Gaurav Jain explores Russia’s significance in the global lentils trade and how it could become an even more important player in the future.
Get a weekly update on the latest pulse prices for red and green lentils, yellow peas, desi chickpeas, black matpe, mung beans, pigeon peas, and faba beans.
Get a weekly update on the latest pulse prices. Explore market trends for red lentils, yellow peas, chickpeas, black matpe, mung beans, pigeon peas, and faba beans from Canada, Australia, Russia, and Myanmar.
The UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has published the first road map to net-zero agrifood systems. Across 10 priority areas, it sets out targets to eradicate hunger while transforming agrifood from a net emitter into a carbon sink by 2050.
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.
In a December article, AgPulse Analytica presented a case for India to open its doors for pea imports. In this piece, founder Gaurav Jain looks at the impact on the supply situation at the origins, including Canada and Russia.
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.
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Some pulses have all the tools to be great, they’re just waiting for someone to unlock their potential. Facing this task with Lima beans, researcher Sarah Dohle on her journey to make them cool.
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.
How has another drought year in Argentina impacted white bean markets in 2023 and what is the outlook for this year’s production in an El Niño year? How is European demand expected to shape the market and what role will Ethiopia and Egypt play in white bean markets? Are currency issues still dampening demand for fabas in Egypt? As the aquafeed market grows, what can we expect for fabas in the future? Explore these topics and more with the White Beans & Faba Beans panel
What’s the significance of contracts and the GPC Pulses Contract #1 in the current trade climate? What are the most pressing issues facing the trade scenario today? How does the future look, and what role will contracts and the GPC Pulses Contract #1 play within it? Explore these topics and more with the Contracts panel.
What are some recent developments in processing and how will they impact the industry? What are the biggest areas for growth in value-added processing? What does the future look like? Explore these topics and more with the Processing panel.
What are the main factors impacting how we’ll eat in the future? How does the picture differ across the world, particularly in the biggest producing and consuming regions? Explore these topics and more with the Innovation & Technology panel.
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.
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.
Pulse Industry Dynamics Unveiled: Challenges, Collaborations, and Future Initiatives. IPGA's Webinar Delivers Key Insights for Sustainable Growth, read the coverage for more insights.
We share the most important insights from the US Dry Bean Council’s Webinar on the 2023 harvest, which took place on November 22.
With acreages and yields both predicted down 10% year-on-year, India is looking at a chana deficit. Gaurav Jain examines acreage data and production estimates to explore possible outcomes in 2024.
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.
Gaurav Jain on why the balance sheet for Canadian peas for 2023/24 remains tight and the export campaign smaller even than the drought-hit 2021/22.
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’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.
Learn everything you need to know about getting your visa for Pulses 24 in New Delhi.
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.
Co-Founder of Fabumin Adi Yehezkeli spoke to GPC about the search for partners in pulses, their mission to radically reduce water waste, and the future of its game-changing egg alternative.
Gaurav Jain zooms in on the global factors contributing to dampened lentil supplies, looking at key producing and consuming markets and how they will influence trade in the coming months.
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.
During a recent visit to Singapore, Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met GPC President Vijay Iyengar, who took the opportunity to discuss the international pulses business with the head of one the industry’s biggest exporters.
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.
Facing another year of severe drought in 2023, Ethiopian agriculture looks for a crop that can bring good yields despite low rainfall. Pulse Atlas data shows that mung beans may be providing the answer.
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.
Sporadic rainfall and dry spells have overpowered India’s monsoon season, leaving some pulse crops falling below expectations. At the latest IPGA webinar, experts weighed in; read our coverage.
The Director of Strategic Investments at Agrocorp International on which pulse extraction techniques produce the most protein content and the growing global demand for plant-based food products.
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.
Looking at Pulse Atlas Data and talking to trade experts, Luke Wilkinson gives an overview of the outlook for Argentina’s pulses after a drought-impacted harvest.
With soil moisture at the lowest levels in a decade and acreages down, what will this season bring for Canadian lentil and pea production? Gaurav Jain looks at the numbers.
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New data shows that the production of green mung beans in Uzbekistan will drop by 23% in 2023. However, the country’s exports of the crop remain high, with an increasing presence in the Chinese market.
We chat to Frontier Agriculture’s Andy Bury about a new feed market for faba beans in the UK and Europe that’s filling the gap in demand left by Egypt.
Codex Alimentarius turns 60 this year and on its anniversary, GPC and Gafta reflect on its importance in the context of global food security and international trade.
From standardization in the ingredients sector to developments in processing, how is innovation shaping the pulses industry? What are the main factors impacting how we´ll eat in the future? How does the picture differ across the world? Our experts discuss innovation in pulses and share their expectations for the future.
With Turkey allowing exports of domestic red lentils, will imports mainly be for re-exports? Do increased exports suggest India might be moving away from being a net importer? How will activity in Russia -despite sanctions- impact trade? Our experts explore the key topics on the red lentils global scenario.
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.
AgPulse Analytica’s Gaurav Jain looks at the details in India’s massive increase in export numbers for chickpeas, peas and lentils and what this means for the future of the market.
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.
No more should farmers of India be made to front the bill for agricultural innovation, now it is the policymakers' turn to take a risk, says Deepak Pareek in an exclusive interview.
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.
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.
Events were and continue to be held throughout the month to celebrate the 5th annual World Pulses Day. GPC hosted two in-person events in London and Gdansk while FAO hosted its annual webinar.
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.
Sustainable, delicious, and healthy, beans are a true superfood. So why are US consumers hesitatant to eat them? We look at research around the studied and recorded concept of ‘Bean Hesitancy’.
We kindly invite all GPC members from India to submit their applications to become a member of the GPC Board of Directors. Learn how to apply in this article.
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.
Discover some of the people you’ll meet in Cancun! We have an attendee list. Check it out!
AgPulse Analytica’s Gaurav Jain maps China’s journey to becoming the world’s biggest importer of peas and looks ahead to how the country can sustain its incredible growth.
Amelia Christie-Miller founded Bold Bean Co. with a mission: to make people obsessed with beans. She chats to Lara Gilmour about the importance of a strong brand and why she steers clear of the “vegan” label.
GPC's President Cindy Brown talks about GPC Conferences and gives us 4 motives to register for the Americas Pulses Congress.
On November 22, the GPC held the India Roundtable featuring experts from across the country. Missed the live session? Catch up on the whole event now!
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.
Luke Wilkinson reports, giving an in-depth review of the US dry bean harvest, analyzing the data and chatting with industry experts about acreage, production, and the prospective Mexican demand for US beans
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!
With lentil crops affected by excess rains and chickpea acreages down, Australia’s pulse industry is in for an interesting year. Gaurav Jain provides an overview of the export prospects.
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.
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.
The Argentinian startup is set on building a better future for farmers, consumers & the planet, replacing traditional animal products with locally-sourced, pulse-based alternatives.
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.
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.
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.
Food systems transformation is vital in a world faced with a growing population and food insecurity. Food tech innovation is a key component of feeding the future but it's just one piece of the puzzle.
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.
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.
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.
Sri Lanka is facing its worst economic crisis since independence in 1948. Speaking to GPC members, Matteo Cusimano and Jesse Sam reports on how this is affecting the pulses sector.
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 GPCYP is launching its inaugural Internship Program in September 2022, designed to educate young industry newcomers on pulses for a sustainable planet.
The GPC offers our deepest condolences to the family of Paul Lambert, who passed away this month. Members of the Board of Directors share thoughts and memories of Paul Lambert, former GPC President and influential industry figure.
Featuring Maulik Maheshwari, Pratap Singh, Samir A. Esmail, Zirack Andrew and Cosmas Mtesigwa. VIP speaker: H.E. Mr. Binaya Srikanta Pradhan, High Commissioner of India to Tanzania.
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.
Israeli company Equinom is renowned for its innovative plant-based ingredients cultivated from AI-driven plant breeding. Jesse Sam caught up with the CEO and CMO to learn more.
GPC Belarusian journalists explore the cause of rising prices in the two countries, the possibility of food shortages and the pulse situation in Russia.
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.
To get back to the way things were, we must look to the future. Live Green Co’s A.I. ‘Charaka’ develops healthy, ethical, 100% natural foods that help make meat obsolete. Luke Wilkinson reports.
Across partnerships with the Universtity of Wisconsin, Chippewa Valley Bean is collaborating on research into how to grow more beans and grow them more sustainably. Through the valuable insights gained, company President Cindy Brown reflects on what it takes to move agriculture into the future. Kira Nash reports.
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.
Including all delegates registered as of Saturday, May 7.
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.
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
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.
The GPC hosted a CEO Roundtable featuring industry leaders from across the pulses community. The recording of the session is now available to GPC members.
Marcelo Lüders shares his insights on the booming organic pulses market in Brazil ahead of the Brazilian Bean Pulses & Special Crops Forum on April 11-14.
Gaurav Jain of AG Pulse Analytica shares his insight into the effect of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on the global pulse market.
When the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared COVID-19 a pandemic and almost the entire world moved into lockdowns, Tanzania went against the grain with the government deciding to try a relaxed method of containing the virus by leaving the economy largely open.
The conditional import of moong for Indian importers was allowed through Trade Notice No. 37/2021-22.
Featuring Peter Wilson of Wilson International Trade, Francois Darcas of AgriOz, Will Alexander of Australian Grain Exports, Don Fernandez of Seaway and Georgie Aley of Pulse Australia.
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 Friday January 7, 2022, the OATA Myanmar hosted a Tuar & Urad Webinar, hosted by Mr. Vatsal Lilani and featuring panelists from both Myanmar and India.
GPC’s Executive Committee has made the very difficult decision to postpone the Pulses 22 convention.
IGrain’s Rahul Chahuan shares an update on the Kharif pigeon pea crop, citing data from a recent survey performed by the company.
Predictions in the Mexican press indicating that the yellow bean crop in Sinaloa would fall short of demand due to an acreage of less than 40,000 hectares look to have been somewhat premature, although some discrepancies are likely. Luke Wilkinson investigates.
Debates about opportunities created by this market are also part of the event.
Self-registration ends on October 31, 2021.
Indian government pulses production estimate is overstated, assert experts.
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.
DW Sturt & Co are renowned in the pulses industry for their in-depth reports on North American dry beans.
Event is scheduled for July 29, 2021.
The senior editor of the Hindu Business Line on the advance of the southwest monsoon, pulse stock limits and more.
With the harvest all but wrapped, CLERA shares its observations on beans that have arrived at processing plants.
IGrain India’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets
IGrain India’s Rahul Chauhan provides a run down by agricultural commodity.
With India out of the picture, will the Black Sea region see a reduction in the area seeded to pulse crops this year? The GPC reaches out to sources in Russia, Ukraine and Kazakhstan to find out.
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With harvest at about the mid-point, the GPC checks in with industry sources on the ground.
GPC members reflect on Gordon’s legacy of leadership and wish him well as he moves on.
Produce More. Eat More. Live More.
The senior IPGA member discusses the association’s five-year exim policy, which calls for “unrestricted imports and exports with a rider”.
BeGrait's Felipe Sandoval updates yellow bean and chickpea production figures.
Just as with the bean crop earlier this year, dry conditions and freezing temperatures knocked down the yields of the country’s chickpea and dry pea crops.
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 healthcare-worker-turned-entrepreneur talks about the inspirations and innovations behind her plant-based bars made with local Canadian ingredients
The Chairman of Poortman officially retired at the end of October.
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
The GPCYP-Industry Veterans Q&A allowed the new generation of up-and-coming pulse industry professionals to avail themselves of the wisdom the older generation gained through decades of experience in the trade.
During the initial onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, black bean consumption spiked as panicked consumers cleared out store shelves ahead of national lockdowns.
The Pulses 2.0 Green Lentils Market Outlook session featured expert analysis by STATPub’s Brian Clancey.
Watch the recording of this session now on the Pulse Pod!
With new crop peas, chickpeas and lentils recently harvested, what are the export expectations for 2020/21?
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?
This year, with reduced production in India and Mexico, and lower seeding intentions in the U.S., Canada, Turkey and Russia, there was an expectation that market conditions would improve.
The panel addressed major aspects of both the supply and the demand side of the global pea balance sheet and highlighted changes from previous years.
Demand is the big question for the red lentil trade in 2020/21. Much depends on developments in India.
To discuss what the short- and long-term future holds for Myanmar’s pulse industry, the GPC has brought together an all-star panel led by moderator and analyst Sunil Patwari.
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.
A recap of last week’s Pulse and Special Crops virtual sessions on beans, chickpeas, peas and lentils.
IGrain India’s Rahul Chauhan shares with GPC members his analysis on the current conditions of the pulse market in India.
The Japan Pulse Foundation is counting on these animated pulses to instill healthy eating habits in Japan’s young children.
The second edition of this webinar series examines the chickpea outlook for India, Australia, Africa and Russia.
Special guest Andac Kolukisa joins the GPC's Dario Bard and Global Garbanzo's Navneet Chhabra to discuss Turkey's kabuli chickpea harvest
Strong green pea prices generated grower excitement, but dry conditions curbed seeding intentions.
Dry conditions resulted in below average yields and smaller caliber sizes across all bean classes.
The debut of the India Pulses and Grains Association’s Knowledge Series examined recent government reforms and the opportunities they open up across the agricultural value chain.
The world’s first exportable supplies of red lentils come to market in uncertain times.
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
More beans were seeded this year than last, but adverse weather impacted yields and grain size.
The global pulse industry mourns the sudden passing of former GPC President and Hakan Agro founder and chairman Hakan Bahceci.
COVID-19 Pandemic Impact on Food Security
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.
At a time of great market volatility, the GPC has assembled an expert panel of industry insiders from key origins and destinations.
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.
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
Widespread flooding and infrastructure damage reported in key pulse-growing states.
A pilot program is in the works for 2020.
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.
Rains are slowing the combines and eroding the quality of the pulse crops still out in the fields.
The harvesting of pulse crops is underway in the East African nation of Tanzania.
Food industry innovators, investors, researchers and policymakers gathered in San Francisco to share their visions for the future of food.
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.
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.
For the week ending July 28th, good weather conditions prevailed across the major pulse growing regions.
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.
For the week ending July 7th, the major pulse growing areas in the U.S. enjoyed favorable weather.
For the week ending June 30th, the weather was favorable across the key U.S. pulse growing states.
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.
Second and third crop production expected to offset first crop losses.
The upcoming edition of the global pulse industry’s premier event was officially announced.
The agreement reflects the depth and breadth of the two organization’s shared interests.
GPC and the International Trade Centre agree to collaborate on sustainable socio-economic development in the pulse sector.
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.
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.
A delegation of high-ranking officials from Pakistan's Plant Protection Department traveled to Ethiopia.
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By G. Chandrashekhar, Global Agribusiness & Commodities Market Specialist
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By Boubaker Ben-Belhassen, Trade and Markets Division, Un Food & Agriculture Organization (Fao)
By Gordon Bacon
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 Zirack Andrew, National Coordinator of Tanzania, Pulses Network in Dar ES Salaam, Tanzania
By Joanna Kane-Potaka Director, External Relations and Strategic Marketing ICRISAT – International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics
By Jamuna Prakash, Gordon Bacon and Laurette Dube
By Meeta Mathur Head of Health and Nutrition Department, Fight Hunger Foundation
By Marcelo Eduardo Luders
By Divyesh Patel
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 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
BRAZILIAN Statement on Subitem 18.8: World Pulses Day
By June Arnold Head of Policy, Gafta
Claire Sand, Gordon Bacon, and Laurette Dubé
By Shyam Narsaria CEO, Arvee International Pte Ltd.
By Martin Chidwick Red River Global Ingredients
By Nidhi Nath Srinivas Chief Marketing Officer, NCDEX
By Cindy Benjamin
By G. Chandrashekhar
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
Jonathan Waters Legal Head of Gafta’s Group, UK
By Laurette Dubé and Gordon Bacon
By G. Chandrashekhar
Dharmendra Pothuri General Manager-Africa Agribusiness Mahindra & Mahindra, Kenya
By G. Chandrashekhar
By Brian Clancey Editor, STAT Publishing
By Laurette Dubé, Vilas Shirhatti, and Sushil K Chaturvedi
By Dr. Ashok Vishandass
By Boubaker BEN BELHASSEN Director, Trade and Markets Division UN Food & Agriculture Organization (FAO)
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.
Michelle Dennis talks to Anurag Tulshan, a seasoned member of the GPC Board and founder of Esarco Exim Pvt Ltd about the India’s current pulse market dynamics and future prospects.
We chat to Adam Robinson of Robinsons Grain, a family-owned business specializing in grains and pulses both internationally and domestically, about the current outlook for the Australian market.
Vicente Mendoza, an independent agricultural consultant, discusses a difficult year for Mexican beans, financial hardship for farmers, and a potentially drastic change in the country’s pulse trade dynamics.
Abubakar Umaru of Nigerian agricultural data-sharing platform, Agridata Point Limited on the importance of timely data, Nigeria’s cowpea trade, and the lifting of the 2015 bean export ban.
Lika Khoptyanets, Commodity Trader at Agroleader Europe LLC and Pulsar Trading talks to GPC about export prospects, the harvest in Ukraine and Kazakhstan and logistics surrounding the Black Sea.
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.
Michelle Dennis talks to Rishabh Agrawal, Managing Director of Kamal Pulses about the challenges facing Indian pulse markets and gets his insights into the strategic initiatives taken by the Indian government.
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
Navneet Chhabra and Dario Bard checked in with Melisa Arribere and Caroline Bisoni, traders at Jewell Specialties (formerly Agronegocios Jewell) for the latest on Argentina’s 2023 crop.
Gonzalo de la Cierva of Industrias Racionero on the EU farming policy, the razor-thin margins of cooked pulses, and how the climate crisis is changing the outlook for Spanish pulses
Radjek Hojda, Managing Director for international trade and sales at HARS Foods, discusses the climate challenges that have hampered yields and the prospects for this year’s improved harvest.
Shyam Narsaria, CEO of Arvee International and head of OATA Myanmar, talks to Luke Wilkinson about the upcoming pulse seedings, black matpe stocks, and how pigeon pea prices are behaving.
Esteban Davila, sales manager for Great Northern Ag, discusses the conditions of this year’s harvest around the globe, his outlook on prices, and what the near future may hold.
China is a global giant in the dry pea market. Weihua Meng, Managing Director of Nanjing Bonagro, tells Aniqah Majid about the importance of strong trade relationships and why importing is more profitable.
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.
As part of our series on global kabuli chickpea markets, Navneet Chhabra of Global Garbanzo and Dario Bard of the GPC reached out to Fruitimpex’s Tareq Awad to discuss Russia’s 2023 crop.
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.
As part of the our series on global kabuli chickpea markets, Navneet Chhabra of Global Garbanzo and Dario Bard of the GPC reached out to Armada Foods’ Fethi Sonmez to discuss Turkey’s 2023 production and trade outlook.
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.
CEO of Dubai-based Arab India Spices and GPC board member, Harish Tahiliani, sits down to share his insights on this year’s high lentil prices, a depleted Kharif crop, and how commitment is the key to success.
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.
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.
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.
The COO of ETG Pulses, Loveraj Rai talks to Sonia Sharma about sustainable agricultural practices, initiatives that the company is working on and factors impacting global trends.
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.
Agroservicios Terminel’s Trade Manager, Sahid Hernández, comes back to chat with Luke Wilkinson about this year’s unusually small harvest, the threat to chickpeas from corn, and how a short Indian crop has put pressure on the Mexican market.
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.
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.
Carla Borges, trade director of NG Trade (formerly Fazenda Nova Geração) in Brazil, discusses a continued downturn for mung beans, the resurgence of La Niña, and the implications of Brazil's new government.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
In the lead up to his panelist role in Cancun, Alejandro Leloir chatted with Luke Wilkinson about the US pulse harvest and the strong commercial relationship between the US and Latin America.
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.
GPC’s Dario Bard and Global Garbanzo’s Navneet Chhabra talk to Mert Hazar of Arbel to get the lowdown on Turkey’s 2022 kabuli chickpea crop and its effect on the global shortage.
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 are a huge part of the diet in Bangladesh but domestic production has long been stagnating. The USDA’s Agricultural Attaché gives GPC readers some insights into the market.
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.
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.
Mehmet Sonmez is a Partner at Armada Foods, one of the largest pulses companies in Turkey. He has been with his family’s business for three years, continuing a proud tradition. Jesse Sam spoke to him in April to learn more about the company and their outlook for the red lentils market. Armada Foods was a strategic sponsor at Pulses 22, supporting the Red Lentils panel.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jesse Sam caught up with Rajendren in early 2022 to get his perspective on a turbulent time for Sri Lanka.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Kira Nash caught up with Kelle Horn of Pacific Rim Shipbrokers about her business and the implications of the global shipping crisis on trade.
Luke Wilkinson spoke to Branko Pavic, Import/Export Manager, and Sebastian Pavic, Sales Manager, about Chile’s post-quarantine overstock, chickpea mayonnaise and the ready-to-eat revolution.
"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."
The Villafañe sisters, at the head of Argencrops, talk to Luke Wilkinson about beans, brand new markets, and the trials and tribulations of working in Argentina’s remote production hub.
Eugenia Campanelli is the director of KC Agribusiness, formerly KC World Trade. In an interview with Ana Krepp, she shares her experiences with and perspective on agribusiness in Argentina.
With a population of over 220 million — the fifth largest in the world — Pakistan is one of the most significant importers of pulses in the world.
Kira Nash chatted with Giovanni De Angelis about ANICAV’s work and mission and got his overview of the canning market as it stands.
Hunain Khatri has more than a decade’s trading experience in Pakistan, spanning everything from chemicals to crops. He is currently MD of SS Indenters’ foreign trading business, where he oversees more than 350,000 metric tonnes in global pulses trading every year. Jesse Sam caught up with him briefly in late December to get his outlook for the first quarter of the new year.
FTA Food Solutions is part of the HSK Ward Group, a family business that stems back nearly 170 years and six generations, with its sister company Ward McKenzie. Since its humble beginnings in 1852, the family business is now a multinational importer, distributor and exporter.
Mahmud Abdel Cader is founder and CEO of Pulses Splitting and Processing Industry in Sri Lanka. He has more than two decades’ experience in the pulses sector. Jesse Sam spoke to him in late November, to understand how that country’s ongoing currency crisis is affecting the pulses sector.
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.
Mert Hazar is the Director of Arbel’s import and export trading business, putting him in charge of one of the most significant pulses trading operations in Turkey.
Founded more than fifty years ago, ETG is an agricultural conglomerate now operating in over forty countries around the world. Kirsten Provan spoke to ETG’s CEO, Rav Kapoor, to get a better understanding of the company’s aims and find out his thoughts on the current pulse market.
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.
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.
Kanish Gupta is Co-Founder of Pilk, a plant-based milk start-up based in Mumbai, India.
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.
Maurício Bortolanza is director of new business at Kicaldo, which is one of the biggest bean suppliers in Brazil. In an interview with Ana Krepp, Maurício shares some in-depth insights into the country’s pulses market.
Kira Nash interviewed Lucas Karlsson and Latif Andersson, the co-founder and COO of Peas of Heaven. Based in Gothenburg, Peas of Heaven is a Swedish manufacturer of plant-based meat alternatives such as vegan sausages, burgers, hot dogs, and mince.
Mirko Geremia is a Brazilian pioneer in the Bolivian grain market and is the owner of Safras Corretora de Cereais. In an interview with Ana Krepp, he reveals the steps he took to become an important agent in the grain industry in Latin America, drawing parallels between markets in the region.
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.
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.
Kira Nash interviewed David Julian McClements, a professor and researcher in food science at the University of Massachusetts Amherst in the United States, about his groundbreaking work with plant proteins to create new, healthful, plant-based alternatives to traditional meat and dairy.
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.
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.
This week, Luke Wilkinson chatted to Gonzalo about his life in pulses, changing tastes, and the present and future of the Spanish market.
Recognised for commercial merit by Fenalco (Federación Nacional de Comerciantes de Colombia) in this year’s award, Dario Alzate Medina is no small player in Colombia’s pulses market, trading beans with his company, Aburrá. Ana Krepp caught up with him to discuss his company and the industry in general.
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.
Andy Bury, a pulses trader at Frontier Agriculture, talks about UK pulse production, this year’s crops, and the slow but steady progress of the fava bean ahead of Monday’s EU webinar, where he will be a panellist.
Shyam Narsaria is CEO of Arvee International, a Singapore-based pulses trader with deep interests in Myanmar. Jesse Sam caught up with him in late-October to find out more about Myanmar’s recent agreement with India and to understand some of the key trends shaping the market.
This week, Lara Gilmour chatted to Stéphane Picolo of Vegedry, a new project by GPC Member Company CIACAM, which involves milling flours from French pulses in a new factory at their site in Vitrolles, France.
The late withdrawal of the southeast monsoon left favorable soil moisture conditions behind, but the planting of the crop has not been without its problem.
Fazenda Nova Geração is a Brazilian pulses and grains company that exports on the international market. The GPC Pulse Pod caught up with Carla Mayara Borges de Lima to discuss the company’s history and their plans for the future.
New York-based Rule Breaker is a range of brownies, blondies and snack bites all made with chickpeas as the first ingredient. Every product they make is allergen-free, preservative-free, vegan, and certified kosher and free from GMOs.
Hodmedod’s co-founder and fava bean enthusiast Nick Saltmarsh on the fragility of food supply chains and why pulses hold the key to a more sustainable future.
“Pet food trends tend to follow human demands,” Edwards said. The new plant will have a 300k MT/year processing capability.
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.
Sofia Agro’s commercial director on Uzbekistan’s 2021 pulse production and exports, and the country’s promising future as a pulse powerhouse.
How Russian exporters have fared with lifting of the export ban into India.
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.
With decades of experience in pulses trading, Felipe Sandoval of BeGrait is a true authority on the industry.
This week, we spoke to James about Pulses UK’s core mission, Brexit’s impact on the agricultural industry and the future of pulses.
Currently Head of Pulses at Agrocorp International, Mostyn Gregg has been a key player in the pulses industry for over 12 years.
Arbaza’s senior global account manager on Brazil’s dry bean production and exports, and his expectations for the future.
What experience teaches us: How someone with 24 years in the business deals with crises
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.
In advance of his presentation at the GPC’s Ask the Experts South America, we chatted with Esteban Davila of JM Grain.
Pedro Cortes of Akila group on leveraging their global network in a crisis and the outlook for this year's Brazilian bean crop.
The director of Rajat Agro Commodities on how this tool can help India control pulse prices.
The head of Rathnam Brothers on India’s decision to lift quantitative restrictions on pigeon peas, black matpe and moong.
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.
The General Manager of Comercializadora de Granos Los Arbolitos shares some insight into the Mexican yellow bean market.
Aggarwal Impex’s founder believes the algorithm-based allocation of import quotas for pulses could mark the beginning of a more transparent system.
The founder of AgPulse Analytica shares his insights on pulse markets and where he sees the industry heading.
The company started 35 years ago exporting mainly black beans to Mexico; today, despite the economic hardships brought by the global pandemic, the company continues to find ways to grow.
The managing director for Arab India Spices on how his company reacted to the pandemic.
The international commodities broker says India is a long way from attaining pulse self-sufficiency.
Star Agri’s long-term goal is to become the biggest innovation-led agri-tech company in the world.
Turkey is one of the world's major pulse distribution hubs, with quick delivery times into North Africa, Europe and the Middle East.
Alicampo’s founder talks about his company’s successful strategy with growers and the outlook heading into Argentina’s pulse planting season.
As the new year gets underway, we reflect on how far the global pulse industry has come with the former GPC president.
With processing units running below capacity, the South India pulse trader and importer argues for opening up the market.
JLV Agro’s director reflects on 2020 and looks ahead to 2021
Following the challenges of the past two campaigns, ADM’s Vice President for Global Wholesome Ingredients looks ahead to 2021.
G. Chandrashekhar, senior editor and policy commentator for the Hindu Business Line, on the impact of the late withdrawal of the monsoon on kharif pulse production, the start of rabi season seeding, food price inflation, demand for pulse imports, protests against the recent ag reforms and India’s future pulse consumption.
The Agronegocios del Norte president explains how a variety of climate factors, from severe drought to early frosts, have dramatically altered previous production estimates.
STATPub’s founder tells the story behind his celebrated ag news website and talks lentils and about his participation at Pulses 2.0.
Marlene Boersch, the co-founder and managing partner of Mercantile Consulting Venture, discusses her personal and professional background.
Mr. Awad provides GPC readers with a breakdown of Russia’s expanding pulse planted acreage.
The global head of Bühler’s pulses and local grains business segment talks about the innovation taking place around pulses and why it is vital to everyone’s future.
The Dutch company is using cutting edge technology to find new and better ways to incorporate pulses into food industries around the world.
How a previously overlooked bean prompted a major Venezuelan importer to become an export pioneer.
Plant-based meat is catching on in the world’s top pulse consuming nation.
The CEO of a leading brokerage firm dealing in pulses from the Black Sea region weighs in on what to expect in 2020-21.
How the world’s top pulse market is dealing with the coronavirus pandemic.
Columbia Grain International’s President and CEO on past and present shifts in the U.S. pulse industry.
The company’s vice president for pea and new proteins talks pulses in the age of plant-based foods.
The renowned food technologist shares his insights on the pitfalls of explosive growth and what’s next for alternative “meat”.
The early scoop on this year’s pulse crops from one of Canada’s leading pulse processors and exporters.
LeftField Commodity Research’s founder shares his expert analysis on the production and market prospects for this year’s crop.
Soon after he established his brokerage firm in 2010, Navneet decided he would focus on just one commodity: kabuli chickpeas.
With India’s withdrawal from the market, Tanzania’s pulse industry looks to its roots to secure its future.
Best known for its Le Puy green lentils, today the company generates €60 million in annual sales and distributes its products to 45 countries.
Over the next four years, Canada will invest $153 million in plant protein R&D.
A rundown of the region’s pulse production courtesy of UkrAgroConsult’s Sergey Feofilov.
Presenter: Nagul S. Naguleswaran, Ph.D. Senior Associate Scientist, Global Research & Technology Ingredion Incorporated.
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