

2024 Global Yellow Pea Markets/
Stocks, Exports, Imports, Acreage, Price and Production Update

India's zero tariffs on yellow pea imports were further extended on May 3. We take a look at the global outlook for yellow peas using the GPC’s exclusive Pulse Atlas data and contributions from expert industry sources.

Pulses 24/
6 insights from the panels and speakers in New Delhi

Industry leaders from all quarters of the pulses industry gathered in New Delhi on February 14-17 for the Pulses 24 convention. We bring together 6 takeaways from the event.

Market Update/
India Removes Tariffs for USA Chickpeas & Lentils

World Pulses Day/
Pulses are life

Produce More. Eat More. Live More.

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/
Canada-U.S. 2019 Dry Bean Harvest Report

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

Market Update/
Costa Rica’s 2019/20 Dry Bean Shortfall Quota

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

Market Update/
North America’s Pea, Lentil and Chickpea Crops

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

Market Update/
India Imposes Additional Tariffs on U.S. Pulses

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

Anxiety in the US agricultural sector/
Trade War and Government Shutdown Hit U.S. Ag

Technical Analysis/
Chana Futures

GPC Coverage/
Indian Pulse Conclave Communiqué

Agreements/
Argentina Opens the Chinese Market for Blueberries and Dried Peas

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).

India Import Ban on Tanzania Pigeon Peas/
When a Winner Loses All

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

Market Update/
Indian Tariffs Unhelpful to Pulse Trade

Monsoon hopes, inflation battles, and why India will need a bigger desi buffer/
What to expect from Indian pulses in 2025

We sat down for a chat with Harsha Rai of Mayur Global to talk imports, chickpea prices, and get a big picture view of Indian pulses.

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.

“Pulses probably wouldn’t be much affected”/
Brian Clancey on the possibility of US import taxes in 2025

We chat to Brian Clancey, Owner of Stat Publishing, to get his insights into this year’s pulse markets, discussing fears of oversupply, changes to US trade policy, and what to expect from Indian import duties.

Dry bean markets in the USA and beyond/
10 questions with Pierfrancesco Sportelli

The International Trading Manager at Kelley Bean talks to Lara Gilmour about the U.S. harvest, white bean markets and trade with the EU.

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.

“It’s all to play for in the coming weeks”/
Will Watchorn on Canada’s crop and feed markets across the globe

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

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.

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.

Denis Xausa and Orfeo Cantele/
It’s too early to tell how the lifting of the EU import tariff will affect trade with the US

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.

“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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Perseverance and curiosity/
Felipe Sandoval on what it takes to be successful in pulses trading

With decades of experience in pulses trading, Felipe Sandoval of BeGrait is a true authority on the industry.

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

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.

Trade Talk with Chandrashekhar/
India's Southwest Monsoon

In our continuing series of interviews with the senior editor of the Hindu Business Line, we discuss the recent monsoon forecast and how it bodes for kharif season pulse crops

Trade Talk/
Aggarwal Impex’s founder Sangeeta Aggarwal

Aggarwal Impex’s founder believes the algorithm-based allocation of import quotas for pulses could mark the beginning of a more transparent system.

An interview with D R Balan/
India Should Allow Pulse Imports

With processing units running below capacity, the South India pulse trader and importer argues for opening up the market.

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.

Brian Clancey/
"People use this information to make money, so I have to do my best"

STATPub’s founder tells the story behind his celebrated ag news website and talks lentils and about his participation at Pulses 2.0.

Trade Talk/
G. Chandrashekhar on the Status of Pulse Plantings this Kharif Season

As Canada’s New Crop Comes In, Quality is a Concern/
An Interview with Marcos Mosnaim of Globeways Canada Inc.

The early scoop on this year’s pulse crops from one of Canada’s leading pulse processors and exporters.