From our region-specific webinar series: join industry experts as they zoom in on a market segment and share key insights and data.
Get involved in close conversations with key industry players exploring important topics in the pulses market.
From our defining role as a facilitator of trade, business and market information, to being part of the climate solution: a glimpse into the new GPC head’s vision – and a bit of the man behind the title.
By Boubaker BEN BELHASSEN Director, Trade and Markets Division UN Food & Agriculture Organization (FAO)
January 2, 2017
By Dr. Ashok Vishandass
January 2, 2017
By Laurette Dubé, Vilas Shirhatti, and Sushil K Chaturvedi
January 2, 2017
By Brian Clancey Editor, STAT Publishing
January 2, 2017
By G. Chandrashekhar
January 2, 2017
Dharmendra Pothuri General Manager-Africa Agribusiness Mahindra & Mahindra, Kenya
March 1, 2017
By Laurette Dubé and Gordon Bacon
March 1, 2017
Jonathan Waters Legal Head of Gafta’s Group, UK
March 1, 2017
By G. Chandrashekhar
March 1, 2017
By Martin Chidwick Agrimonde, Cana
March 1, 2017
Andrew Jacobs, London GPC IYP Oversight Group / FAO IYP Steering Committee / UK Pulse Promotion Group
May 1, 2017
By Sundar Ramakrishnan Senior Vice President Trading Agrocorp International Pte. Ltd.
May 3, 2017
By Brian Clancey STAT Publications
May 3, 2017
By G. Chandrashekhar
May 3, 2017
By Cindy Benjamin
May 3, 2017
By Nidhi Nath Srinivas Chief Marketing Officer, NCDEX
May 3, 2017
By Martin Chidwick Red River Global Ingredients
July 3, 2017
By Shyam Narsaria CEO, Arvee International Pte Ltd.
July 3, 2017
By Pulse Canada
July 3, 2017
Claire Sand, Gordon Bacon, and Laurette Dubé
July 3, 2017
By G. Chandrashekhar
July 3, 2017
By June Arnold Head of Policy, Gafta
July 3, 2017
Making space for a bigger, stronger pulse industry!
July 3, 2017
BRAZILIAN Statement on Subitem 18.8: World Pulses Day
July 3, 2017
By Jonathan Waters Llb, Llm, Mciarb, Barrister General Counsel, the Grain and Feed Trade Association
September 1, 2017
By Boubaker Ben-Belhassen Director, Trade & Markets Division, United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (Fao)
September 1, 2017
By G. Chandrashekhar
September 1, 2017
By Sergey Feofilov Director General of Ukragroconsult
November 1, 2017
by Martin Chidwick Red River Global, Canada
November 1, 2017
By Meeta Mathur Head of Health and Nutrition Department, Fight Hunger Foundation
November 1, 2017
By Jamuna Prakash, Gordon Bacon and Laurette Dube
November 1, 2017
By G. Chandrashekhar Global Agribusiness and Commodities Market Specialist
November 1, 2017
By Joanna Kane-Potaka Director, External Relations and Strategic Marketing ICRISAT – International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics
November 1, 2017
By Faisal Anis Majeed Bombi’s Group
November 1, 2017
By Zirack Andrew, National Coordinator of Tanzania, Pulses Network in Dar ES Salaam, Tanzania
January 1, 2018
.jpg&w=400&h=250&resize=true)
By Sergey Feofilov, Ukragroconsult, Kiev, Ukraine
January 1, 2018
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).
January 1, 2018
By G. Chandrashekhar, Global Agribusiness and Commodities Market Specialist
January 1, 2018
By Prof. Ashok Vishandass *
January 1, 2018
By Dr. Bharat Kulkarni
March 1, 2018
By G. Chandrashekhar, Global Agribusiness & Commodities Market Specialist
March 1, 2018
By Sridhar Iriventi Co-Founder and Director, Gobhaarati Agro Industries & Services Pvt Ltd.
March 1, 2018
By Shyam Narsaria, Ceo, Arvee International Pte Ltd.
March 1, 2018
By Laurette Dubé, Bob Chapman, Jian Yun Nie & Shawn T. Brown
March 1, 2018
A delegation of high-ranking officials from Pakistan's Plant Protection Department traveled to Ethiopia.
October 30, 2018
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.
March 7, 2019
A look at the seeded area and the projected supply for each of the major bean classes.
May 24, 2019
Inconsistent standards, zero tolerances and widespread misconceptions: the GPC’s MRL Committee has its hands full.
June 6, 2019
It’s the best thing that happened to chickpeas, says Google … with the possible exception of hummus.
June 21, 2019
GPC and the International Trade Centre agree to collaborate on sustainable socio-economic development in the pulse sector.
June 21, 2019
The agreement recognizes Ukraine’s growing importance in the global pulse trade.
June 21, 2019
The agreement reflects the depth and breadth of the two organization’s shared interests.
June 21, 2019
The upcoming edition of the global pulse industry’s premier event was officially announced.
June 21, 2019
Tariffs on U.S. origin chickpeas and lentils at 77% and 55%, respectively.
June 24, 2019
As of July 1, CLERA reports that 95% of the chickpea crop has been seeded.
July 4, 2019
A rundown of the region’s pulse production courtesy of UkrAgroConsult’s Sergey Feofilov.
July 11, 2019
How weather and market access issues set the stage for this year’s crop.
July 17, 2019
In accepting the honor at Pulses 2019 Conference, she thanked outgoing President Huseyin Arslan for his leadership, and all past GPC presidents for leaving her a solid foundation to build on: World Pulses Day, International Year of Pulses and a new type of membership for National Associations among them.
July 17, 2019
Over the next four years, Canada will invest $153 million in plant protein R&D.
July 23, 2019
If approved, the initial recommendation would allow 2,199 MT of dry beans to enter the country duty-free.
August 1, 2019
Best known for its Le Puy green lentils, today the company generates €60 million in annual sales and distributes its products to 45 countries.
August 5, 2019
With India’s withdrawal from the market, Tanzania’s pulse industry looks to its roots to secure its future.
August 7, 2019
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.
August 8, 2019
Climate conditions more so than market forces defined this year’s crop planting.
August 12, 2019
What is is helping push the trend, and the line of plants waiting quietly behind the pea for their 15 minutes.
August 15, 2019
Soon after he established his brokerage firm in 2010, Navneet decided he would focus on just one commodity: kabuli chickpeas.
August 20, 2019
The pea harvest is underway in Canada’s Western Prairies. August weather conditions have been generally wet and cool.
August 27, 2019
A month ahead of planting, experts weigh in on what to expect from Mexico’s chickpea crop.
August 29, 2019
Pulse Canada is the national industry association that represents Canadian pulse growers, processors and exporters.
August 29, 2019
Presenter: Nagul S. Naguleswaran, Ph.D. Senior Associate Scientist, Global Research & Technology Ingredion Incorporated.
September 2, 2019
Harvest dragged on into mid-August, well beyond the traditional window, due to weather delays at both planting and harvest.
September 4, 2019
Food industry innovators, investors, researchers and policymakers gathered in San Francisco to share their visions for the future of food.
September 9, 2019
The harvesting of pulse crops is underway in the East African nation of Tanzania.
September 11, 2019
Global Garbanzo released its latest weekly report on Russian Kabuli Chickpeas supply and demand estimates for 2017-18, 2018-19 and 2019-20
September 16, 2019
LeftField Commodity Research’s founder shares his expert analysis on the production and market prospects for this year’s crop.
September 17, 2019
The USDA projects a 46% reduction in chickpea production this year, but given the weather, it may end up being more than that.
September 26, 2019
Rains are slowing the combines and eroding the quality of the pulse crops still out in the fields.
October 1, 2019
The early scoop on this year’s pulse crops from one of Canada’s leading pulse processors and exporters.
October 2, 2019
As the country harvests the largest of its two pulse crops, the GPC gets the inside scoop from a main producer and exporter.
October 17, 2019
Held in the major chickpea growing province of Cordoba, it was the most highly attended CLERA event there to date.
October 24, 2019
As October comes to a close, the pea and lentil harvests are nearly complete, and the bean harvest is past the halfway mark.
October 28, 2019
The renowned food technologist shares his insights on the pitfalls of explosive growth and what’s next for alternative “meat”.
October 30, 2019
GPC reports on the country’s recently harvested pea and chickpea crops.
November 4, 2019
Drought conditions impacted this year’s crop yields.
November 6, 2019
Will India need to import more pulses in 2019/20?
November 19, 2019
A pilot program is in the works for 2020.
November 21, 2019
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.
November 29, 2019
The company’s vice president for pea and new proteins talks pulses in the age of plant-based foods.
December 2, 2019
Widespread flooding and infrastructure damage reported in key pulse-growing states.
December 4, 2019
Under the MOU, the Global Pulse Confederation and the International Grains Council agree to share information and explore other opportunities for collaboration
December 16, 2019
Despite challenging harvest conditions, the grading breakdown is not that far from the average.
December 19, 2019
Back in June at the Pulses 2019 Convention in Rio, BeGrait CEO Felipe Sandoval sat down with us to talk pulses in Mexico. Following an overview of the country’s dry bean and chickpea growing seasons, he recapped the spring-summer dry bean harvest and explained how low chickpea prices would see a drastic reduction in the chickpea area this fall-winter season.
December 20, 2019
Snow and rain made for a messy harvest in the major dry bean growing regions.
December 24, 2019
The Chairman of the Myanmar Pulses, Beans and Sesame Seeds Merchants Association talks about his country’s pulse industry.
January 6, 2020
Planting progress for the major rabi pulse crops is ahead of last rabi season’s pace.
January 8, 2020
Lower grower prices saw fewer chickpeas seeded this rabi season.
January 9, 2020
Fewer hectares were seeded to pulses due to reduced export opportunities.
January 23, 2020
The global pea trade is in a state of flux as India pursues pulse self-sufficiency and new uses emerge.
January 28, 2020
A top pulse industry leader embarked on a demanding fitness regime to make believers out of skeptics.
February 3, 2020
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.
February 5, 2020
What the data tells us about current trends and what the future might hold for pulses.
February 11, 2020
At a time of great market volatility, the GPC has assembled an expert panel of industry insiders from key origins and destinations.
February 28, 2020
Zirack Andrew of the Tanzania Pulse Network puts last year’s export performance in perspective.
March 3, 2020
High corn prices and adverse weather have kept Brazil from expanding its bean area.
March 17, 2020
AGT Poortman Dennis Sivyer talks about his experience sourcing product during the coronavirus outbreak.
March 23, 2020
Strong prices saw more hectares seeded to beans this year, but a dry spell quashed all hopes of repeating last year’s high yields.
March 31, 2020
Columbia Grain International’s President and CEO on past and present shifts in the U.S. pulse industry.
April 1, 2020
How the world’s top pulse market is dealing with the coronavirus pandemic.
April 2, 2020
COVID-19 Pandemic Impact on Food Security
April 14, 2020
AGT Foods’ COO discusses how the novel coronavirus might affect planting, trade and everyday operations in the world’s top pulse exporting nation.
April 27, 2020
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.
April 29, 2020
An all-star panel led by StatPub analyst Brian Clancey and moderator Sudhakar Tomar from Hakan Agro (UAE).
April 30, 2020
The #GPCAskTheExperts series continues with “Kabuli Chickpeas Global Outlook”.
May 4, 2020
The CEO of a leading brokerage firm dealing in pulses from the Black Sea region weighs in on what to expect in 2020-21.
May 5, 2020
Plant-based meat is catching on in the world’s top pulse consuming nation.
May 15, 2020
The global pulse industry mourns the sudden passing of former GPC President and Hakan Agro founder and chairman Hakan Bahceci.
May 26, 2020
Area estimates and production projections for Canada and U.S. pea, lentil and chickpea crops.
May 27, 2020
A positive outlook for Red and Speckled Beans, as the increased global demand creates new opportunities for exporters.
May 27, 2020
Marlene Boersch of Mercantile Consulting Venture (guest analyst), Farhan Adam of Marina Commodities (moderator), Antonina Sklyarenko of Pulse Producers and Customers of Ukraine, David Chen of Nanjing Bonagro, Cem Bogusoglu of GP Global, Ahmed Muhammad of AWAM Group, Lucas Genero of Agrofin Agrocommodities SA, and Rakesh Khemka of UMA Exports (speakers).
June 1, 2020
A combination of factors including COVID-19 impacts and policymaking have bolstered the country’s already strong masoor import market.
June 9, 2020
Is the current spike in Black Bean demand a one-time reaction to COVID-19 lockdowns, or will it be sustained over the coming months?
June 16, 2020
More beans were seeded this year than last, but adverse weather impacted yields and grain size.
June 22, 2020
How a previously overlooked bean prompted a major Venezuelan importer to become an export pioneer.
June 24, 2020
The Dutch company is using cutting edge technology to find new and better ways to incorporate pulses into food industries around the world.
June 25, 2020
Ray-Mont’s Vice President of Supply Chain Logistics on how the company has grown and changed hand in hand with Canada’s pulse industry.
June 26, 2020
Catch up on this exciting expert-led panel as they share insights on the white and faba bean markets.
June 26, 2020
Last week event organizers created a virtual space for leading experts to share the latest developments in this growing sector
July 6, 2020
What is behind the country’s renewed appetite for a forgotten food staple?
July 7, 2020
The world’s first exportable supplies of red lentils come to market in uncertain times.
July 13, 2020
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.
July 14, 2020
Dry conditions resulted in below average yields and smaller caliber sizes across all bean classes.
July 21, 2020
Desdelsur’s trade manager sees signs of growth in Argentina’s domestic pulse market.
July 22, 2020
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.
July 24, 2020
Strong green pea prices generated grower excitement, but dry conditions curbed seeding intentions.
August 3, 2020
The fifth edition of CLERA’s annual Argentine pulse conference attracted more than 1,500 attendees from 17 countries.
August 5, 2020
Mr. Awad provides GPC readers with a breakdown of Russia’s expanding pulse planted acreage.
August 12, 2020
The founder of Namastrade on how to get around India’s pea import quotas and restrictions – just add value.
August 13, 2020
USDA Plant Geneticist Karen Cichy leads an innovative project aimed at helping others in the field develop pulses that cook faster and are more convenient
August 17, 2020
Special guest Andac Kolukisa joins the GPC's Dario Bard and Global Garbanzo's Navneet Chhabra to discuss Türkiye's kabuli chickpea harvest
August 18, 2020
The second edition of this webinar series examines the chickpea outlook for India, Australia, Africa and Russia.
August 19, 2020
The Japan Pulse Foundation is counting on these animated pulses to instill healthy eating habits in Japan’s young children.
August 25, 2020
G. Chandrashekhar, senior editor and policy commentator for the Hindu Business Line, updates GPC members on the latest kharif sowing numbers.
September 1, 2020
IGrain India’s Rahul Chauhan shares with GPC members his analysis on the current conditions of the pulse market in India.
September 2, 2020
Marlene Boersch, the co-founder and managing partner of Mercantile Consulting Venture, discusses her personal and professional background.
September 7, 2020
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
September 8, 2020
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
September 9, 2020
Phil Hinrichs of Hinrichs Trading joins the GPC’s Dario Bard and Global Garbanzo’s Navneet Chhabra to discuss the U.S. chickpea harvest.
September 10, 2020
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
September 15, 2020
With India’s withdrawal from the market, the region curbs its pulse output.
September 17, 2020
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
September 21, 2020
A recap of last week’s Pulse and Special Crops virtual sessions on beans, chickpeas, peas and lentils.
September 23, 2020
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.
October 5, 2020
India hiked the minimum support price for chickpeas by 4.7%. How might this impact rabi season sowing?
October 5, 2020
The government of India continues to delay the issuance of import permits for toor and green mung beans. What is behind this delay?
October 5, 2020
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.
October 5, 2020
Demand is the big question for the red lentil trade in 2020/21. Much depends on developments in India.
October 5, 2020
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.
October 5, 2020
This year, with reduced production in India and Mexico, and lower seeding intentions in the U.S., Canada, Türkiye and Russia, there was an expectation that market conditions would improve.
October 5, 2020
With new crop peas, chickpeas and lentils recently harvested, what are the export expectations for 2020/21?
October 5, 2020
Tune in to Pulses 2.0’s India Market Outlook to stay on top of the latest developments.
October 5, 2020
Demand for red and speckled beans is presently strong, but is this a short- or long-term phenomena?
October 5, 2020
Watch the recording of this session now on the Pulse Pod!
October 5, 2020
The Pulses 2.0 Green Lentils Market Outlook session featured expert analysis by STATPub’s Brian Clancey.
October 5, 2020
During the initial onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, black bean consumption spiked as panicked consumers cleared out store shelves ahead of national lockdowns.
October 6, 2020
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.
October 6, 2020
Watch again the keynote and VIP speakers' presentations at Pulses 2.0
October 7, 2020
Ali Siddiqui recaps the growing season and discusses the market outlook for Canada’s chickpea crop.
October 8, 2020
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
October 12, 2020
STATPub’s founder tells the story behind his celebrated ag news website and talks lentils and about his participation at Pulses 2.0.
October 13, 2020
Tareq Awad of Fruitimpex joins Global Garbanzo’s Navneet Chhabra and the GPC’s Dario Bard to discuss Russia’s recent chickpea harvest.
October 15, 2020
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
October 22, 2020
The EU intends to use its leadership in food safety and quality standards to effect change beyond its borders.
October 27, 2020
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
October 27, 2020
The Agronegocios del Norte president explains how a variety of climate factors, from severe drought to early frosts, have dramatically altered previous production estimates.
November 2, 2020
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.
November 3, 2020
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
November 4, 2020
The Chairman of Poortman officially retired at the end of October.
November 5, 2020
The healthcare-worker-turned-entrepreneur talks about the inspirations and innovations behind her plant-based bars made with local Canadian ingredients
November 5, 2020
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
November 11, 2020
The fourth edition of the India Pulses and Grain Association’s webinar series examines the inner workings of India’s lentil market and the outlook for Canadian and Australian new crop lentils.
November 12, 2020
What to expect from Canada and the U.S. this marketing year, and how demand is shaping up in Mexico.
November 17, 2020
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
November 18, 2020
As part of the GPC’s continuing coverage of kabuli markets from around the world, Matias Macera of Desdelsur talks with the GPC’s Dario Bard and Global Garbanzo’s Navneet Chhabra about Argentina’s 2020 chickpea crop.
November 19, 2020
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.
November 20, 2020
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
November 24, 2020
The latest report on the Indian Chana market by the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange of India (NCDEX) is available for download.
November 25, 2020
GPC interviews the Director of Food and Agribusiness at KPMG Australia and Pulse Australia’s new chair.
November 26, 2020
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
December 1, 2020
On December 9th, the GPC’s webinar series returns with extensive coverage of Mexico’s recent bean harvest and a look at the supply and demand situation for all pulses.
December 2, 2020
With the seeding of rabi season pulse crops all but wrapped up, the GPC’s Dario Bard checked in with G. Chandrashekhar.
December 10, 2020
The two category 4 hurricanes hit the region in November just as bean crops were nearing harvest.
December 14, 2020
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
December 16, 2020
GPC’s Ask the Experts Mexico Kabuli Chickpea Outlook panel was moderated by Pedro Luengo of Legumbres Luengo. Felipe Sandoval of BeGrait provided the session’s expert analysis.
December 16, 2020
The Green Lentil and Pea Outlook panel was moderated by Raul Caballero of Merc@limentos. Brian Clancey of StatPub was the analyst.
December 16, 2020
The Black Bean Outlook panel featured Joe Cramer from the Michigan Bean Commission as moderator. Independent consultant Vicente Mendoza was the analyst.
December 16, 2020
The Pinto Bean Outlook session featured moderator Carlos Sainz (TRC Group Inc.) and independent consultant Vicente Mendoza as analyst.
December 16, 2020
BeGrait's Felipe Sandoval was the analyst and moderator of the discussion.
December 16, 2020
The latest report on the Indian Chana market by the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange of India (NCDEX) is available for download.
December 21, 2020
Following the challenges of the past two campaigns, ADM’s Vice President for Global Wholesome Ingredients looks ahead to 2021.
December 21, 2020
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
December 22, 2020
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
December 30, 2020
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
January 5, 2021
The latest report on the Indian Chana market by the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange of India (NCDEX) is available for download.
January 6, 2021
JLV Agro’s director reflects on 2020 and looks ahead to 2021
January 14, 2021
The latest report on the Indian Chana market by the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange of India (NCDEX) is available for download.
January 19, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
January 20, 2021
Favorable weather resulted in high yields and excellent quality across pulse crops, but there have been logistical hiccups.
January 25, 2021
With processing units running below capacity, the South India pulse trader and importer argues for opening up the market.
January 27, 2021
As the new year gets underway, we reflect on how far the global pulse industry has come with the former GPC president.
February 1, 2021
BeGrait's Felipe Sandoval updates yellow bean and chickpea production figures.
February 2, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
February 3, 2021
The senior IPGA member discusses the association’s five-year exim policy, which calls for “unrestricted imports and exports with a rider”.
February 8, 2021
Celebrate World Pulses Day with the Global Pulse Confederation and the Community of Pulse Producers and Customers of Ukraine!
February 15, 2021
The latest report on the Indian Chana market by the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange of India (NCDEX) is available for download.
February 18, 2021
Video Recordings of the Webinar Now Available.
February 19, 2021
Last year, as the COVID-19 pandemic swept across the U.S., Jeff Van Pevenage was often quoted in media reports about the resulting spike in pulse demand. In this interview, we delve into CGI’s experience last year and also discuss the outlook for 2021.
February 22, 2021
Alicampo’s founder talks about his company’s successful strategy with growers and the outlook heading into Argentina’s pulse planting season.
February 23, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
February 25, 2021
Türkiye is one of the world's major pulse distribution hubs, with quick delivery times into North Africa, Europe and the Middle East.
March 1, 2021
In the GPC's continuing series of interviews with G. Chandrashekhar, the Hindu Business Line's senior editor and policy commentators discusses the second advance crop estimates for pulses, government policies on imports, MSPs and pulse production, and his thoughts on the ongoing farmers' protests.
March 3, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
March 4, 2021
GPC members reflect on Gordon’s legacy of leadership and wish him well as he moves on.
March 8, 2021
Star Agri’s long-term goal is to become the biggest innovation-led agri-tech company in the world.
March 9, 2021
With harvest at about the mid-point, the GPC checks in with industry sources on the ground.
March 10, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
March 10, 2021
With the seeding of the first pulse crop of 2021 about to begin, the GPC checks in with the director of exports for Global Export.
March 15, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
March 18, 2021
The GPC continues its coverage of kabuli chickpea markets from around the world. In this interview, we speak with Navneet Chhabra of Global Garbanzo about India's rabi season chickpea harvest and get his take on the market outlook for 2021/22.
March 18, 2021
The latest report on the Indian Chana market by the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange of India (NCDEX) is available for download.
March 22, 2021
The international commodities broker says India is a long way from attaining pulse self-sufficiency.
March 25, 2021
The managing director for Arab India Spices on how his company reacted to the pandemic.
March 29, 2021
The latest report on the Indian Chana market by the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange of India (NCDEX) is available for download.
April 5, 2021
More than 1,400 industry professionals registered for IGrain India’s first-ever virtual event.
April 6, 2021
Ask the Experts: East Africa, the first virtual event of its kind focused exclusively on this region.
April 8, 2021
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.
April 14, 2021
The founder of AgPulse Analytica shares his insights on pulse markets and where he sees the industry heading.
April 14, 2021
This past April 14th, the GPC, in partnership with the Eastern Africa Grain Council, presented a virtual conference on pulse markets in East Africa.
April 15, 2021
The senior editor of the Hindu Business Line discusses India's import outlook for 2021-22.
April 19, 2021
Dario Bard and Navneet Chhabra chat with Eleazar Cota of Alazan about Mexico's 2021 Kabuli chickpea crop.
April 20, 2021
Trustex Trading's Fanny Molletones shares insight on the challenges and opportunities of the rapidly growing mung bean industry in Venezuela.
April 21, 2021
With the harvest in the southernmost growing area set to begin in mere weeks, the GPC checks in on the status of the crop.
April 26, 2021
Aggarwal Impex’s founder believes the algorithm-based allocation of import quotas for pulses could mark the beginning of a more transparent system.
April 28, 2021
The General Manager of Comercializadora de Granos Los Arbolitos shares some insight into the Mexican yellow bean market.
April 29, 2021
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.
May 3, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
May 5, 2021
The latest report on the Indian Chana market by the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange of India (NCDEX) is available for download.
May 6, 2021
Join us at the largest virtual event for the global pulse industry!
May 11, 2021
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
May 11, 2021
Catch up with all you missed from this dynamic panel!
May 25, 2021
Catch up on the Desi Chickpeas session at Pulses 2.1 with a full recording of the panel.
May 25, 2021
Missed the Kabuli Chickpea panel at Pulses 2.1? Catch up with a full recording of the session online.
May 25, 2021
The recording of the Pulses 2.1 global Dry Pea session is available now!
May 26, 2021
Catch up on the discussion with the recording here!
May 27, 2021
A global outlook provided by a distinguised panel, lead by analyst Dr. Randall Fairman of Fairman International Business Consulting and moderator Katia Sambin of Chippewa Valley Bean.
May 27, 2021
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.
June 2, 2021
The head of Rathnam Brothers on India’s decision to lift quantitative restrictions on pigeon peas, black matpe and moong.
June 2, 2021
A look ahead at the supply-demand outlook for the major pulses consumed in India.
June 7, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
June 10, 2021
IGrain India’s Rahul Chauhan provides a run down by agricultural commodity.
June 10, 2021
IGrain India’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets
June 18, 2021
Persistent drought in the U.S. Northern Plains and Canadian Prairies has growers hoping for rain.
June 22, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
June 22, 2021
The director of Rajat Agro Commodities on how this tool can help India control pulse prices.
June 25, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
June 29, 2021
Pedro Cortes of Akila group on leveraging their global network in a crisis and the outlook for this year's Brazilian bean crop.
July 1, 2021
With the harvest all but wrapped, CLERA shares its observations on beans that have arrived at processing plants.
July 14, 2021
In advance of his presentation at the GPC’s Ask the Experts South America, we chatted with Esteban Davila of JM Grain.
July 14, 2021
The senior editor of the Hindu Business Line on the advance of the southwest monsoon, pulse stock limits and more.
July 19, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
July 19, 2021
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.
July 19, 2021
Event is scheduled for July 29, 2021.
July 22, 2021
What experience teaches us: How someone with 24 years in the business deals with crises
July 23, 2021
IGrain India’s Rahul Chauhan provides an update on lentil duties in India.
July 27, 2021
Recording is now available!
August 2, 2021
Featuring Marcelo Luders of Correpar (analyst), Lucas Genero of Agrofin (moderator), Mauricio Bortolanza of Kicaldo, Najla Souza of Field Corretora Agribusiness and Rodrigo Madeira of Correpar (panelists).
August 2, 2021
The second Brazilian bean harvest of 2021 is already in its final stretch and has presented several obstacles for producers, including severe droughts and increased competition from corn.
August 3, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
August 4, 2021
Reflections from industry leaders on Saleem Abdul Cader and the Cader family’s many contributions to the global pulse industry and the country of Sri Lanka.
August 5, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
August 12, 2021
The managing director for Mahashree Group in Tanzania talks about production and the effects of India's trade agreement.
August 18, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
August 19, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
August 26, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
August 31, 2021
DW Sturt & Co are renowned in the pulses industry for their in-depth reports on North American dry beans.
September 3, 2021
Ahead of Ramadan, Gaurav Jain gives an update on the Australian Desi chickpea crop and subsequent pricing, supply and demand scenarios.
September 6, 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.
September 7, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
September 8, 2021
Arbaza’s senior global account manager on Brazil’s dry bean production and exports, and his expectations for the future.
September 9, 2021
The GPC covered the CSCA’s Pulse and Special Crops Convention 2021 on September 8 and 9, 2021.
September 13, 2021
The GPC covered the CSCA’s Pulse and Special Crops Convention 2021 on September 8 and 9, 2021.
September 13, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
September 15, 2021
The GPC Ask the Experts webinar series attracts hundreds of leading industry players from more than 50 countries.
September 15, 2021
The senior editor of The Hindu Business Line discusses seeded area estimates and production projections, as well as the monsoon’s September revival.
September 20, 2021
Currently Head of Pulses at Agrocorp International, Mostyn Gregg has been a key player in the pulses industry for over 12 years.
September 20, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
September 21, 2021
Indian government pulses production estimate is overstated, assert experts.
September 22, 2021
Catch up on the Mexico Chickpeas panel at the GPC's Ask the Experts North America event!
October 4, 2021
The recording of the session is now available!
October 4, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
October 5, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
October 12, 2021
This week, we spoke to James about Pulses UK’s core mission, Brexit’s impact on the agricultural industry and the future of pulses.
October 14, 2021
With decades of experience in pulses trading, Felipe Sandoval of BeGrait is a true authority on the industry.
October 18, 2021
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.
October 19, 2021
Self-registration ends on October 31, 2021.
October 20, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
October 20, 2021
How Russian exporters have fared with lifting of the export ban into India.
October 25, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
October 27, 2021
Sofia Agro’s commercial director on Uzbekistan’s 2021 pulse production and exports, and the country’s promising future as a pulse powerhouse.
October 28, 2021
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.
November 1, 2021
“Pet food trends tend to follow human demands,” Edwards said. The new plant will have a 300k MT/year processing capability.
November 1, 2021
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.
November 2, 2021
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.
November 2, 2021
Happy Deepawali from IGrain India. IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
November 4, 2021
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.
November 4, 2021
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.
November 5, 2021
This week, Madaline Dunn chatted to Brendan McKeegan, co-founder and director of Australian Plant Proteins (APP), about plant protein projections, innovative tech and APP’s commitment to sustainability.
November 8, 2021
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.
November 9, 2021
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.
November 10, 2021
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.
November 12, 2021
On November 15th, the GPC’s Ask the Experts webinar series returns with extensive coverage of European pulse markets.
November 12, 2021
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.
November 16, 2021
Prairie Farms has been in Rice, Minnesota since Frank Wojtanowicz and Anna Bujarski settled and started farming in 1906.
November 17, 2021
In this presentation, featured speaker Arjan Geerlings talked about the value-added market in Europe.
November 17, 2021
In a short speech, Jean Louis Lamau gave an overview of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania.
November 17, 2021
Malgrorzata Kot-Bilska of Vitalpol presented some information about Polish beans and touched on the new crop.
November 17, 2021
In a short speech, Edgar Moita of Arbus Comercio Internacional discussed the Portuguese pulses market.
November 17, 2021
The GPC’s Ask The Experts Northern Europe panel featured Moderator/Analyst Randy Duckworth of the GPC and Panelists Alex Cherki of CIACAM and Cor Hage of AGT Foods Europe.
November 18, 2021
The GPC’s Ask The Experts Europe Spain panel featured Moderator Albert Garcia of Alons-Gar, Analyst José Manuel Álvarez of Asociación de Legumbristas de España and Panelists Pedro Luengo of Legumbres Luengo, Santiago Blázquez of Santiago Blázquez S.L. and Pedro Álvarez of Legumbres Pénelas.
November 18, 2021
The GPC’s Ask The Experts Europe UK panel featured Michael Shuldham of Pulses UK as Moderator/Analyst and James Maguire of KWS UK and Andy Bury of Frontier Agriculture as Panelists.
November 18, 2021
The GPC’s Ask The Experts Europe Italy panel featured Moderator/Analyst Katia Sambin of Chippewa Valley Bean and panelists Angela Fabris of Fabris & Co, Antonio Borrelli of PEDON, Giovanna Sepe of La Doria and Denis Xausa of CAXA.
November 18, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
November 19, 2021
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.
November 23, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
November 24, 2021
This week, Luke Wilkinson chatted to Gonzalo about his life in pulses, changing tastes, and the present and future of the Spanish market.
November 24, 2021
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.
November 24, 2021
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.
November 25, 2021
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.
November 26, 2021
The webinar covered Michigan, California, Minnesota and North Dakota, Rocky Mountain and Nebraska.
November 29, 2021
Debates about opportunities created by this market are also part of the event.
November 29, 2021
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.
November 29, 2021
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.
November 30, 2021
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.
December 1, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
December 2, 2021
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.
December 2, 2021
In the GPC's ongoing series of conversations with the senior editor at the Hindu Business Line, we recap the latest rabi sowing numbers, discuss prices and demand, and delve behind some of the recent headlines.
December 3, 2021
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.
December 7, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
December 9, 2021
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.
December 9, 2021
Kanish Gupta is Co-Founder of Pilk, a plant-based milk start-up based in Mumbai, India.
December 9, 2021
Madaline Dunn spoke to Nick Goddard, CEO of Pulse Australia, to learn more about the upcoming Australian harvest, the industry's resiliency and his projections for pulses looking forward.
December 13, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
December 14, 2021
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.
December 14, 2021
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.
December 15, 2021
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.
December 16, 2021
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.
December 17, 2021
IGrain’s Rahul Chahuan shares an update on the Kharif pigeon pea crop, citing data from a recent survey performed by the company.
December 20, 2021
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 Türkiye.
December 20, 2021
Delfina Uranga of Agronegocios Jewell, one of Argentina’s leading chickpea exporters, joins Global Garbanzo's Navneet Chhabra and the GPC's Dario Bard to discuss the market outlook for the country’s recently harvested 2021 kabuli chickpea crop.
December 21, 2021
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.
December 23, 2021
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%.
December 23, 2021
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.
January 3, 2022
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.
January 4, 2022
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.
January 4, 2022
IGrain India wishes you a Happy New Year. IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
January 5, 2022
Kira Nash chatted with Giovanni De Angelis about ANICAV’s work and mission and got his overview of the canning market as it stands.
January 5, 2022
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.
January 10, 2022
GPC’s Executive Committee has made the very difficult decision to postpone the Pulses 22 convention.
January 11, 2022
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.
January 11, 2022
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
January 12, 2022
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.
January 12, 2022
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.
January 14, 2022
"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."
January 17, 2022
In our continuing series of conversations, the senior editor at the Hindu Business Line provides an update on rabi sowing progress, discusses the COVID-19 situation in India and takes us behind some of the recent headlines.
January 18, 2022
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
January 19, 2022
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.
January 20, 2022
Kira Nash caught up with Kelle Horn of Pacific Rim Shipbrokers about her business and the implications of the global shipping crisis on trade.
January 20, 2022
We look forward to coming together with you from May 10 - 12, 2022 at the Intercontinental Hotel Festival City in Dubai.
January 21, 2022
Kira Nash chatted to Louis Curtil, one of the founders of the new Belgian pea milk brand Tiptoh.
January 24, 2022
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.
January 25, 2022
“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.”
January 26, 2022
Kira Nash spoke to Arjan Geerlings from Herba Ingredients about their move into pulses, organic and allergen-free production, and the current market situation.
January 27, 2022
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.
January 28, 2022
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.
February 1, 2022
On January 28, 2022, the IPGA gave its first webinar of the year with an outlook on the Rabi 21/22 season.
February 2, 2022
This week, Madaline Dunn chatted to Tarwi's Cata Gorgulho to learn about the company's inception, its mission to popularize the lupin bean and how small dietary changes can have a big environmental impact.
February 2, 2022
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
February 3, 2022
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.
February 7, 2022
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.
February 8, 2022
Tareq Awad of Fruitimpex joins Global Garbanzo's Navneet Chhabra and the GPC's Dario Bard to discuss Russia's 2021 kabuli chickpea crop, as well as how exports are going in the current marketing year and the outlook for the 2022 planting season.
February 8, 2022
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
February 10, 2022
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.
February 10, 2022
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.
February 14, 2022
The senior editor of the Hindu Business Line provides preliminary rabi season pulse production figures and discusses imports, demand and the latest headlines.
February 14, 2022
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.
February 16, 2022
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
February 17, 2022
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.
February 17, 2022
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 21, 2022
Lupin Platform Inc. is part of a project funded by Protein Industries Canada working to make the lupin bean Canada’s next staple crop.
February 22, 2022
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.
February 23, 2022
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.
February 24, 2022
The conditional import of moong for Indian importers was allowed through Trade Notice No. 37/2021-22.
March 2, 2022
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.
March 2, 2022
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.
March 3, 2022
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.
March 4, 2022
Jesse Sam caught up with Rajendren in early 2022 to get his perspective on a turbulent time for Sri Lanka.
March 7, 2022
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.
March 8, 2022
Gaurav Jain of AG Pulse Analytica shares his insight into the effect of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on the global pulse market.
March 9, 2022
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
March 10, 2022
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.
March 10, 2022
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.
March 14, 2022
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.
March 14, 2022
The senior editor of the Hindu Business Line reacts to the official pulse production figures and discusses the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war on India, as well as the country’s pulse demand outlook and changing import policies.
March 16, 2022
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
March 17, 2022
Speaking with Luke Wilkinson, Federico talks us through his tried and tested Speed Breeding system, and the myriad benefits it can bring.
March 17, 2022
The company develops specialist plant proteins which it supplies to food producers. Jesse Sam spoke to the pair in January.
March 21, 2022
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.
March 23, 2022
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.
March 24, 2022
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.
March 24, 2022
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.
March 25, 2022
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.
March 28, 2022
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.
March 29, 2022
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.
March 29, 2022
Igrain’s Rahul Chauhan clarifies the details of India’s decision to extend imports of certain pulses
March 30, 2022
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
March 30, 2022
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.
March 30, 2022
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.
March 31, 2022
The CEO of Samba Foods gives the GPC an in-depth look into the Brazilian market and the inner workings of his company.
March 31, 2022
Kira Nash caught up with Mattia to discuss the situation of the pulse market in Italy.
April 4, 2022
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.
April 6, 2022
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
April 8, 2022
In this edition of the GPC's monthly conversations with G. Chandrashekhar, the senior editor of the Hindu Business Line discusses the rabi harvest, pricing trends, India’s trade policies and more.
April 8, 2022
Meeting will take place at Intercontinental Festival City Hotel Ballroom, Dubai, UAE (May 12, 2022 at 10:00 AM GMT)
April 10, 2022
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
April 11, 2022
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
April 12, 2022
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.
April 12, 2022
“I use insights from GPC conferences to help shape my trading strategy for the upcoming months” - Bharat Thakkar
April 13, 2022
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.
April 14, 2022
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.
April 18, 2022
Madaline Dunn talked to Dr. Guy Sandelowsky about his company OMNI, a plant-based dog food brand that's using pulses to make dogs healthy and the planet greener.
April 19, 2022
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.
May 5, 2022
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.
May 5, 2022
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.
May 6, 2022
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.
May 6, 2022
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.
May 6, 2022
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.
May 8, 2022
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.
May 10, 2022
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.
May 24, 2022
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
May 25, 2022
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.
May 25, 2022
Jesse Sam caught up with the import/export manager of Memisoglu to get her outlook on the Turkish pulses market this year.
May 27, 2022
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.
May 30, 2022
Mehmet Sonmez is a Partner at Armada Foods, one of the largest pulses companies in Türkiye. 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.
May 30, 2022
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.
May 31, 2022
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.
June 1, 2022
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.
June 2, 2022
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."
June 6, 2022
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.
June 7, 2022
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.
June 9, 2022
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.
June 14, 2022
In this edition of the GPC's ongoing conversations with G. Chandrashekhar, the Hindu Business Line's senior editor comments on official rabi and kharif figures, discusses several factors that might impact kharif sowing and shares his thoughts on India's pulse import need for 2022-23.
June 20, 2022
Catch up on all things Red Lentil with the recording of the session from Pulses 22, now available!
June 21, 2022
All the exclusive insights from the Mung Bean, Pigeon Pea and Urad panel at Pulses 22 are available via the session recording, watch it now!
June 21, 2022
Whether you missed it or want a reminder, you can watch a recording of the Pulses 22 Dry Pea session online now!
June 21, 2022
The recording of the Colored and Speckled Beans session at Pulses 22 is now available to watch online!
June 21, 2022
Need a refresher of all the insights from the Pulses 22 Green and Brown Lentil panel? Watch the recording here!
June 21, 2022
Catch up on the Desi Chickpea panel from Pulses 22 by watching the recording, now available.
June 21, 2022
Missed the Pulses 22 White and Faba bean panel? Watch the recording here!
June 21, 2022
The Pulses 22 Kabuli Chickpea panel recording is now available - watch it here!
June 21, 2022
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.
June 21, 2022
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
June 24, 2022
IGrain’s Rahul Chauhan provides information on pricing and current inventories, as well as import figures and news from domestic and international markets.
June 28, 2022
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.
June 30, 2022
The Honest Bean Co. is a small UK business with big dreams. Having grown out of Adam Palmer’s family farm, the company is on a mission to increase UK consumption of British-grown fava beans.
July 5, 2022
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.
July 5, 2022
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.
July 8, 2022
The last few years have seen big changes in the Mexican bean market with Covid-19 consequences, the threat of drought and fluctuating demand. Luke Wilkinson gives an update on the market as it stands.
July 12, 2022
GPC Belarusian journalists explore the cause of rising prices in the two countries, the possibility of food shortages and the pulse situation in Russia.
July 14, 2022
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.
July 20, 2022
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.
July 26, 2022
India’s renowned policy commentator and global agri-business specialist G. Chandrashekhar on the planting progress for pulse crops this kharif season and how the 2022-23 marketing year might unfold for the global pulse trade.
July 26, 2022
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.
July 28, 2022
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.
August 2, 2022
The GPCYP is launching its inaugural Internship Program in September 2022, designed to educate young industry newcomers on pulses for a sustainable planet.
August 4, 2022
Jesse Sam spoke to Sachin Khurana, India Representative of the USA Dry Pea and Lentil Council to get an update on Kharif planting and learn about the factors that affect farmers’ choices and yield outcomes.
August 4, 2022
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
August 4, 2022
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.
August 8, 2022
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.
August 10, 2022
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.
August 11, 2022
AgPulse Analytica is predicting tight pea supplies in Europe due to dry weather in the main producing countries. In a market where Russian imports are restricted, Gaurav Jain discusses the implications.
August 12, 2022
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.
August 16, 2022
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.
August 17, 2022
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.
August 17, 2022
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.
August 18, 2022
With the dry bean harvest now wrapped up in Argentina, fears about yields have been confirmed. Dario Bard caught up with Matias Macera & Marcelo Soto from Desdelsur to get the lowdown.
August 22, 2022
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.
August 24, 2022
Food awareness organization ProVeg International has announced plans to establish a representative office in Shanghai, China. This is the first time an international NGO focused on supporting plant-based diets has opened an office in the country.
August 24, 2022
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.
August 25, 2022
UK food awareness organizations, vegan charities, and plant-based food companies have united to initiate a school food revolution to transform school meals for the better.
August 29, 2022
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.
August 30, 2022
Ahead of the September 6 ABARES report, Gaurav Jain of AgPulse Analytica shares insights into Australia’s chickpea and lentil production, looking at rainfall, acreage and yield estimates.
August 31, 2022
GPC’s Dario Bard and Global Garbanzo’s Navneet Chhabra talk to Mert Hazar of Arbel to get the lowdown on Türkiye’s 2022 kabuli chickpea crop and its effect on the global shortage.
September 1, 2022
India’s renowned policy commentator and global agri-business specialist G. Chandrashekhar discusses the latest kharif season pulse sowing numbers and offers his production projections for pigeon peas, black matpe and moong.
September 2, 2022
The recording of the Argentina Roundtable is now available to GPC members only! Catch up on all you’ve missed from this dynamic webinar covering Argentina’s dry bean production
September 5, 2022
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.
September 6, 2022
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.
September 7, 2022
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.
September 8, 2022
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.
September 13, 2022
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.
September 14, 2022
Anticipándose a su rol de panelista en Cancún, Pablo Fernández conversó con Luke Wilkinson sobre la próxima cosecha de garbanzos y la historia de su negocio familiar.
September 14, 2022
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.
September 15, 2022
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.
September 19, 2022
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.
September 20, 2022
With Russia’s chickpea harvest in full swing, the GPC’s Dario Bard, together with Navneet Chhabra of Global Garbanzo, checked in with Tareq Awad of Fruitimpex to see how the crop is coming along.
September 23, 2022
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.
September 26, 2022
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.
September 27, 2022
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.
September 28, 2022
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.
September 29, 2022
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.
October 3, 2022
Kira Nash interviews Mattia Pedon about Pedon Group’s humanitarian work and the importance and benefits of giving back.
October 4, 2022
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.
October 5, 2022
Marcos Mosnaim is the field crop trading manager for Export Packers. Luke Wilkinson interviewed him about this year’s lentil crop and shifting trade patterns between Canada and Mexico.
October 10, 2022
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.
October 11, 2022
A discussion about the latest kharif season pulse sowing numbers, the government's first advance estimate and rabi season sowing.
October 11, 2022
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.
October 12, 2022
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.
October 17, 2022
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.
October 19, 2022
Anis Majeed, long-standing member of the pulses industry, sadly passed away this month. In this piece, GPC members pay tribute.
October 20, 2022
Despite relatively low production levels and strong global supply as well as the extension of the zero import duty, Indian lentil demand is lagging behind. Gaurav Jain reports.
October 24, 2022
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.
October 25, 2022
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.
October 26, 2022
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.
October 31, 2022
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.
November 1, 2022
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.
November 2, 2022
An early look at India's rabi season sowing of pulse crops from renowned policy commentator and global agri-business specialist G. Chandrashekhar.
November 7, 2022
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.
November 8, 2022
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.
November 10, 2022
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!
November 11, 2022
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.
November 14, 2022
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
November 16, 2022
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.
November 17, 2022
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.
November 22, 2022
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!
November 22, 2022
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.
November 22, 2022
GPC's President Cindy Brown talks about GPC Conferences and gives us 4 motives to register for the Americas Pulses Congress.
November 23, 2022
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.
November 24, 2022
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.
November 28, 2022
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.
November 29, 2022
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.
November 30, 2022
Introducing the proposed program for the GPC’s first ever regional event, with a special focus on pulse trade across the Americas!
December 2, 2022
Discover some of the people you’ll meet in Cancun! We have an attendee list. Check it out!
December 2, 2022
AgPulse Analytica’s Gaurav Jain explains how India came to be the top global exporter of pulses flours and why this represents a great opportunity for pulse processors.
December 2, 2022
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!
December 5, 2022
Farmers and traders hoped not to see a repeat of last year’s drought and low yields, and in the most part, this year’s dry pea, lentil, and chickpea crops have delivered. Luke Wilkinson reports.
December 5, 2022
Rewatch or catch up with all the presentations from speakers and panels at the GPC's America's Pulses Congress, held on December 3-5, 2022 in Cancun, Mexico.
December 5, 2022
A recap of the latest rabi season pulse sowing figures and a look at what may lie ahead in 2022-23.
December 19, 2022
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.
December 20, 2022
Gaurav Jain goes into detail about the current supply and demand situation for desi chickpeas in the key markets leading up to the holy month of Ramadan.
December 21, 2022
Relive the talks and panels in Cancun with these videos.
December 22, 2022
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!
December 28, 2022
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.
January 4, 2023
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.
January 5, 2023
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.
January 10, 2023
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.
January 10, 2023
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.
January 11, 2023
Luke Wilkinson talks with Thoric Cederstrom about his career in humanitarian response, the power of price, and how reducing cooking time will make beans a better bet for food aid.
January 12, 2023
Dwindling foreign exchange reserves have put Pakistan's ability to guarantee imports in danger. Is a solution on the horizon? Luke Wilkinson investigates.
January 17, 2023
Dropping share prices and poor sales reports have brought the plant-based industry under scrutiny in recent months. Has the protein transition stalled? Luke Wilkinson investigates.
January 18, 2023
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.
January 19, 2023
Pulse enthusiast Steve Sando explains how he created Rancho Gordo, the Californian pulse brand built on the remarkable beauty and flavor of heirloom beans - and why bean extinction makes him nervous…
January 24, 2023
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’.
January 25, 2023
Monika Linton of Brindisa talked with Luke Wilkinson about the unique benefits of heirloom pulses, the importance of terroir, and why she prefers Butifarra and Ganxet to British bangers and beans…
January 26, 2023
Registration for the pulse industry’s #1 global event is open and… it’s time to prepare! Apply for your visa today with this application tutorial.
January 30, 2023
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.
January 31, 2023
In this interview, G. Chandrashekhar runs through the final rabi season pulse sowing numbers and gives us his early take on production.
February 2, 2023
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.
February 7, 2023
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.
February 8, 2023
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.
February 9, 2023
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.
February 14, 2023
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.
February 15, 2023
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.
February 16, 2023
Pea and lentil supplies are at historic lows for one of the world’s largest pulse producers and exporters; how will Canada’s depleted volumes affect the global pulse industry? Gaurav Jain reports.
February 21, 2023
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.
February 22, 2023
The allowal of Russian pea exports into China late last year has come at a significant moment. With Russia becoming an important exporter and Canada focusing increasingly on domestic processing, how will this shape the market?
February 23, 2023
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.
February 28, 2023
Chandra provides his view on the estimates and warns of a potential looming disaster for the kharif season.
February 28, 2023
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.
March 3, 2023
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.
March 7, 2023
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.
March 8, 2023
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.
March 9, 2023
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.
March 14, 2023
Rosstat’s latest report shows impressive production for pulses, particularly peas, in 2022. Despite this and the potential for exports to China, AgPulse Analytica doesn’t expect acreages to increase.
March 16, 2023
Chef, author and teacher Jenny Chandler, chatted to Luke Wilkinson about the joy of teaching kids to cook, her unending love for pulses and the potential of British fava beans.
March 17, 2023
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.
March 21, 2023
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.
March 22, 2023
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.
March 23, 2023
This week-long program is packed with interesting tours, interviews and field visits. We are accepting applications by April 3!
March 27, 2023
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
March 28, 2023
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.
March 30, 2023
Dario Bard speaks to Navneet Chhabra about the production volume and quality of India’s 2023 kabuli crop, how markets are reacting and what the industry can expect in the months ahead.
April 4, 2023
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.
April 6, 2023
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.
April 17, 2023
How PABRA is harnessing the power of climate-smart beans, gender equality, and collaborative governance to spread fairness and prosperity across Africa and increase bean consumption along the way.
April 18, 2023
NAFED’s chickpea inventories are expected to reach record levels this year, what does this mean for markets, both domestic and international? AgPulse Analytica’s Guarav Jain reports.
April 20, 2023
Ahead of his keynote speech at Pulses 23 in Sydney, Euromonitor’s Matt Tripodi chats to Luke Wilkinson about why pulses are superheroes and how an image change could bring them to growing populations around the globe.
April 25, 2023
Orion chats with Luke Wilkinson about the drop in US pulse acreages, EU markets and how foreign exchange issues continue to cast doubt on imports around the world.
April 27, 2023
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.
April 28, 2023
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.
May 3, 2023
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.
May 3, 2023
Looking at prices, consumption and trade, AgPulse Analytica provides market analysis off of predictions that global lentil production in 2023 could surpass 2017’s record highs.
May 10, 2023
Jahid Nagarwala, CEO of Alfa Group, discusses the trade relationship between Africa and India, benefits of exporting in the UAE and the importance of our upcoming convention.
May 10, 2023
The CEO of Bombi's Group, talks to Aniqah Majid about model farms, political and economic restraints and Pakistan’s unique pulses market.
May 10, 2023
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.
May 17, 2023
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.
May 18, 2023
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.
May 23, 2023
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.
May 26, 2023
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.
May 30, 2023
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.
June 12, 2023
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.
June 13, 2023
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.
June 14, 2023
Neeraj Dhawan, Founder and Managing Director at Mega Grain Trading Co. Pvt. Ltd talks to Sonia Sharma about Pulses 23 and how India is expanding its reach and growth areas within the industry.
June 15, 2023
Look back on all the action and download the photos and presentations from the pulse industry’s #1 global event
June 16, 2023
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.
June 21, 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.
June 22, 2023
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.
June 27, 2023
Favorable prices and enormous production means India is set to emerge as a top exporter of desi chickpeas in 2023. What does this mean for Australian exporters? Gaurav Jain goes into detail.
June 29, 2023
Key insights on the supply and demand situation in the main Desi markets, foreign exchange reserves, inflation and increased prices causing disruptions, and more.
June 29, 2023
Our experts provide an overview of the kabuli chickpea market, the factors influencing global trade in 2023/24, supply and demand trends and more.
June 30, 2023
With Türkiye 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.
July 3, 2023
Experts from the biggest Mung Bean markets cover production, import and export campaigns, pricing information and the factors influencing the global outlook in 2023/24.
July 4, 2023
Will Myanmar and East African volumes of Pigeon Peas be sufficient to meet the Indian demand? How will trade be affected by the political situations in Myanmar and Pakistan? Will strong Indian demand influence sowing in East Africa? Our experts share their insights on the main Pigeon Pea & Black Matpe markets.
July 5, 2023
Our experts provide an overview of the global dry peas market, covering the key producing regions, the supply and demand scenario, facts shaping the trade landscape, and much more.
July 6, 2023
Our experts discuss the supply and demand scenarios in a diverse session that looks at the unique factors influencing these markets, and what we can expect going into the second half of 2023.
July 7, 2023
Following on from a February update, which indicated Russian pea exports to China were to begin in March, Gaurav Jain looks at Chinese pea imports and what news of a first bulk vessel from Russia means for markets.
July 7, 2023
How will Argentine exports to Brazil evolve in the second half of this year? What are the main destinations for US exports? How will political and currency factors affecting trade in Ethiopia pan out in 2023/24? Our expert panelists share their exclusive industry knowledge.
July 10, 2023
A detailed panorama of the white bean market at a global level, looking at the production campaigns of the most important producers, sales expectations, prices and much more.
July 11, 2023
The Statistics Canada numbers released at the end of June predicted lentil acreages 15% down on 2022. Taking data from the Pulse Atlas, we look at the details of the green/red split and what it means for markets.
July 11, 2023
Our experts take an in-depth look at the main green and brown lentils producers, covering supply and demand information, pricing and market behavior.
July 12, 2023
After his recent appointment to the board, Fethi Sonmez sat down with GPC to share his insights on the upcoming harvest, Türkiye’s fiscal health, and why Canadian imports will be subdued in 2023.
July 12, 2023
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.
July 13, 2023
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
July 13, 2023
Rewatch or catch up with all the presentations from speakers at the GPC's Pulses 23, held on May 28-31, 2023 in Sydney, Australia.
July 14, 2023
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.
July 14, 2023
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.
July 19, 2023
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.
July 21, 2023
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.
July 25, 2023
Tuba Memis, General Manager of Memisoglu Tarim, discusses the Turkish harvest, resilient Russian exports, and why Türkiye will be this year’s foremost chickpea provider.
July 25, 2023
What are you waiting for? Upgrade your membership to Gold or President’s Club today and make the most of the new benefits that add even more value!
July 27, 2023
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.
July 28, 2023
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.
August 8, 2023
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.
August 9, 2023
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.
August 11, 2023
Following a recent Rosstat report, Gaurav Jain looks at production and export potential of Russian peas in the context of record acreages for 2023/24.
August 14, 2023
Recent shifts in economy, agronomy, and climate seem to point to a drop in pulse acreage across many key pulse-producing countries. But what does the data tell us?
August 16, 2023
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.
August 21, 2023
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.
August 22, 2023
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.
September 1, 2023
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.
September 5, 2023
Skane Group CEO Vanesa Tejero Leon and Italy Sales Director Andrés Gil on the family business trading in pulses out of Rotterdam and pioneering in Venezuelan mung beans.
September 6, 2023
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.
September 8, 2023
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.
September 12, 2023
Exclusive Pulse Atlas data shows a huge monthly increase in Türkiye’s kabuli imports for 2023 compared to previous years. Speaking to trade experts, we take a look at the influencing factors.
September 14, 2023
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.
September 14, 2023
The CEO of one of Uzbekistan’s few pulse traders, Sofia Agro, speaks candidly about the lengthy logistics of exporting pulses from Uzbekistan, and why China is an essential partner.
September 20, 2023
In an announcement released on September 21, the Russian government announced the imposition of an export tax on some goods, including pulses. We speak to industry members to find out what this means.
September 22, 2023
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.
September 25, 2023
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.
September 27, 2023
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 Türkiye’s 2023 production and trade outlook.
October 3, 2023
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.
October 6, 2023
Owner and General Manager of SMM Imports and Exports, Sefa Mohammed explains the ins and outs of the Ethiopian market: difficulty obtaining numbers, currency troubles, and a strategy to unleash the nation’s pulse potential.
October 10, 2023
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.
October 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.
October 12, 2023
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.
October 17, 2023
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.
October 19, 2023
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.
October 23, 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.
October 26, 2023
Learn everything you need to know about getting your visa for Pulses 24 in New Delhi.
October 26, 2023
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.
October 26, 2023
The Agro&Food Security Forum took place in Warsaw on October 10-11, 2023. Download the presentations from the panels and speakers now!
October 31, 2023
The Purchasing Director at Pedon Group on this year’s Italian pulse landscape, the post-covid slide away from organic, and the importance of ‘dirty shoes’.
October 31, 2023
We kindly invite all GPC members to submit their applications to become a member of the GPC Board of Directors. Due date: November 27, 2023 (5 PM GMT).
November 1, 2023
Charm investors at our Cobra Cave Pitch event at Pulses 24 for the chance to make your pulse business idea a reality! Submit your proposals to GPC by January 10th.
November 1, 2023
Learn more about how to nominate a company. Winners will be announced at Pulses 24. Final Nomination Submittal Date: January 3, 2024.
November 2, 2023
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.
November 2, 2023
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.
November 7, 2023
Gaurav Jain takes a close look at pigeon pea production in India and the scenario for imports going into the next quarter. With the domestic crop predicted down, import volumes could reach record levels.
November 8, 2023
Hurricane Norma’s addition of water to Mexico’s struggling reservoirs may increase acreage for beans and chickpeas despite delaying seedings.
November 9, 2023
Pulse retailer Verde Valle’s purchasing manager Hector de Luna on Mexico's upcoming seedings, the ongoing effects of poor climate, and why this year could be a record for Mexican bean imports.
November 9, 2023
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.
November 14, 2023
Navneet Chhabra of Global Garbanzo and Dario Bard of the GPC spoke with Carlos Carias of The Redwood Group to get the lowdown on the US 2023 kabuli chickpea crop.
November 15, 2023
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
November 16, 2023
15 years in the pulses trade means GPC Board member Saurabh Bhartia knows a few things about pulse market dynamics. He discusses India’s pulses scenario and pigeon, desi and lentil markets with Lara Gilmour.
November 21, 2023
Global Garbanzo’s Navneet Chhabra and the GPC’s Dario Bard spoke with Ali Siddiqui of the Northern Chickpeas Alliance (NCA) about Canada’s 2023 kabuli chickpea crop.
November 22, 2023
The Lifetime Achievement Award will be given to Huseyin Arslan at the GPC’s Pulses 24 convention in New Delhi, India in February 2024.
November 23, 2023
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.
November 29, 2023
Shanthi Gnanasekaran and Hannah Fratt, Marketing Assistant and Logistics Specialist for Commercial Lynks, Inc discuss a strong year for yellow peas and domestic chickpea consumption in the USA.
November 29, 2023
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.
November 30, 2023
Looking at the background and the current situation in India, some days ago Gaurav Jain spoke to experts about the ever-increasing possibility of an easing of pea import restrictions in 2024. Now it is official: India will allow duty-free imports of yellow peas until March 31, 2024, the government said in a notification late on December 7.
December 5, 2023
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.
December 6, 2023
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.
December 7, 2023
Norway’s imports of faba beans have been on the rise for the last five years, according to Pulse Atlas data. Looking at the numbers and talking to experts, we explore the story behind the increase.
December 12, 2023
COP28 took place on November 30 - December 12, 2023 and was the first COP at which food was a priority. GPC headed to Dubai to spread the words about pulses; read how we got on.
December 13, 2023
Desdelsur’s Trading Manager, Matías Macera on the effects of El Niño, farmers' selling intentions, and how the farmlands will help the new Argentinian government generate much-needed economic recovery.
December 14, 2023
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.
December 19, 2023
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
December 20, 2023
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.
December 21, 2023
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.
December 22, 2023
We share the most important insights from the US Dry Bean Council’s Webinar on the 2023 harvest, which took place on November 22.
December 26, 2023
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.
December 27, 2023
Pulse Industry Dynamics Unveiled: Challenges, Collaborations, and Future Initiatives. IPGA's Webinar Delivers Key Insights for Sustainable Growth, read the coverage for more insights.
December 28, 2023
The Operations Manager of Pronutre discusses spikes in Nicaraguan prices, the rise of the US red bean, and why Costa Rican traders will diversify their imports for 2024.
January 3, 2024
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.
January 4, 2024
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.
January 10, 2024
We chatted to Pietro Schisler, Senior Global Account Manager at Arbaza, about inflated pulse prices, and how climate is reducing yields and creating pulse planting dilemmas for Brazilian farmers.
January 10, 2024
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.
January 15, 2024
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.
January 17, 2024
The National Coordinator of the Tanzanian Pulses Network on Tanzanian pulse production, a long-awaited MoU with India, and the TPN’s advocacy role protecting pulse industry workers.
January 18, 2024
Meeting will take place at Taj Palace Hotel Ballroom, New Delhi, India (February 16, 2024 at 9:00 am (GMT+5:30).
January 19, 2024
Gaurav Jain of AgPulse Analytica looks in detail at Chinese pea demand in 2023 and comments on the possible outcomes for the trade in 2024.
January 23, 2024
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’.
January 24, 2024
Discover some of the people you’ll meet in New Delhi! We have a preliminary attendee list. Check it out!
January 29, 2024
Gaurav Jain looks at trends in India’s lentil production and the influence of acreage and MSP in the context of the possibility of record production in 2024.
January 30, 2024
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.
January 31, 2024
While production has remained low but stable, Chinese Kabuli chickpea imports have risen five-fold since 2018. Market insiders predict this trend will continue
February 1, 2024
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.
February 8, 2024
Aravindhan Ravindraraj is the Director of Australian company Arya Pulses. We spoke with him about the latest export trends in Australia and predictions for next season.
February 8, 2024
Fabumin and Ebro Ingredients were the respective recipients of the GPC’s Sustainability Leadership and Innovation Awards, which were given for the second year at Pulses 24 in New Delhi on February 16.
February 19, 2024
Rewatch or catch up with all the presentations from speakers and panels at the GPC's Pulses 24, held on February 14-17, 2024 in New Delhi, India.
February 21, 2024
How are shorter supplies in North America impacting prices? What impact did the Australian harvest have on the global trade scenario and how far did it go in supplying Asian markets? How are exports out of Russia and Kazakhstan? Explore these topics and more with the Red Lentils panel.
February 21, 2024
Will India open up mung imports? How is Chinese demand evolving and what are the main origins? How much mung will Australian growers plant and what is impacting their decisions? Explore these topics and more with the Mung Bean panel.
February 21, 2024
Will it signal a reverse in the downward global production trend of the past few years and a catalyst for export markets? What is the impact of fewer larger calibers on prices? How will Mexico’s water situation evolve and impact seeding for 2024? Explore these topics and more with the Kabuli Chickpeas panel.
February 21, 2024
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.
February 21, 2024
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.
February 21, 2024
The fabulous Pulses 24 convention unfolded against the majestic backdrop of the Taj Palace Hotel in New Delhi. And it’s official - this was one of our biggest and most beloved events ever!
February 21, 2024
Who are the main importers of Russia’s record yellow pea production and how did the export tax impact trade? How will Chinese demand pan out in 2024 and will India open up imports? USA domestic consumption is increasing, what are the driving factors? How will peas play into feed markets? Explore these topics and more with the Dry Peas panel.
February 22, 2024
What impact will a shorter Aussie crop have on imports to South Asia? What is India’s import need following the rabi harvest? What are the sowing intentions in Tanzania for 2024? Explore these topics and more with the Desi Chickpeas Panel.
February 22, 2024
Has India’s rabi production been enough to take some of the pressure off pigeon pea supplies? How is pigeon pea planting expected to pan out in East Africa? Will Myanmar’s production of black matpe stay at the highs of the past two years? Explore these topics and more with the Pigeon Peas Panel.
February 22, 2024
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.
February 22, 2024
Shorter pigeon pea supplies have driven up green lentil prices in North America, how will this affect seeding in 2024? Are France and Spain still looking at downward trends in production? How is demand from India following on from the rabi harvest? Explore these topics and more with the Green & Brown Lentils panel.
February 22, 2024
In this panel, our panelists will dive into the supply and demand scenarios for black-eyed beans and cowpeas across the main producing and consuming markets. Looking at pricing trends, production and consumption patterns and import and export scenarios, they’ll be giving a comprehensive outlook on markets in India, West Africa, Brazil and more, sharing their expectations for the rest of 2024. Explore these topics and more with the Blackeye, Browneye & Cowpeas panel.
February 22, 2024
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
February 22, 2024
How will the expected bean deficit in Mexico impact prices? China is becoming an increasing importer of kidney beans, how will demand evolve in 2024? Explore these topics and more with the Speckled & Color Beans panel.
February 22, 2024
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.
February 22, 2024
Relive the VVIPs and other speakers' talks and presentations through these recordings.
February 22, 2024
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.
March 5, 2024
Michelle Dennis talks to Smriti Garg about recent trends in India’s production and consumption of chickpeas and the initiatives in place to improve yields.
March 5, 2024
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.
March 7, 2024
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.
March 11, 2024
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.
March 12, 2024
Submit your suggestion for the location of GPC’s 2026 & 2027 conventions today!
March 13, 2024
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.
March 18, 2024
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.
March 19, 2024
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.
March 26, 2024
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.
April 3, 2024
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.
April 4, 2024
Ivan Basov talks to Lara Gilmour about Russia’s ever-increasing production of peas and lentils, Chinese demand and the factors impacting trade in 2024.
April 4, 2024
We anonymously surveyed members of the trade to get the market sentiment on lentil and gram crops in India and pea and lentil acres in Canada.
April 8, 2024
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.
April 17, 2024
Michelle Dennis talks to Faisal Anis Majeed, COO of Bombi’s Group about the impact of the new government's policies, and the prevailing inflation and forex conditions shaping the pulses landscape.
April 18, 2024
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.
April 19, 2024
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.
April 25, 2024
In this instalment of our ongoing series of conversations with Global Garbanzo’s Navneet Chhabra about kabuli chickpea markets from around the world, we discuss India’s recent harvest.
May 1, 2024
Gaurav Jain compares acreage estimates from the European Commission with AgPulse Analytica market data predicting a larger planted area and subsequent larger pea crop in the region.
May 2, 2024
Gaurav Jain explores Russia’s significance in the global lentils trade and how it could become an even more important player in the future.
May 7, 2024
We sat down to chat with Paola Duncan, Co-Founder of Canadian pulse exporter, Orionsea, to discuss climate change's effects on Canadian pulses, Mexican bean scarcity, and why China could be an important player for pea supplies this year.
May 8, 2024
Michelle Dennis speaks to Ankit Gupta from Ankit Impex about the potential of partnerships with Brazil and Argentina, China's increased pulse imports and Russia’s emergence as a significant pulse producer.
May 14, 2024
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.
May 15, 2024
A recent Statistics Canada report confirms industry suspicions of record low pea stocks. With harvests still a long way off, AgPulse Analytica explores the current impact on markets and what it means for the future.
May 16, 2024
Luke Wilkinson talks to Orion about competition for beans into Mexico, the future of the protein industry and what the US elections mean for international trade.
May 22, 2024
Russia’s cold snap, cyclones in south India, and Aussie fingers crossed for rain – we take a look at this week’s weather and its impact at a key time for global pulse seedings.
May 23, 2024
In an interview with GPC, Brad Lever of AGT Foods Africa discusses bean stocks, prices and trade out of the region and his objectives as part of the Board of Directors.
May 28, 2024
The southwest monsoon makes an early appearance, Russian lentils are threatened by drought, and Argentinian beans fall foul of early frosts – we take a look at the week in weather in the major pulse production zones.
May 30, 2024
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.
June 3, 2024
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
June 3, 2024
Join GPC’s free online event, the Russia 2024 Pea Crop Update on Wednesday, June 26 at 12pm GMT. Learn more about recent weather and yield expectations, export volumes, domestic feed demand and competitiveness, and prices.
June 5, 2024
In the first five months of 2024, Myanmar's exports of black matpe (urad) and pigeon peas (tur) have significantly increased due to strong demand from India.
June 11, 2024
Soumaya El-Filali speaks to Vony Sintiawati, founder of PT Sinar Indo Agro Pulses about the country’s mung and kidney bean production and imports as well as the different market segments for imported and domestic beans.
June 13, 2024
We talk to the Russian Pulses Analytics CEO and Head of Pulses at Temporia Capital LLC to get his key points on lentil, chickpea and yellow pea production in 2024.
June 18, 2024
Gaurav Jain looks at Indian yellow pea imports in 2024 and the outlook for trade once the new crops in key producers are ready to be shipped.
June 20, 2024
We spoke to Abhishek Kotkar, Director of Gold Star International, to get his thoughts on India's removal of chana duty, the ongoing drought that could hamper Aussie lentils, and what to expect from this year's bumper crop of desis
June 20, 2024
The Commercial Regional Manager for Black Sea at ETG talks to Lara Gilmour about yellow pea production in the region, European feed demand and the quality of lentils in Russia and Kazakhstan.
June 25, 2024
We take a look at the factors influencing desi prices since India’s policy changes in May and share the sentiment of the trade gleaned from a market survey conducted at the beginning of June
June 26, 2024
Missed the action at the Russian pea webinar? Catch up now with the recording, available exclusively for GPC members.
June 26, 2024
Tuba Memis of Memisoglu Tarim fills us in on the ongoing lentil, white bean and chickpea crops and the upcoming harvest
July 2, 2024
Join GPC’s free online event, the East Africa Pulses Update on Wednesday, July 24 at 12pm GMT. Learn more about the production and quality of pigeon peas, desis and mung beans, export volumes and logistics, demand from India, prices, and much more!
July 3, 2024
Rahul Chauhan on the increased sowing area of pulse crops in the Kharif season, particularly pigeon pea (tur) and black matpe (urad).
July 3, 2024
The Managing Director of Natural Gida shares his outlook on Türkiye’s lentil and chickpea production and the situation for import and export in 2024.
July 4, 2024
Lara Gilmour speaks to Jatlee’s Head of Pulses, Australia, about desi and lentil markets and how he manages the unpredictability of the pulse trade.
July 8, 2024
Lara Gilmour talks to Raj Thakker, Executive Director of JKT Foods to get his insight on mung beans, India-Africa trade and the potential of new South American suppliers.
July 10, 2024
Bringing together Pulse Atlas, government and industry data, we present the situation as it stands in the global dry pea market, looking at production and consumption across the biggest global players.
July 11, 2024
The Turkish government today announced its updated export quotas for lentils, chickpeas and white beans. Dr. Andac Kolukisa gives us the lowdown, sharing his insights into the news.
July 11, 2024
This year has seen a shift in the production of black matpe in Brazil to feed into India's growing demand. We spoke to industry experts on what we can expect from Brazilian urad moving forward.
July 15, 2024
Lara Gilmour chats to Abhishek Agrawal, Pulses Trader at Viterra about Indian yellow pea stocks, the upcoming Russian and Canadian harvests and increasing stability in Pakistan and Bangladesh.
July 16, 2024
In a report from July 17, the Cámara de Legumbres de la República Argentina outlines the extent of the frost-related losses to the crops of alubia, black, cranberry and red beans. More info will be released at the end of the month.
July 17, 2024
Nick Crowley, Pulse Trader at CL Commodities, talks to Lara Gilmour about Australia’s current and upcoming chickpeas, lentils and fabas and the difficulty in finding containers.
July 23, 2024
Missed the action at the East Africa Pulses webinar? Catch up now with the recording, available exclusively for GPC members.
July 24, 2024
Lara Gilmour talks to the Director General of the Grain and Feed Trade Association (Gafta) about the importance of using contracts, CODEX’s 60th anniversary and how to stay out of arbitration.
July 24, 2024
Jahid Nagarwala is the CEO of Dubai-based Alfa Group and has been in the pulses business in Africa since 2005. He talks to Lara Gilmour about this year’s production and how Indian demand for pigeon pea is evolving.
July 25, 2024
Lara Gilmour talks to Mehmet Sonmez, Board Member at Armada Foods, about the economic situation, the chickpea crop and the lentil re-export program in 2024.
July 29, 2024
Australian growers are on track for a bumper chickpea crop, the second highest after 2016/17. In this article, AgPulse shares its insights into the Australian chickpea crop and what lies ahead for the growers.
July 31, 2024
Join GPC’s members-only event, the Argentina Pulses Update on Wednesday, August 21st at 12pm GMT. Learn more about the 2024 dry bean harvest, the economic situation & logistics, the dry pea and chickpea planting, and much more!
July 31, 2024
Sam spoke to Lara Gilmour in mid-July about bean planting in the USA, Mexican demand and the outlook on trade going into the new season.
August 1, 2024
This tool is perfect if you're searching for partners in a specific region or looking for a particular company. In this article, you’ll also find a list of non-member companies that have not honored Gafta Arbitration awards made under the terms of GPC Pulses Contract #1.
August 2, 2024
Lara Gilmour talks to Daniel Raulerson about growing US dry bean consumption at home and abroad and why he believes relationships are key.
August 7, 2024
In this article, AgPulse Analytica looks at the crop outlook in the world’s major lentil producers and what a potential glut situation will mean for markets.
August 8, 2024
Global Export is one of the biggest producers and exporters of beans and dried fruits in Uzbekistan, exporting to about 45 countries. We speak to Jasur Berdiyev about this year’s production.
August 8, 2024
The Founder Director of Mandala Trading chats to Lara about the state of chickpeas and lentils in Australia and what a massive crop will mean for the domestic supply chain.
August 14, 2024
The CEO of Mega Grain Trading chats to GPC about the Indian market – chickpea imports, the kharif plantings, and how best to address India's long-term pulse deficit
August 15, 2024
The industry analyst shares her take on the upcoming harvest ahead of GPC’s members-only North America peas and lentils webinar on September 5, in which she will participate as moderator.
August 20, 2024
Missed the action at the Argentina Pulses webinar? Catch up now with the recording, available exclusively for GPC members.
August 21, 2024
We chatted to Binod Agarwal, Managing Partner of SGR Group, about Indian pulse inflation, the government’s decisions on imports, and why we can expect a big bump in red lentil demand
August 21, 2024
In an update from Igrain India, Rahul Chauhan discusses planting numbers in the South Indian state of Karnataka and the prospect of a much improved Kharif crop.
August 22, 2024
Join GPC’s members-only event, the North America Peas & Lentils Update on Thursday, September 5 at 12pm GMT. Learn more about the 2024 pea and lentil production & quality in the USA and Canada, pea exports to China, export flows & logistics, prices, and much more!
August 22, 2024
Gaurav Jain reports on the outlook for Russian peas this year after increased planted area was undercut by weather-impacted yields.
August 26, 2024
Pulse Atlas price charts show the last three months of Canadian and Russian yellow peas. Based on trade reports, we draw some conclusions.
August 29, 2024
The Head of International Business Development at Interco talks to Lara Gilmour about export opportunities in the Brazilian market and the ongoing challenge of logistics.
August 29, 2024
The founder of Alicampo on the impact of the disastrous bean crop and why the situation is brighter for chickpeas and peas this year.
August 29, 2024
Igrain India reports on the impact on prices of good availability of lentils thanks to a stronger domestic crop and increased imports last season.
September 2, 2024
We chat to the Managing Director of Agromer to talk all things Russia, lentils in 2024, and the potential for kabuli chickpeas into India
September 3, 2024
Missed the action at the North America Peas & Lentils Update webinar? Catch up now with the recording, available exclusively for GPC members.
September 5, 2024
The Director of Grains, Pulses and Sugar at Seatrade Group talks to Lara Gilmour about markets in Pakistan and the possibility of India opening to kabuli imports.
September 5, 2024
Join GPC’s members-only event, the Australian Pulses Update Webinar, on Wednesday, September 25, at 12 PM GMT. Discover the latest insights on desi chickpea yields, demand for Aussie pulses from South Asia, supply chain issues, lentil production, price trends, and much more!
September 10, 2024
Look back on all the panels and download the photos from GPC’s second regional convention in beautiful Macau!
September 11, 2024
Rewatch or catch up with all the presentations from speakers and panels at the GPC's Macau Pulses Congress, held on September 10-11, 2024 in Macau.
September 11, 2024
We speak with Dylan Karley, General Manager of North Central Commodities, to chat about the ongoing US dry bean harvest, an improved outlook for Mexico, and the market for black beans and pintos this fall
September 11, 2024
We take a look over the last few months of Australian desi chickpea prices, with Pulse Atlas insights based on up-to-date trade information
September 12, 2024
Our experts take an in-depth look at the main dry pea producers, covering supply and demand information, pricing and market behavior.
September 17, 2024
Our experts take an in-depth look at the main lentil producers, covering supply and demand information, pricing and market behavior.
September 17, 2024
Our experts take an in-depth look at the main dry bean producers, covering supply and demand information, pricing and market behavior.
September 17, 2024
Our experts take an in-depth look at the main mung bean producers, covering supply and demand information, pricing and market behavior.
September 17, 2024
Our experts take an in-depth look at the main kabuli chickpea producers, covering supply and demand information, pricing and market behavior.
September 17, 2024
Relive the speakers' talks and presentations through these recordings.
September 17, 2024
Relive the speakers' talks and presentations through these recordings.
September 17, 2024
We spoke to experts in the industry about acreage, production projections, and the extent to which weather has impacted both volume and quantity
September 17, 2024
Dugald Reid is a group leader in the Department of Animal, Plant and Soil Sciences at La Trobe University, Melbourne. He speaks to Lara Gilmour about a recent breakthrough in his work on nitrogen fixation.
September 19, 2024
Our experts take an in-depth look at the main pulses produced, processed and imported in China, and the latest innovations in machinery.
September 20, 2024
We chatted to Tareq Awad, Trader for Fruitimpex, about Russian weather blowing hot and cold, the progress of the harvest, and the state of this year’s lentils, peas, and kabuli chickpeas
September 24, 2024
AgPulse Analytica shares projections for the upcoming kharif crop of pigeon peas, the impact of September’s less-than-favorable weather conditions and the resulting effect on market dynamics.
September 25, 2024
Missed the action at the Australia Pulses Update webinar? Catch up now with the recording, available exclusively for GPC members.
September 25, 2024
We chat with John Berthold of Minnesota’s Green Valley Bean about kidney beans, the US harvest, and the impact of Argentina’s shorter crop.
September 26, 2024
Join GPC’s members-only event, the North America Beans & Chickpeas Update Webinar, on Wednesday, October 9, at 3 PM GMT. Discover the latest insights on dry bean & chickpea production, weather impact on harvests, export prospects, and much more!
September 30, 2024
Join GPC’s free online Contracts Training Online Ssession on Wednesday, November 13, at 12pm PM GMT. Gain valuable insights into the GPC Pulses Contract #1 and, Gafta arbitration processes, risk management, dispute preventionresolution, costs, and more!
October 2, 2024
Weihua Meng, Managing Director at Nanjing Bonagro shares three key insights into why, despite increased Chinese production, prices for DRK beans are expected to remain strong.
October 2, 2024
This analysis integrates recent data and trends from multiple sources to provide an overview of the chickpea market, production statistics, pricing trends, and future outlook.
October 3, 2024
The International Trading Manager at Kelley Bean talks to Lara Gilmour about the U.S. harvest, white bean markets and trade with the EU.
October 3, 2024
Lara Gilmour chats to the Director of Institutional Relations at IBRAFE about exports, consumption and sustainability in the Brazilian market.
October 8, 2024
Missed the action at the North America Beans & Chickpeas Update webinar? Catch up now with the recording, available exclusively for GPC members.
October 9, 2024
Lara Gilmour talks to the General Manager of Shandong Sunshine Vermicelli Co Ltd about the current state of the Chinese market.
October 10, 2024
After the sad loss of Mr. Abidali, GPC members came together to celebrate his life and his career achievements in a series of heartfelt tributes.
October 14, 2024
The National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX) has relaunched yellow pea futures, effective October 16. We spoke with the CEO about the implications for the pulses market in India and beyond.
October 15, 2024
Lara Gilmour talks to Vanesa Tejero and Andres Gil from Skane Group about recent developments in Venezuelan agriculture and the lowdown on selling beans in Europe.
October 16, 2024
We talk to Shyam Narsaria of Arvee International about Myanmar’s pigeon pea crops, seeding conditions for black matpe, and the impact of Cyclone Yagi’s devastating rains
October 23, 2024
Gaurav Jain reports on the interesting volume difference between figures released by PIRSA and ABARES on red lentil production in South Australia.
October 24, 2024
We chat with Ethiopian commodity trader, Sefa Mohammed, about this year’s frustrated exports to Europe, border smuggling, and what to expect from Ethiopia’s 2024/25 pulse production
October 29, 2024
Kathy La Macchia, General Manager at the Grains and Legumes Nutrition Council on the pulse snack revolution, ‘powerhouse’ lupins, and why Aussie institutions should make room for pulses.
October 30, 2024
The Associate Director at Wherry & Sons Limited talks to Lara Gilmour about this year’s faba crop and a sustainability act that’s impacting UK agriculture.
November 5, 2024
Gaurav Jain reports on the slowdown in Europe’s pea trade; what caused the change in pace and what might the possible outcomes be going into next year.
November 7, 2024
In a conversation with GPC, Tayyab Balagamwala, Director at Seatrade Group, shares his insights into import expectations for desis into Pakistan.
November 11, 2024
Missed the action at the Contracts Training Online Session? Catch up now with the recording, available exclusively for GPC members.
November 13, 2024
Lara Gilmour talks to the Director of Victoria Foods about the company’s history, trends in India’s pulses consumption and how to promote packaged pulses.
November 13, 2024
AgPulse Analytica breaks down the acreage and production projections for India’s upcoming crop of pigeon pea and explains why the final number may be more than expected.
November 18, 2024
Join GPC’s free event, the Pigeon Peas Update Webinar, on Wednesday, December 18, at 12 PM GMT. Discover the latest insights on production and quality in India and Myanmar, exports to India from Asia and Africa, logistics and economic issues, and much more!
November 19, 2024
Farkhod Rakhmatullaev of Sofia Agro gives a concise update into Uzbek mung bean production, exports and prices.
November 19, 2024
We speak to Baran Öncü, General Manager of Yildiz Agro about opportunities and challenges in Turkish pulses and why he thinks convenience is key to boosting consumption.
November 20, 2024
The Partner at Signature Oilseeds shares his outlook on the import situations for desi chickpeas and red lentils.
November 26, 2024
We talk to Sahid Hernández, Trade Manager for Agroservicios Terminel, about black bean imports, this year’s chickpea acres, and the potential for change in the USA/Mexico trade relationship
November 28, 2024
On World Soil Day, it's worth highlighting how pulses are revolutionizing sustainable agriculture through their remarkable ability to transform agricultural land into powerful carbon sinks.
December 5, 2024
Arbaza’s Eduardo Balestreri talks to Lara Gilmour about opening trade with China, black bean exports and carioca bean plantings in 2024.
December 5, 2024
Along with other figures from agrifood, GPC President Vijay Iyengar participated in a World Trade Organization panel exploring the intersection between trade and nutrition, highlighting the importances of pulses in the nutrition transition.
December 9, 2024
The Founder of Mayur Global talks to Lara Gilmour about the Australian desi crop, government lentil stocks and yellow pea markets and pigeon pea markets in India.
December 10, 2024
Insights from GPC members, including James Hunt from Australia Choice Exports, help break down the projected increase in Australian mung production and the impact on markets.
December 11, 2024
Colombia-based commodity trader Janet Sedan on Central American markets, Argentinian beans into Mexico, and why everyone loses from a hike in US import tax
December 17, 2024
Missed the action at the Pigeon Peas Update webinar? Catch up now with the recording, available exclusively for GPC members.
December 18, 2024
Agribusiness journalist and policy expert, G. Chandrashekar, sheds light on India’s rabi season prospects, the potential for Brazilian partnerships, and critical reforms to revive Indian pulse production
December 18, 2024
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.
January 7, 2025
We sat down to chat with Mahmoud Mohamed of Al-Amir to talk about Egypt’s pulse crops, North African border trade, and what we can expect from this year’s white bean crop
January 9, 2025
In this piece, GPC President Vijay Iyengar welcomes new CEO Ryan Perkins and outlines the organization’s priorities for 2025, including positioning pulses as a climate solution and growing membership.
January 14, 2025
We kindly invite all GPC members to submit their applications to be part of the GPC Board of Directors. Due date: February 17, 2025 (5 PM GMT).
January 16, 2025
As the Green Mung Bean (GMB) season approaches, here’s an overview of the upcoming harvest, production trends, and market outlook.
January 16, 2025
Get an update on the latest pulse prices for red and green lentils, yellow peas, desi & kabuli chickpeas, green peas, black matpe, and pigeon peas.
January 17, 2025
We launch our series on emerging players with the Nigerian AYB, a local, underutilized crop offering a dense nutritional profile. It shows promise to boost food security, presents significant protein extraction potential, and thrives in poor soil and climate conditions. Food scientist Queeneth Onwuka, currently pursuing her postgraduate degree at the Federal University of Technology, Minna, shares insights from her research, while providing a glimpse into the Nigerian pulse market.
January 21, 2025
Join GPC’s free event, the Black Matpe Update Webinar, on Wednesday, February 5, at 12 PM GMT. Discover the latest insights on production and quality in India, Myanmar, and Brazil, including logistics and economic challenges, Southeast Asia demand, price outlook for 2025, and much more!
January 23, 2025
Nick Crowley, Trader for Australian commodity exporter CL Commodities talks a big year for desis, intense export stocks, and a challenging outlook for lentils. These are his highlights.
January 23, 2025
Speedy new seeds, logistics bottlenecks and intricacies in border trade forged a new source of Tur for the Indian market. While continued demand is not guaranteed, the next chapter might still surprise us.
January 28, 2025
One of Belgium’s most experienced traders, Leslie Van Goethem of Casibeans, reflects on the past and future of pulses, the importance of staying curious, and his advice for newbies following in his footsteps.
January 28, 2025
Key takeaways from the world’s largest annual economic event.
January 29, 2025
The total imports for January–December 2024 are projected to reach 6.633 million tons, a significant increase from 3.307 million tons in 2023. A surge that underscores India's rising dependence on external sources to meet its demand.
January 29, 2025
Why now? How could it reshape trade, market confidence, or production dynamics? Sergey Pluzhnikov of Russian Pulses Analytics sheds light on the changes, while also discussing the harvest, India, China, and more.
January 30, 2025
Will India extend its zero-duty import policy — and on what terms? With Canadian farmers firm on prices and acreage, what shifts lie ahead? Is there a market shock on the horizon? Deepak Rawat, Director of Trade at Empros, shares his expert views.
February 3, 2025
We sat down to chat with Ivan Martin of Alimar to discuss Argentina’s bean crop this year. Ivan talks optimism after a tough 2024, favorable prices, and why he’s keeping a keen eye on the weather.
February 5, 2025
Missed the action at the Black Matpe Update webinar? Catch up now with the recording, available exclusively for GPC members.
February 5, 2025
February 10 marked World Pulses Day 2025 under the theme "Pulses: Bringing diversity to agrifood systems". From Ukraine to Myanmar and Perú to Singapore, here's a roundup of events from various places.
February 11, 2025
As the duty-free import deadline for yellow peas approaches, the uncertainty is reflected in prices. Read on to know all the updates and key factors influencing trade.
February 18, 2025
With the harvest nearly complete, zero duty imports until March 2026 and a six-year plan for self-sufficiency promise significant shifts. Ankita Parekh, Head of Global Research, Pulses & Specialty Crops at ETG discusses the outlook.
February 18, 2025
Mehmet Sonmez of Armada Foods shares an outlook on the Turkish pulse market ahead of its upcoming lentil harvest. He talks us through changes to trade dynamics, hopes for the harvest, and whether Turkish traders will benefit from regime change in neighbouring Syria.
February 26, 2025
With the harvest underway in key districts amid a threatening heatwave, could chana’s outlook shift in the country?
February 27, 2025
With preparations for Ramadan —when pulse consumption doubles— in full swing, abundant supply is tightening liquidity and driving down local prices. Faisal Bumbia of Bombi’s Group provides an outlook on Pakistan’s market dynamics.
March 4, 2025
From our defining role as a facilitator of trade, business and market information, to being part of the climate solution: a glimpse into the new GPC head’s vision – and a bit of the man behind the title.
March 6, 2025
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.
March 6, 2025
While Argentina’s economy has seen a remarkable boost, rising costs, shifting policies, and climate risks are creating new uncertainties. As the first in a three-part series, this article explores how the 2025 production ‘comeback’ is under pressure as heat, drought, and seed concerns loom.
March 10, 2025
India’s massive pulse imports in 2024 led to global price fluctuations, liquidity crises, and trade disputes. With volatility and policy shifts shaking markets, how can India create a stable pulse supply chain?
March 12, 2025
With seed, labor and other costs rising in the country, even the stability brought by reduced inflation may not be enough to provide profits for farmers. How will the local industry adapt?
March 13, 2025
After the announcement that the Chinese government has decided to place a tariff of 100% on Canadian dry peas, we take a look at the trade quantities affected and speak to experts to find out what might happen next.
March 13, 2025
While climate has been Argentina’s bean industry’s nemesis in recent years, government changes to export duties may prove just as damaging to pulse acres long-term. In the end, what is the future of Argentine beans?
March 17, 2025
With Rabi crops boosting chickpea and lentil production, the government’s procurement strategy will be key to replenishing buffer stocks and stabilizing supply—and prices.
March 17, 2025
Kintal Islamov, CEO of producer and trader, Atameken Agro, talks about his expectations for this year’s Kazakhstani pulse crops, a move into green lentils, and the exciting potential of the country’s mung bean production.
March 19, 2025
Dried up global stocks for kidneys, the resurgence of Chinese acres, and the threat posed to pulses by the escalating trade war.
March 24, 2025
Join the Pulses 25 Online Roadshow and learn how the Pulses 25 conference can help boost your sales, expand your network, and much more!
March 26, 2025
We caught up with Antonina Skylarenko, president of the Ukrainian Pulse and Soybean Association to get the scoop on the country’s bold moves in 2025 — a fresh soybean-pulse alliance, new trade doors opening with China, and the outlook for pulse acres in the region.
March 26, 2025
Despite cuts in global development funding, March’s Nutrition 4 Growth Summit raised $27.55 billion, breaking the record set by the 2021 Tokyo summit and defying the odds. But what does this landmark event reveal about the future of nutrition?
April 3, 2025
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.
April 5, 2025
Discover why Pulses 25 is the must-attend global pulse industry event of 2025.
April 9, 2025
Fahad Nahdi of SM Holdings discusses how the Tanzania Market Exchange is reshaping trade, shares crop insights, and explores why the country’s pulse potential is just getting started.
April 9, 2025
We sat down with James Hunt, President of the Australian Mungbean Association (AMA), to get a picture of the harvest as it happens. Rain rocked the crop in March, but optimism remains for a strong finish.
April 10, 2025
Driven by high demand, domestic shortfalls, and price controls, in 2024-25 India is set to import more than triple the volume seen four years ago — with yellow peas leading and exporters watching closely.
April 10, 2025
We sat down to chat with the team from COROOS, one of the Netherlands’ most important pulse producers and processors. We discuss their innovation in pulse pastes, collaboration with aquafaba aficionados Fabumin, and why neither side wins in a USA/EU trade war.
April 17, 2025
Meeting will take place at the Fairmont Hotel, Singapore (May 22, 2025 at 8:45 am (GMT+8:00).
April 22, 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.
April 24, 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.
April 30, 2025
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.
May 1, 2025
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.
May 8, 2025
For the third year in a row, the apex body for the global pulses trade will award companies or organizations it feels has excelled in the areas of innovation and sustainability.
May 15, 2025
Rustam Guliev of Top Grain discusses expectations for Russia's pulse crops in 2025 – here are seven key insights as the seeding season progresses.
May 15, 2025
Relive the Color & Speckled Beans Panel at Pulses 25, where leading experts, producers, and market analysts will explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the red lentil sector.
May 26, 2025
Relive the Desi Chickpeas Panel at Pulses 25, where leading experts, producers, and market analysts will explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the desi sector.
May 26, 2025
Relive the Dry Peas Panel at Pulses 25, where leading experts, producers, and market analysts will explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the peas sector.
May 26, 2025
Relive the Green & Brown Lentils Panel at Pulses 25, where leading experts, producers, and market analysts will explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the green and brown lentils sector.
May 26, 2025
Relive the Innovation & Technology Panel at Pulses 25, where leading experts, producers, and market analysts will explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the sector.
May 26, 2025
Relive the Kabuli Chickpeas Panel at Pulses 25, where leading experts, producers, and market analysts will explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the kabuli sector.
May 26, 2025
Relive the Mung Beans Panel at Pulses 25, where leading experts, producers, and market analysts will explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the mung sector.
May 26, 2025
Relive the Pigeon Peas & Black Matpe Panel at Pulses 25, where leading experts, producers, and market analysts will explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the pigeon peas and black matpe sector.
May 26, 2025
Relive the Red Lentils Panel at Pulses 25, where leading experts, producers, and market analysts will explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the red lentil sector.
May 26, 2025
Relive the Trade Digitalisation Panel at Pulses 25, where leading experts, producers, and market analysts will explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the sector.
May 26, 2025
Relive the White Beans, Faba Beans & Lupins Panel at Pulses 25, where leading experts, producers, and market analysts will explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the white beans, faba beans and lupins sector.
May 26, 2025
Relive the keynote speech of H.E Ahmed Bin Sulayem at PULSES 25.
May 26, 2025
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.
May 28, 2025
Something unusual has surfaced in Pakistan’s kabuli chickpea trade: an uncharacteristic rise in imports during the first quarter of the year. It’s not necessarily a red flag, but the numbers are striking enough to prompt questions about what’s driving buyer behavior.
May 29, 2025
At Pulses 25, we honored the trailblazers shaping a stronger, dynamic future for the industry. This year’s awards spotlighted organizations and associations whose commitment to progress is transforming the way we grow, process, and consume pulses.
June 2, 2025
From policy to the plate, here’s how we’ve been advancing pulses and the future of food systems worldwide—engaging chefs, driving climate action, celebrating innovation, and more.
June 3, 2025
Late on Friday night, India time, May 30th, 2025, the Government of India dropped a notification that’s making ripples across global agri-markets. The free import policy for yellow peas has been extended to March 31st, 2026. Now, on paper, it may seem like a routine extension. But if you look closely, this move might be more strategic than it appears.
June 4, 2025
With India cooling and rivals stepping in, exporters brace for impact. As buyers hesitate and prices soften, how will Australia move 1.9 million tons?
June 16, 2025
We sat down with Matías Macera of Desdelsur to discuss the 2025 bean harvest and assess the ups and downs of a tumultuous year in world pulses, including Argentina’s big moves in pea exports to China.
June 19, 2025
Yusuf Memis of Bashan Agro gives us a rundown on Türkiye’s lentil and chickpea outlook. He discusses a strong year on the supply side, production estimates — and how price dynamics are shaping both domestic and transit trade.
June 26, 2025
We sat down with Binod Agarwal of SGR Group to find out what to expect from Indian traders, a buyers’ market for desis, and why China will bide their time on yellow peas.
June 30, 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.
July 1, 2025
Tur dal prices plunged — and no one’s panicking. Why what looks like a collapse may just be a return to normal.
July 15, 2025
From global carbon markets to AI-powered growth and cutting-edge food labs, Singapore is positioning itself as the pulse industry’s next big launchpad. Amreeta Eng, Executive Director at Enterprise Singapore, lays out how the city-state is emerging as a leading hub for sustainable protein and new global demand.
July 16, 2025
The Managing Director of Nanjing Bonagro expects kidney bean acreage to grow in 2025 as strong prices and government support align—but also signals China may gradually open to South American black beans, driven by cost and supply dynamics.
July 22, 2025
This year’s production is estimated at around 75,000 tons, and the pace shows no signs of slowing. Behind the numbers lies a story of smart moves, rising standards, and supportive policy.
July 23, 2025
Dr. Tapasya Jain of AgPulse Analytica explains why farmers may be playing the long game — betting on India, Pakistan, and a fiercely competitive 2025/26 season.
July 29, 2025
Pea consumption is diversifying but remains sensitive to trade shifts, quality, and policy. From deep processing to feed, CFNA president unpacks where Chinese demand is heading—and how global players can stay in the game.
July 30, 2025
From major international summits and policy shifts to renewed advocacy and industry achievements, July was a landmark month for the pulse sector. Here’s your complete overview of the key developments shaping the landscape.
August 6, 2025
Shyam Narsaria of Arvee International shares what’s driving Myanmar’s pulse sector and what to expect in 2025—plus insights on China’s ever-growing appetite for mung, new suppliers entering the scene, and the critical role of pesticide compliance in export success.
August 7, 2025
Federico Castellini of Southern Seed Production on being Argentina’s largest pea exporter, a big jump in pea acres, and a strong future for Argentinian peas in the Chinese market.
August 12, 2025
Kazakh lentils have dramatically emerged as a major force on the global stage, almost doubling production in just one year and winning market share from long-established giants. Here’s how this rapid ascent is reshaping trade flows from the Black Sea to the Middle East.
August 13, 2025
Pietro Schisler of Arbaza talks us through the year in Brazilian pulses, and how the South American pulse powerhouse is adapting to shifting markets.
August 14, 2025
Columbia Grain CEO Jeff Van Pevenage breaks down the season’s key trends: resilient Montana lentils, softer pea trade with India and China, and steady gains for chickpeas.
August 20, 2025
Start reliving Shanghai’s landmark gathering! Catch up on the insights, from global trade outlooks and innovation breakthroughs to China’s market deep dive. Download the full set of speaker and panel presentations, available exclusively to GPC members.
August 21, 2025
From Canada’s struggles with closed Chinese access to Russia’s expanding acreage, India’s shifting import window, and China’s heavy reliance on Russian supply, the dry peas panel offered a sweeping view of the challenges and opportunities reshaping global trade. Catch the full panel recording here.
August 26, 2025
Argentina’s bid to bounce back; Brazil’s shifting acreage; Canada’s rising production; Ethiopia’s expanding exports… The beans panel in Shanghai mapped out the diverse dynamics shaping trade in 2025. Catch the full panel recording here.
August 26, 2025
The chickpeas panel unpacked the fast-shifting dynamics of global supply and trade, including Russia’s record output, India’s strong export pace, Canada’s rising acreage and China’s emerging demand. Dive into the full session for a deep look at where the market is heading.
August 26, 2025
With Myanmar eyeing record production, China holding steady on imports, India emerging as a key supplier, and African origins facing reduced output, the mung beans panel shed light on the shifting flows and challenges of this vital crop. Watch the full session for the detailed outlook.
August 26, 2025
The lentils panel dissected the policies, crops, and trade pressures currently shaping global dynamics: Australia’s weather-driven recovery, India’s chana and pigeon pea influence, Russia’s tight stocks, Türkiye’s export ban… Explore the full exchange for all the insights.
August 26, 2025
From the digital agriculture revolution and AI-powered platforms to China’s expanding pea protein industry and the rise of plant-based ecosystems, this session highlighted the breakthroughs reshaping production, markets, and consumer choices. Watch the full set of talks here.
August 26, 2025
Peas, mung beans, adzuki, lentils, and much more: the China Overview took a deep dive into one of the world’s most influential pulses markets. With shifting trade patterns, booming processing industries, and evolving consumer demand, the session offered precious insights into a market that everyone is watching — and eager to be part of.
August 26, 2025
Russia’s role in global pulses is shifting fast, from production dynamics to trade flows. Catch keynote Eduard Zernin, Chairman of the Board of Bio-Ton Agricorp, for insights on how sanctions, markets, and strategies are reshaping the country’s export story.
August 26, 2025
Myanmar remains a crucial supplier of black gram, mung, and pigeon peas. In this keynote, Myanmar Pulses, Beans, and Sesame Merchants Association’s Maung offers a comprehensive update on production, exports, and how China and India continue to shape the country’s pulse trade.
August 26, 2025
From cariocas to black beans, Brazil’s diverse crop mix is making waves in world trade. Schisler’s keynote peeled back the layers on supply, demand, and why Brazil is becoming impossible to ignore on the global stage.
August 26, 2025
The UAE has positioned itself as a strategic trade hub for pulses. In this keynote, Hu highlights Dubai’s growing role in global supply chains and the opportunities for exporters looking to tap into Middle East demand.
August 26, 2025
From rebranding the national council to outlining fresh production forecasts for peas, lentils, chickpeas, and beans, McGreevy’s keynote spotlighted America’s pulse industry and its ambitions to double output and consumption. Tune in for the full update from the CEO of USA Pulses.
August 26, 2025
In his remarks, the President of China National Association of Grain Sector highlighted China’s achievements in grain and pulse development, the role of CFNA in strengthening industry standards, and the drive toward sustainability, innovation, and food security. Watch the full recording.
August 26, 2025
The global green lentil market appears to be moving toward a season of oversupply, with expanding production in key origins adding to carryover stocks. Current indicators suggest that the 2025–26 cycle may leave exporters grappling with excess volumes — and tighter margins.
August 27, 2025
From droughts to sudden duty shifts, pulses are notoriously hard to predict. AI now promises sharper forecasts by processing thousands of signals — pulling in everything from satellite rainfall to farmer WhatsApp chatter. But the bigger question looms: who gets to benefit, and who risks being left behind?
August 28, 2025
Event Director Audrey Ashworth speaks about SIAL’s global role in shaping food innovation, the rise of plant-based and pulse ingredients, and what to expect from the 2026 edition in Paris.
September 2, 2025
The 2024 bean crop was a step in the right direction for Mexico after a year of terrible drought. But is the hole in their stocks now filled? Will imports drop? We talk to industry experts in the USA, Mexico, Argentina and Brazil to get insider knowledge on expectations for supply, demand, and prices of North American black beans and pintos in 2025/2026.
September 11, 2025
Rising output in some regions, declines in others — and importers weighing their next moves. With supply shifts and duty risks putting pressure on global balance, how could trade uncertainties shape the year ahead?
September 11, 2025
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.
September 16, 2025
Join GPC’s members-only webinar, Desi Chickpeas Update, on Tuesday, September 30, at 10 am GMT (3:30 pm India / 8 pm Australia). Discover the latest insights on production, pricing, flood impact, trade flows, and short-term market outlooks across India, Pakistan, Australia, and Tanzania.
September 17, 2025
North Dakota beans ‘hit hard’ by frost, Canadian prairies see harvest delays, and Indian pulses feel the pain of excess rain – this is the week in weather in the pulse-producing zones.
September 18, 2025
Indian consumers are putting higher-value, protein-forward foods made from pulses to the test — kebabs, nuggets, even biryani-ready proteins. Taste and price remain challenges, but could this quiet experiment in one of the world’s biggest pulse buyers redefine demand, formats, and trade flows across the globe?
September 18, 2025
Tuba Memis of Memisoglu Tarim unpacks Türkiye’s chickpea scarcity, a white bean deficit, and why the pulse middleman will up its imports in 2025.
September 18, 2025
Tewodros Yilma of exporter Valam Global Trading PLC discusses the Red Sea crisis, an African free trade alliance, and how to protect profit in a year of abundant global supply.
September 24, 2025
India’s 2025 season tells a complex tale of weather disruptions, shifting farmer choices, policy signals and cautious market sentiment. Harsha Rai of Mayur Global sets the strategic scene for the six months ahead, when the country’s decisions on when and how much to import can redraw trade flows — overnight.
September 25, 2025
From Tanzania’s auction-driven exports and India’s delicate balance of domestic supply and import needs, to Australia’s bumper harvest outlook and Pakistan’s Ramadan-driven demand after flood disruptions, we gathered top industry voices to decode the forces shaping the global desi chickpeas market. Get the takeaways, watch the recording!
September 30, 2025
September brings a big jump in StatCan’s lentil crop estimate – but what will this mean in such a strong year in global supplies? Industry experts pick apart the latest news on Canada’s extra-large crop.
October 1, 2025
Abhishek Kotkar, Director of Australian pulse exporter Gold Star International, discusses rain effects, the reticence of Indian traders, and where bumper global stocks go in an increasingly bearish market.
October 1, 2025
The global urad market, like much of the broader pulses sector, has been under pressure. Prices have followed a downward trend as demand remains subdued, with yellow peas substituting for many other pulses due to their exceptionally low cost. Recent heavy rains in parts of India briefly lifted prices, but values eased once again — underscoring how fragile sentiment is.
October 2, 2025
From microbiome repair to soil regeneration, the latest Planetary Health Diet, presented on October 2, makes one thing clear: pulses are not just part of the solution, they are indispensable. The implications are economic and strategic, with potential policy incentives, rising demand, and a stronger link to consumer health narratives fueling a new wave of innovation.
October 6, 2025
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.
October 7, 2025
As we enter a key period of MY 2025/26, a close examination of the pulses available in the Black Sea region brings a clearer picture of the quantity and quality of pulses on the market. Regional experts and scoured industry sources assess the outlook of each country’s harvest and export prospects.
October 9, 2025
Last month featured GPC leadership at major summits, practical initiatives like the Pulse Playbook, and industry commitments showcased at NYC Climate Week. Here’s your complete overview of the key developments shaping the landscape.
October 9, 2025
India has unveiled its ambitious plan to achieve self-sufficiency in pulses, marking one of the most significant interventions in the sector in recent years. The Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses, approved by the Union Cabinet in the first week of October 2025, will run from 2025–26 to 2030–31 with a financial outlay of INR 11,440 crore. Here’s all you need to know.
October 14, 2025
The ingredients sector is no longer a side note to the pulses trade. It’s becoming a cornerstone of the plant-based and clean-label movement. With demand accelerating across regions and applications, the opportunity is vast — but the future will reward those who can combine scale with credibility: security, quality, functionality, and certified transparency.
October 16, 2025
India’s ministries are divided on yellow pea imports. While Agriculture pushes for higher duties to shield farmers, Consumer Affairs argues that imports help tame food inflation. The standoff could shape prices and trade flows through 2026.
October 16, 2025
ADM’s Orion Roy-Wright discusses the North American harvests and unpacks the forces shaping today’s pulse markets — from smaller U.S. bean volumes and Canada’s record-breaking pea yields to fierce Russian competition and faltering global demand. With oversupply building across continents and key buyers stepping back, 2025 could redefine trade flows across the pulse world.
October 16, 2025
Vanessa Tejero of GTA Trading discusses Venezuela’s seedings, the opening of the Chinese market, and a big year for mung in South America.
October 21, 2025
More than half of humanity lives in the region that now holds the power to reshape how — and what — the planet eats. The latest research positions Asia-Pacific not as a follower of global trends but as the hot spot defining what comes next for food systems transformation, linking public health, climate resilience, and cultural innovation like never before.
October 22, 2025
From drought-stressed fields in the U.S. Pacific Northwest to Canada’s expanding chickpea acreage and Mexico’s strong bean harvest, top industry voices shared insights into the 2024/25 pulse season across North America. Catch the highlights and watch the full recording.
October 23, 2025
Argentina’s chickpea harvest for 2025/26 is showing modest gains over early forecasts, according to Matías Macera of DDS Desdelsur — but with production still lower than last year, the outlook remains guarded amid unprofitable prices and tight moisture conditions.
October 23, 2025
We sat down to talk to the Founder of Terranex, Mohamed Rai, to get a deep dive on the Moroccan pulse market. He discussed the premium needs of Moroccan consumers, his knowledge of Middle Eastern destinations, and his country’s future as a thriving hub of African logistics.
October 29, 2025
In a globally connected system of logistics, every swing in fortunes leaves winners and losers – it can be smooth sailing or rough seas for pulse traders, depending on the year. To get a balanced perspective, we spoke to industry insiders to cover a mix of the positives and negatives of shipping in 2025.
October 30, 2025
Maisam Ali looks at market data and talks to traders to get the lowdown on the spike in Pakistan’s mung bean imports in 2024 and the first half of this year.
October 30, 2025
The sudden 30% tariff on yellow pea imports into India creates questions around the future of yellow pea prices, availability for other importers, and the repercussions for big pea producers – will the tariff disturb a crucial stream of exports? We spoke with industry experts to understand the impact this duty could have on key market players.
October 30, 2025
October 2025 featured GPC representation at major summits, important data on consumption and two new initiatives with promising benefits for planetary diets and smallholder farmers. Here’s our roundup of the developments in policy & sustainability.
November 3, 2025
The campaign “Bang in Some Beans,” launched today, is a clear signal that demand can be reframed, offering clues on how to shift consumer habits in high-income markets where pulses have long sat on the margins — and a model that could influence trade, processing, and long-term consumption well beyond their borders.
November 5, 2025
Independent bean industry consultant Vicente Mendoza discusses the Mexican harvest, the challenge of weak prices, and how farmers can’t win – even in a year of stellar yields.
November 5, 2025
Weaker domestic production in Spain and quality issues in Canada have redirected international demand toward U.S. origin, while competitive prices and reliable quality have consolidated its position. With record volumes expected by year-end, the U.S. kabuli trade is enjoying one of its strongest performances in recent years.
November 10, 2025
Prolonged and intense rainfall across India’s pigeon pea–growing heartland has left widespread damage in its wake, forcing analysts to slash production forecasts for the 2025–26 season. National output could drop by nearly 20 percent from last year — tightening supplies, firming prices, and likely extending India’s reliance on duty-free imports well into 2026.
November 12, 2025
When contractual misunderstandings turn into disputes, how can traders resolve them efficiently and avoid costly mistakes? In this webinar exclusive for GPC members, Jonathan Waters, General Counsel at GAFTA, unpacked key clauses and offered practical advice on how to prevent, handle, and learn from contract-related conflicts.
November 13, 2025
Shyam Narsaria of Arvee International offers an update on the seedings for Myanmar’s most important pulse cycle. He talks black matpe, a good year for green mung, and how India’s import duty is good news for the pigeon pea trade.
November 13, 2025
Join GPC’s members-only webinar, Lentils Update, on Wednesday, December 3, at 11 am GMT. Discover the latest insights on harvest updates, trade estimates, oversupply impacts, India’s purchasing trends, and short-term price outlooks across India, Türkiye, Canada, and Australia.
November 14, 2025
Alejandro Leloir, Owner & Lead Trader of New World Trading and bean industry expert, discusses the second Central American bean harvest, a steady rise in imports, and how migrating workers have left the region lacking in labor.
November 19, 2025
We addressed the speculation around India placing a 30% duty on imported lentils, canvassing views from across the trade. Is a duty really on the horizon, and what would its repercussions be? We asked industry insiders to give us their views.
November 20, 2025
Pulse market analyst Marlene Boersch of Mercantile Consulting Venture talks us through the promise and problems of the Canadian harvest, Indian and Chinese tariffs, and a downward trend in pulse and commodity prices.
November 25, 2025
University of California-Davis scientist and co-founder of chickpea-focused biotech company NuCicer, Doug Cook, works on developing genetic and genomic resources that target real world problems. His advances in wild chickpea diversity, climate-resilient breeding, and improved nitrogen fixation can support micronutrient security, address hidden hunger — and reshape margins, risk management, and long-term value, positioning chickpea for an expansion across the globe.
November 26, 2025
Australian pulse expert Peter Wilson discusses the ongoing Aussie harvest—well-timed rains, the impact of Indian duties, and his market expectations given the packed pulse pipeline.
November 27, 2025
Fiber is no longer just a nutritionist’s talking point: it has quickly become a commercial asset. As health agencies and research institutions elevate the role of dietary fiber in chronic-disease prevention, the nutrient is shaping product development, ingredient sourcing, and the way pulses are positioned in the marketplace. For traders and marketing specialists alike, fiber is emerging as a trait that can reshape buyer expectations — and expand the value story of pulses across food categories.
December 2, 2025
From record harvests to evolving import duties, the global lentils landscape is moving fast — and traders are recalibrating in real time. A region-by-region look at yield results, oversupply risks, India’s changing import policies, and what they mean for short-term lentil trade prospects.
December 3, 2025
As the rabi season seedings progress, we take a look at the pace and potential of the crop, asking industry experts to assess the current state of the expectations.
December 4, 2025
Najla Souza of the Brazilian Institute of Beans and Pulses IBRAFE discusses a big year for exports, first bean crop seedings, and why farmers may step back from beans in a year of strong supply.
December 4, 2025
GPC representatives championed pulses at forums across the world, from South America to South East Asia as well as an appearance on a major national television channel! Read on for the full report.
December 5, 2025
Backed by a crop approaching 700 KMT and record early-season exports, Kazakhstan is now exerting competitive pressure on traditional suppliers across Türkiye, Europe, the Middle East, and beyond — with clear signals that global trade flows are shifting.
December 9, 2025
Argentina is on track to deliver its largest green pea crop ever this December, with production projected to hit 264,000 tons—an estimate shared by analyst Adrian Poletti, who points to expanded acreage as the key driver behind this extraordinary surge.
December 10, 2025
Mahmoud Mohamed of Al Amir talks all things Egypt — its booming bean acres, a governmental pulse push, and why this year may see slow business for red lentil exports.
December 11, 2025
StatsCan’s final MY 2025/26 numbers delivered a shock: yields across peas, lentils and chickpeas came in well above expectations. In a year marked by intense competition, muted demand and geopolitical headwinds, the scale of this harvest raises a tougher question — not how much was produced, but how much can realistically be moved?
December 15, 2025
A surge of Australian supply has pumped up global volumes of faba beans, but what will this mean for Aussie farmers and their key destinations? We picked the brains of industry experts to find out more.
December 16, 2025
We sat down to chat with Horacio Fragola, Founder of Alicampo, to look at an improved year for pulse yields after consecutive years of drought. We talk about the upcoming pea crop, mung seeding expectations, and Mexico’s move to return a duty imported Argentinian beans.
December 17, 2025
Import dependence, disciplined buying, and stable consumption continue to define the country’s pulse trade despite shifting global conditions. Insights from Rajendren Gnanasambanthan, Managing Director of Gnanam Imports, on sourcing, procurement behaviour, and market sentiment.
December 22, 2025
Fermentation is often associated with tradition, not transformation. Yet new scientific work suggests this ancient process may become one of the most precise tools for reshaping how pulses perform — nutritionally, functionally and, ultimately, commercially. Is innovation in pulses shifting from trend-led storytelling to science-backed changes that can be measured, repeated and scaled?
January 7, 2026
The mung bean market has undergone a structural shift over the past five years, shaped by changing production patterns, evolving trade flows, and the growing dominance of a handful of players. As the industry moves into 2026, the balance between exportable surplus and import demand appears tighter than headline production figures suggest. Read country by country, how much room is there for the market to breathe?
January 8, 2026
The 2025–2030 U.S. Dietary Guidelines reset nutrition priorities, sharpening their focus on whole foods and protein quality. Pulses remain nutritionally central — though intake targets reflect a more cautious story.
January 14, 2026
After retaliatory tariffs were placed on Canadian peas last March, the Canadian government is now beginning talks to restore the trade of peas and canola. Some political groundwork has been laid out, but it remains a long path to bilateral agreement. Canadian agriculture eagerly awaits the results of this, the nations’ second diplomatic meeting in five months.
January 15, 2026
As negotiations around a long-pending USA–India trade agreement continue, pulses have unexpectedly emerged as a point of discussion. Media coverage has framed India’s 30% import tariff on pulses—particularly yellow peas—as a trade measure directed at the United States, with several reports suggesting the move risks derailing broader bilateral talks. But a closer examination presents a more nuanced picture.
January 20, 2026
We sat down with David Larios, CEO of Mexican chickpea specialist, Aliansa, to talk about the recent chickpea seedings, a drop in demand from North Africa, and why Mexico has healthy stock for the season ahead, despite this year’s reduction in acres.
January 21, 2026
Negotiations between the Canadian and Chinese governments have led to a bilateral agreement to remove and reduce various import tariffs, including a 100% tariff on Canadian pea imports to China. We continue the story here, giving insights from key industry players in both countries.
January 22, 2026
Brian Clancey, Owner of Stat Publishing, discusses the India/US trade concessions, Canada’s immense overstocks, and why he thinks depressed pulse prices have finally hit their bottom.
January 29, 2026
Year after year in the 2020s, Egypt has boosted its alubia production, climbing to the top of the global export charts. The GPC’s Pulse Atlas tells this story of agricultural expansion — the country’s journey to white bean dominance revealed in the data. A full Pulse Atlas update with export, consumption, and production figures from Egypt will be available for GPC members soon. Here’s a sneak peek at the dataset.
January 29, 2026
Arrivals are progressing into the next marketing season, with procurement continuing across pulse categories and origins. Procurement spans domestic MSP buying and imports, while market prices across most pulse categories remain soft — a backdrop against which the new cycle is taking shape.
February 5, 2026
From global supply signals to on-the-ground insights into Venezuela’s current crop performance, evolving buyer requirements, and China’s long-awaited return, Vanesa Tejero León, CEO & Co-founder of GTA Trading, breaks down the forces redefining the 2025/26 mung bean trade.
February 5, 2026
Institutions, private companies and communities came together as WPD 2026 marked ten years since the International Year of Pulses, underscoring how far pulses have moved on the global food agenda. Through its “Look Closer” campaign, the Global Pulse Confederation encouraged consumers to rethink everyday food choices, while activities across regions highlighted pulses’ expanding role in nutrition, sustainability and food security.
February 10, 2026
Last month highlighted key pulses initiatives amid growing emphasis on sustainable food systems, with campaigns promoting consumption and policies addressing nutrition and safety. Read on to get the full down-low.
February 11, 2026
We sat down with Ivan Martin of Alimar to get an update ahead of the Argentinian bean seedings. He discussed the conditions ahead of the harvest, a bad year for black beans, and why commodity prices could see alubias lose ground.
February 12, 2026
India has long been a domestic powerhouse in mung beans. But sustained production growth and improving export readiness are gradually reshaping its trade profile. Here’s an in-depth examination of the data, surplus dynamics, and market signals behind this transition.
February 12, 2026
We sat down with Mehmet Sonmez of Armada Foods to talk about the export and re-export of pulses in Türkiye. We discussed a landmark year for Kazakh imports, a dip in Algerian sales, and his hopes for a resurgent lentil harvest in 2026.
February 18, 2026
Learn more about how to nominate a company. Final Nomination Submittal Date: March 20, 2026.
February 19, 2026
As 2026 positioning gathers pace across global markets, price discovery is accelerating in key origins and destinations. This month, the Pulse Atlas adds 35 new entries spanning production, trade flows, and price insights across major crops and regions. Take a closer look!
February 19, 2026
The head and owner of Mayur Global shares her rabi expectations, pre-Ramadan availability, and why this year could see a significant downturn in India’s pulse imports.
February 19, 2026
The allocation injects institutional demand into the U.S. pulse complex at a sensitive stage of the 2025/26 marketing year, reinforcing market stability as the new crop cycle unfolds amid shifting supply dynamics.
February 24, 2026
Over recent years, Kazakhstan has ascended back up the ranks of global red lentil suppliers, ramping up production after some years in the wilderness to become the world’s sixth largest exporter. Sales to export hubs like Türkiye have been revived, driving up farmer interest in planting the crop. However, this year may see a downturn in acres, given a somewhat bearish global market.
February 25, 2026
Muhammad Ahmed of AWAM outlines Pakistan’s stabilizing pulses market — from critically low 15,000-ton desi inventories to a 51,000-ton yellow pea influx, evolving kabuli import origins, and emerging price windows likely to define the remainder of the season.
February 25, 2026
Gonzalo De La Cierva, CEO of Industrias Racionero, shares his picture of the Spain pulse market in 2026 — from renewed nostalgia and rising consumption to pessimism ahead of the seedings, and why this year could see another increase in import demand.
March 2, 2026
We can only speculate on how long this conflict will last, but its impact has already begun. Military action has disrupted logistics in the MENA corridor, with knock-on effects for the pulse trade. As the industry navigates rising freight surcharges and a tightening urea market, we analyze shifting flows, repercussions on price, and why the inherent resilience of pulses could protect them.
March 4, 2026
The EU’s omnibus regulation brings changes to import tolerances and a new approach to approvals and controls. Read the overview and submit comments this month.
March 5, 2026
From grassroots knowledge to market intelligence, innovation and trade, recognizing the vital role of women working in Ag is not just a celebration, but a necessary step toward fairer food systems—and world. This March 8, as the UN launches a tribute to the hands powering our supply chains, four trailblazing women share their hard-won insights on how the pulse sector can lead the way toward a more inclusive, and productive, global value chain.
March 8, 2026
We sat down to chat with the Managing Director of Arab India Spices, Harish Tahiliani, who reveals how the UAE is navigating the shockwaves of the Iran conflict. We discuss shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, emergency war surcharges, and why the local market is panic-buying pulses. He also unpacks fresh demand from the US and Europe, and why African buyers will have to search out new exporters as long as the war continues.
March 10, 2026
This segment operates on its own logic — shaped by localized consumption patterns, shifting supply channels, and intense price sensitivity. It also offers a clear signal of how Pakistan’s import landscape is gradually decentralizing. We spoke with Inam Ur Rahman of Inam Trading Company, based in Swat, to unpack these dynamics on the ground.
March 17, 2026
We sat down to chat with Charles Wachsmuth, CEO and President of Chippewa Valley Bean, to discuss a US kidney bean scene in flux. He gives us his view on China’s slow seed demand, allays fears of further tariffs, and discusses how conflict in Iran could wreak havoc on shipping and raise costs on ag inputs — the lifeblood of a healthy pulse trade.
March 18, 2026
Southeast Asia is emerging as an appetizing destination for pulse trade, driven by growing demand for healthier, plant-based foods, innovative processing, and evolving consumption patterns. But this multifaceted, fast-moving market has its own playbook. Andrew Powell, CEO of Asia BioBusiness and Council Member of the World Agriculture Forum, breaks down how smart players navigate risk, unlock demand, and position pulses for long-term growth across ASEAN and beyond — and where the next opportunities lie.
March 19, 2026
Tanzania is turning chickpeas into a high-stakes growth play. With mechanization, proper seeding, and agronomic support rolled out across thousands of smallholders, a newly launched programme sets its sights on a major production jump—and signals what targeted investment in pulses can unlock.
March 24, 2026
After turbulent years of supply swings, climate catastrophes, and rock-bottom prices, light red kidney beans (LRKB) acres in the US and Argentina look set to climb in 2026 — but rising natural gas costs caused by the Iranian conflict may squeeze European canning, tightening margins and dampening demand.
March 26, 2026
As the Brazilian Institute of Beans and Pulses celebrates its 20th anniversary, its President, Marcelo Lüders, surveys crop challenges this season — a weather-hit first harvest, cautious second crop seedings, and his expectations of lower black bean exports. He also discusses plans for Brazil’s bright future in pulses, making the case for their role as a reliable, regenerative, and sustainable producer for the world’s biggest pulse consumers.
March 26, 2026
As the European Union prepares to significantly tighten its inspection regime for imported agri-food products, white bean exporters from two of the world's key supplying origins are navigating a landscape defined by stricter compliance demands, rising production costs, and intensifying competition for EU market share. We sat with experts to map the pressure points and the plays ahead.
March 30, 2026
Cameron Underwood, Pulse Merchant for Columbia Grain International, breaks down the US yellow pea and chickpea trade during a turbulent year. He discusses expectations for upcoming seedings, and explores the ways shuttered food aid programmes, Asian trade barriers, and a booming pet food sector reshaped the US pulse market this year.
April 1, 2026
Ukrainian yellow peas are struggling to secure demand. As buyers prioritize reliability over headline price, this season reveals a deeper shift in global trade dynamics — where logistics, policy shocks, and origin competition are redefining what makes an origin viable.
April 6, 2026
As maritime logistics strain against conflict in the Middle East, we sat down to chat with Canadian pulse logistics guru, Steven Pocklington of CFT Corp, and Trond Prestroenning, Regional CEO of Fr. Meyer’s Sohn Logistics. We discuss battling the big waves of the Iran conflict, the effects of trade tariffs, and how pulse producers can protect their cargo in a period of great uncertainty.
April 8, 2026
Sam Peck of Jack’s Bean International breaks down the inevitable downturn in acres, a drastic drop in Mexican demand, and the logistics ripples already being felt after a month of ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
April 9, 2026
Production is set to edge lower, as cutbacks in key origins are partially offset by gains in smaller areas.
April 9, 2026
Applications are open until April 22 for experienced GPC members ready to contribute time, insight, and perspective.
April 9, 2026
After the contraction of the Indian and Chinese markets exposed the risks of buyer concentration, the Canadian yellow pea industry is pivoting toward a more stable horizon. By leveraging the scale of Mexico’s massive feed sector and the structural advantages of CUSMA, exporters are defining a new model for diversified trade.
April 15, 2026
With rainfall projected at just 92% of the average, the upcoming season faces its toughest challenge in years. This deficiency threatens urad and tur yields, likely increasing import reliance to stabilize domestic prices.
April 15, 2026
Sergey Pluzhnikov, CEO of Russian Pulses Analytics, shares a picture of Russian pulses as we move into the seeding season. We cover the impact of the ongoing conflict in Iran, the tariff-triggered shift in Chinese pea demand, and what to expect from Russian pulse acres as seedings enter their initial stages.
April 15, 2026
The GPC 2025 Annual Report reflects a year of meaningful progress for the organization, marked by stronger member engagement, broader advocacy, continued membership growth, and expanded global visibility. It also shows how GPC further strengthened its role as a trusted voice and leading platform for the global pulse sector.
April 20, 2026
2025/26 has been a year of depressed prices for black beans and pintos, after strong production filled global pipelines and key demand zones cooled their interest. The downward pressure on prices is sure to have consequences for this year's US acres – but just how big will the drop be?
April 23, 2026
.jpg&w=400&h=250&resize=true)
The meeting will take place at the Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Orlando, on May 14, 2026, at 12:10 pm (GMT -4:00).
April 23, 2026
Supply volatility, pressure on prices and shifting demand patterns dominated the discussions at the industry’s leading international gathering, once again placing pulses at the center of the conversation around global trade, food security and the future of our food systems.
May 21, 2026
We sat down with Marlene Boersch of Mercantile Consulting Venture to get her read on the direction of Canadian peas and lentils. She talked about the consequences of the war in Iran, surprisingly high Canadian acres in the face of strong stocks, and why she expects more stability from China after a cessation of economic hostilities.
May 21, 2026
From next-generation pea protein applications to regenerative chickpea programs and smarter shipping solutions, this year’s winners reflected the growing diversity of innovation shaping the future of pulses.
May 27, 2026
A new scientific tool designed to measure adherence to the latest Planetary Health Diet recommendations reinforces the growing importance of pulses among the key food groups — for both human and planetary wellbeing.
May 27, 2026
The future of food will be increasingly driven by alt-protein, according to the President of the China Plant-based Foods Association, who in his keynote outlined the sustainability, health and business opportunities behind this global shift.
June 2, 2026
Can India meet its nutritional needs without significantly expanding access to affordable pulses? This question was at the center of the former NAFED Additional Managing Director's keynote at Pulses 26.
June 2, 2026
What role can development finance play in supporting the growth of the global pulse industry? This was the focus of a keynote by the Director within the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation's (DFC) Office of Health and Agribusiness.
June 2, 2026
In his keynote, Euromonitor International's Senior Global Territory Director highlighted rising global pulse consumption, strong food demand growth through 2030, and the long-term resilience of pulse markets despite short-term volatility.
June 2, 2026
From nutrition and sustainability to trade and food security, pulses have a vital role to play in addressing some of the world's most pressing challenges, a message at the heart of GPC President's opening address at Pulses 26.
June 2, 2026
A new wave of government-backed plant-based policies could create significant long-term growth opportunities for the pulse sector, speakers argued during a keynote discussion at Pulses 26.
June 2, 2026
Brazil's production model, expanding export capacity and growing focus on sustainability position the country as a key player in global food security, with IBRAFE's keynote highlighting the need for greater coordination across the pulse value chain to build more resilient markets.
June 2, 2026
As global dry pea supplies expand, market attention is increasingly turning to demand prospects in major destinations such as China and India, as well as the competitive position of key exporting origins.
June 3, 2026
Experts from Canada, Australia, India and Turkey shared a broadly comfortable supply outlook for the year ahead, while highlighting how weather, geopolitics and changing trade patterns continue to shape the market.
June 3, 2026
Global pigeon pea and urad markets appear adequately supplied in the near term, but weather risks, government policies, trade flows and demand recovery in India will remain key factors shaping prices and market direction in the months ahead.
June 3, 2026
Strong production in North America, rising competition from the Black Sea region and comfortable inventories across key importing countries are creating a well-supplied global green and brown lentils market, with prices expected to remain under pressure despite steady consumption.
June 3, 2026
The global mung bean sector continues to find new avenues for growth, supported by expanding production across multiple origins, evolving trade relationships and rising demand in key consuming markets. Weather risks, regulatory changes and logistics, however, remain important considerations.
June 3, 2026
Production uncertainty in Australia, stable demand in India and growing contributions from alternative origins are reshaping the outlook for desis, creating a market that appears better supplied and less volatile than in recent years.
June 3, 2026
From ingredient advances to AI-powered solutions, pulses are finding new opportunities beyond their traditional applications. At the same time, consumer demand for nutrition, functionality and transparency continues to influence product development across the value chain.
June 3, 2026
Escalating freight costs, disrupted shipping schedules and growing uncertainty across key trade lanes are forcing pulse exporters to rethink logistics strategies, as supply chains adapt to one of the most challenging operating environments the industry has faced.
June 3, 2026
Geopolitical tensions, shifting trade rules and stricter compliance expectations are adding new layers of complexity to the pulse business, reinforcing the value of strong relationships, market knowledge and sound commercial discipline.
June 3, 2026
For global kabulis, expectations of larger supplies from North America and Russia are colliding with open questions around quality, sizing, and demand across key origins. The result is a market outlook that remains difficult to read.
June 3, 2026
Experts are assessing supply prospects and pricing trends against a backdrop of drought concerns in the USA, changing acreage decisions in Argentina, evolving production dynamics in Egypt and Australia, and steady demand across key importing markets.
June 3, 2026
Supply prospects are becoming increasingly difficult to assess amid frost concerns in Brazil, sharply lower bean acreage in North America, and evolving trade dynamics across Asia and the Middle East. A key question is whether long-standing trade flows could begin shifting once again.
June 3, 2026
Understanding contractual obligations, assessing counterparties and managing legal risks before a deal is signed are becoming increasingly important in today's volatile trading environment, as companies seek to strengthen their ability to navigate commercial disputes and market disruptions.
June 3, 2026
As demand grows for protein-rich, fiber-rich and clean-label foods, pulses offer significant opportunities beyond traditional food uses, creating new avenues for ingredient innovation and value-added product development.
June 3, 2026
Ambitious targets to increase pulse production, expand planted area and reduce import dependence by 2030-31 could reshape India’s pulse sector, though questions remain around productivity gains, climate risks and implementation.
June 3, 2026
Pulses are emerging as a natural fit for the next generation of product innovation, driven by growing demand for affordable, nutrient-dense foods and evolving dietary trends.
June 3, 2026
French pulses enter the 2026 harvest campaign on contrasting paths. Yellow peas are facing softer demand from both feed and food sectors despite stabilising production, while faba beans continue to benefit from strong yields after a record-supply year that pressured prices but found willing buyers. Cyril Gallien of RAGT Seeds reviews the outlook for both markets as harvest approaches.
June 8, 2026
With oversupplied markets, government interventions, and a bruised supply chain, Mexico's bean sector is navigating a complicated commercial cycle, with projected reductions in bean acres. We sat down with Mexican market expert, Felipe Sandoval, to find out what to expect for the rest of 2026.
June 8, 2026
A special Pulse Forward edition for Pulses 26 decodes the trends keeping the industry on its toes: record supplies, tariff battles, shipping disruptions, AI, extreme weather, and much more. Experts across the value chain examine not only what is happening, but what could come next, in an ongoing conversation that helps connect the dots behind today's headlines—and is now available to explore anytime!
June 10, 2026
Global players assess the preparations and potential impact of a so-called ‘super El Niño’ in 2026. From India’s plans for protecting supply to unpredictability in the US bean states and how Australia may sidestep the drought with punctual winter seedings, the race to stay ahead of the weather is underway — and no major pulse-producing region will be untouched by the challenge.
June 15, 2026
A major milestone for global climate adaptation was reached last week as governments, development institutions and private-sector leaders advanced a shared, coordinated approach to supporting communities facing increasing climate risks. GPC CEO Ryan Perkins was among the speakers at the event.
June 23, 2026
We sat down with Carla Borges of NG Trade to discuss Brazil's rapid expansion of black matpe production. She explains what drove this year's surge in seedings, how yields are shaping up across key growing regions, and why Indian demand remains central to the market outlook.
June 24, 2026
As Indian policy increasingly influences global pulse flows, Dr. Tapasya Jain of AgPulse Analytica asks whether the world's largest pulse consumer has also become its most influential market force.
June 25, 2026
The CEO of Gold Star International, Abhishek Kotkar, discusses the season ahead. He weighs in on contending with a looming El Niño, rain-fed boosts to the ABARES projections, and why big pulse seedings are 'here to stay' after this year’s above-average acres.
June 25, 2026
A chickpea program in Tanzania is providing farmers with seed, mechanization, extension services and market support. Early results suggest the initiative is improving access to inputs while also reshaping the local seed market.
June 30, 2026
170 g a day of peas, lentils, chickpeas and beans are linked to a significant reduction in the chances of developing hypertension, a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease—the world's leading cause of premature death, according to the WHO. With more than 1.4 billion people affected worldwide, the findings might support future dietary guidelines and public health policies encouraging higher pulse consumption.
July 1, 2026
Can the country secure its role in one of the world's most competitive demand hubs? Ahead of the Qingdao Pulses Congress, we spoke with Fede Castellini of Southern Seeds Production, one of Argentina's key pea suppliers to China. He discusses stocks, planting intentions, the competitive edge, and what traders can gain from meeting in Qingdao.
July 2, 2026
The founder of Arab India Spices leaves behind far more than a successful company. He will be remembered by the global pulse community for pioneering processing in the Middle East, the integrity that earned him lasting respect, and the leadership that touched countless lives.
July 9, 2026
China has announced a preliminary tariff on Canadian pea starch, reigniting questions about the durability of the Canada-China pea trade thaw. But with whole pea exports holding steady and industry voices split on the tariff's true motive, the picture is more complicated than it appears.
July 9, 2026
The UAE has been the main market for Argentine Light Red Kidney Beans in the last campaigns, but shipping disruptions and soaring freight costs have halted new-season demand and forced exporters to redirect cargo — though finding alternative buyers has proved only part of the challenge.
July 14, 2026
We sat down to chat with David Chen of Nanjing Bonagro to get an exclusive, comprehensive picture of the Chinese market. We discussed the impact of El Niño, import outlook for 2026, and what to expect from a domestic production hit by acreage drops and downsized yields.
July 16, 2026
Binod Agarwal of SGR Group shares his outlook for India's kharif crop. He talks through production prospects, the impact of delayed rains, and the likelihood of key tariff changes over the months to come.
July 16, 2026
Tanzania's pulses trade is heading into its 2026 harvest later — and in some cases lighter — than usual, according to Samir Esmail, Director at Afrisian Ginning. He discusses the season's progress, the evolving Tanzania Mercantile Exchange (TMX), and the knock-on effects of Gulf shipping disruption on the country's mung bean trade.
July 20, 2026
With geopolitical friction and price rises playing a key role, we delved into Pulse Atlas data and the factors that move the market to understand what mung traders inside and outside China can expect in the year to come.
July 23, 2026
We sat down for a conversation with Tuba Memis of Memisoglu Tarim, to get her insights on this year's Turkish pulse production and expectations for their re-export markets. We talked about a struggling lentil crop, reductions in chickpea acres, and how Iraqi dynamics are shifting this year’s Turkish imports. We also discussed the impact of war in the Middle East and a bright future for Turkish exports to China.
July 23, 2026
We sat down for a chat about Kazakhstan's lentil crop this year, with the CEO of Atameken Agro, Kintal Islamov. We talked about the wartime choke hold on logistics, a downturn in acres for 2026, and the mystery of Kazakhstan's missing 300 KMT of lentils.
July 29, 2026
In the latest instalment of our exclusive China series, we dig into China's yellow pea imports — the global production picture, this year’s supply pressure points, and what it all means for traders, complete with insider insights from key industry voices.
July 30, 2026
Is El Niño really a threat? Can India keep imports flowing? Could regulation adapt when key supplies tighten? How can consumption grow? How can GPC engage more effectively with the world's largest pulse market? Resilience emerged as the common thread in a conversation that underscored the value of closer alignment between industry leaders and policymakers in shaping the path ahead.
July 30, 2026
In the latest look at Australia's 2026/27 winter pulse season, we dig into the desi chickpea crop — the production picture, the planting issues that shaped it, and what it means for exporters, complete with insider insights from Pulse Atlas data and key industry voices.
August 5, 2026
A recent review examining global prices of alternatives to animal-source products found that traditional, minimally processed plant-based foods — particularly pulses — are consistently among the lowest-cost options across markets. But many of the newer alternatives attracting investment and attention, including alt-meat and dairy, remain twice as expensive as their conventional animal-based counterparts. Can this price paradox be solved once and for all?
August 6, 2026
We sat down with Tayyab Balagamwala, Director of Seatrade Group, for a deep dive on Pakistan’s market — chickpea dynamics, the looming threat of El Niño, and the outlook for imports ahead of 2027’s early Ramadan demand.
August 6, 2026
We sat down with Dylan Karley of North Dakota-based grower, North Central Commodities, to get his view of the US black and pinto crops as we head towards harvest. He discussed the scale of this year's cuts to acres, unfavorable July weather, and a pricing/export outlook diverging sharply from last year’s lows.
August 13, 2026
Mike Anderson, President of Anderson Northwest, shares his take on the North American pea market and the shifting dynamics between the big global players in 2026/27. He explains where stocks really stand after a summer of tight supply, why this harvest looks set to deliver after years of weather setbacks, and the quality edge that keeps one key Chinese market coming back for US peas time after time.
August 13, 2026
Relive the moments that brought Qingdao to life! Browse the full photo collection capturing the people, sessions, conversations and connections that shaped three days at the heart of China’s pulse industry.
August 27, 2026
Take an exclusive look at the ideas and perspectives that took center stage in Qingdao. Explore keynote presentations offering insights into China’s macroeconomic and agricultural landscape, pulse trade and market access, from leading voices across and beyond the pulses industry.
August 27, 2026
Get fresh insights straight from Qingdao! Catch up on the Shipping & Logistics discussion and the commodity sessions covering chickpeas, lentils, dry peas, beans and mung beans, with perspectives from key producing, trading and consuming markets, and a strong China focus. Only for GPC members.
August 27, 2026
China’s pulse industry is becoming more competitive and demanding, with shifting origins, rising imports and emerging processing opportunities creating a new landscape for international suppliers. Across three days of market analysis, trade discussions and practical insights, the 2026 gathering in Qingdao pointed to a global pulse ecosystem where access, quality, logistics and local demand are becoming increasingly important.
September 2, 2026
We sat down with Mahmoud Mohamed of Al Amir for an update on Egypt's 2026 pulse season: a lighter white bean harvest, a flattening of the faba bean production boom, and a market where demand and finance have pulled back, auguring a cautious year ahead.
September 2, 2026
China is moving beyond its role as a major pulse importer, with rising demand, deeper processing and a more diversified supply base reshaping the market, said the Vice President of CFNA in his opening address.
September 9, 2026
Global pulse trade is facing a growing list of disruptions, from extreme weather and geopolitics to freight and policy changes. GPC President urged the industry to respond by staying connected, informed and agile.
September 9, 2026
China’s pulse trade is undergoing a significant shift, with changing supply origins, expanding market access and evolving demand reshaping the outlook across key commodities. The Managing Director of Nanjing Bonagro highlighted the latest trade trends and the growing opportunities — and challenges — for suppliers targeting the Chinese market.
September 9, 2026
China’s bean production is on a long-term downward trend, with competing crops and changing growing conditions putting pressure on domestic supply. Zhang of Yian County Huifeng Agricultural Products assessed the 2026 crop and its implications for China’s bean market.
September 9, 2026
With its strategic location, extensive logistics network and business-friendly tax environment, Dubai offers international companies a range of tools for expanding into regional and global markets. The Marketing Director at the DMCC China Representative Office outlined the infrastructure, incentives and trade-financing options available to companies establishing a presence in the emirate.
September 9, 2026
With rising export capacity, diverse production windows and growing interest in new varieties, Brazil is seeking to become a more strategic supplier to the Chinese market.
September 9, 2026
Ample supplies are keeping lentil prices under pressure, but logistics, weather and shifting sourcing patterns are creating new uncertainties across major markets. This panel assessed the outlook for red and green lentils, highlighting Kazakhstan’s growing role in China and Turkey, abundant North American supply and the challenges facing exporters as freight volatility disrupts established trade flows.
September 9, 2026
Rising domestic production in India, firm Brazilian prices and limited outlets for China’s new crop are reshaping the global beans trade.
September 9, 2026
Pulses are moving beyond traditional food applications as advances in processing open new possibilities for protein, starch, fiber and other functional ingredients. The President of Yantai T. Full Biotech examined how deeper processing and evolving demand for plant-based products are creating new value across the pulse supply chain.
September 9, 2026
China’s pulse trade is facing a more complex logistics environment, as rising freight costs, tighter customs requirements and quality controls add new challenges for importers and exporters. For international traders, this discussion underlined how careful preparation, quality control and a clear understanding of China’s import procedures can be critical to limiting delays, costs and losses.
September 10, 2026
Chickpea markets are entering a period of shifting supply, uneven production and changing demand across major producing and consuming regions. Industry experts from Pakistan, Argentina, North America, Australia and China assessed the outlook for both desis and kabulis, with trade flows increasingly shaped by prices, logistics and regional demand.
September 10, 2026
Russia-Ukraine logistics, firm farmer selling resistance and shifting demand from China and India are setting the tone for the global dry peas market.
September 10, 2026
China’s strong import demand is opening space for new origins, but pesticide compliance, consistency and reliable delivery are becoming critical to winning business.
September 10, 2026
Third-party organisations with relevant expertise are invited to express their interest in taking on the management of these leading practical sources of market intelligence, supporting transparency and access to data across the global industry. Qualified? Here’s what you need to know.
September 17, 2026
We sat down to chat with Shyam Narsaria of Arvee international to discuss Myanmar’s pulse expectations this year. He talks us through a strong harvest ahead for mung and black matpe, and a healthy demand picture for pigeon peas after moisture impacts India’s Kharif cycle.
September 17, 2026
We sat down for a chat with Mexican bean expert, Felipe Sandoval, to talk about the spring/summer seeding of Mexican beans, as well as discussing key price shifts, the import-friendly exchange rate, and a drastic drop in pinto acres across key bean producing states.
September 23, 2026
Two years after his passing, the global pulse community reflects on his integrity, humility, professionalism and lasting bonds. Memories of a respected businessman, mentor and friend whose presence was felt at GPC forums and far beyond.
September 24, 2026
We spoke to economist and Indian pulse expert, G. Chandrashekhar, to discuss his predictions for kharif pulses in 2026. We also covered monsoon damage across key pigeon pea regions, the outlook for record imports, and the El Niño risk hanging over rabi chickpeas and lentils.
September 30, 2026
From ancient traditions to AI-driven culinary innovation, plant-based has come a long way. This World Vegetarian Day, on October 1st, we look at 26 standouts from the movement and the role pulses play going mainstream, from everyday eating to next-generation foods.
October 1, 2026
Marlene Boersch joined us to talk through Canada's smaller pea and lentil harvest and its ripple effects across the global pulse trade. We discussed a weather-disrupted season, why the market's oversupply fears may be overdone, and the pressure canola and wheat prices could put on next year's pulse acres.
October 1, 2026
Australia’s main winter pulses are heading into harvest on very different trajectories. We examine production projections and potential impacts for the global market, canvassing opinion from industry insiders at home and in countries affected by its output.
October 8, 2026
With a solid 2026 crop at home and Ramadan demand approaching, Yusuf Memis of Bashan Agro breaks down a complex scenario of logistical challenges, shifting supply routes — and Türkiye’s growing role in supplying markets across the region.
October 8, 2026
Tewodros Yilma of Valam Global Trading joined us to talk through Ethiopia's pulse export picture this year. We discussed a steady, high-quality white pea bean harvest, a shift in red kidney beans to Kenya, China's growing role in mung, and the uncertainty of ongoing Red Sea disruption.
October 8, 2026
Ukraine’s growers produced a large pea crop this year, but fallout from the ongoing war has created transportation and supply chain issues that have weakened the competitiveness of their exports. Lika Khoptyanets of Exim Asia/ Agroleader discusses the complexities of this scenario and what the future may hold.
October 13, 2026
The US dry bean crop is down 20% in 2026, while high grower prices are making US supplies less competitive in export markets. Sam Peck of Jack’s Bean International examines the USDA’s latest estimates, this season’s quality issues and the supply picture across major bean classes.
October 15, 2026
India's kharif urad and mung harvests are under way after one of the weakest monsoons in recent years. Official targets point to a bigger black matpe crop, but traders expect far less, and exporters from Myanmar to Brazil are watching to see how much India will need to buy.
October 15, 2026
Vanesa Tejero of GTA Trading joined us to talk through the start of Venezuela’s 2026 mung bean planting season, with 60,000 to 80,000 hectares expected. We discussed rain delays, the long wait for direct access to China, and why exporters are looking to India and Indonesia while the global market stays quiet.
October 15, 2026
These upcoming events explore issues shaping the future of global food systems, debates on climate action and emerging priorities in nutrition. Discover the key dates and venues for these global gatherings that broaden perspectives, foster cross-sector connections and create new possibilities for the pulses industry.
October 20, 2026
India's pigeon pea prices are climbing as government targets for a larger crop look increasingly unrealistic. Climate concerns have cut expectations, leaving a market clamouring for imports or cheaper substitutions.
October 22, 2026
Rustam Guliev, commodity trader at Top Grain, sat down to talk us through a difficult season for Russian pulses — attacks on Novorossiysk’s grain terminals and the closure of the Sea of Azov have left the southern ports almost unusable since August. We discussed this year’s downsized peas, chickpeas and lentils, the old-crop stocks building up on farms, and how China remains a market Russia can reliably supply.
October 22, 2026
On November 11, at 12 pm GMT, join Jonathan Waters, Gafta’s General Counsel, for an exclusive GPC Webinar exploring how instant messaging, electronic trade documents and artificial intelligence are reshaping the way agreements are negotiated, executed and enforced.
October 29, 2026
In October, Brazil re-elected Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to his fourth presidential term and CONAB released its first crop report of 2026/27. IBRAFE President Marcelo Lüders weighs in on what the global pulse industry can expect from Brazil in the coming months.
October 29, 2026
Russia’s pulse harvests have come down sharply, but exports have fallen just as fast. With attacks on key ports leaving traders struggling to fill contracts, regular buyers are turning elsewhere for supply. We spoke with industry insiders and consulted Pulse Atlas data to understand the latest chickpea and lentil picture for one of the world's biggest exporters.
October 29, 2026
We sat down with Brian Clancey of Stat Publishing to run the numbers on this season’s global pulse market. He talks us through a smaller North American crop, trade doubts on StatCan’s lentil carryout, and how Canada and Russia are competing for Chinese and Indian pea demand.
October 29, 2026
We offer all our members a weekly update on the latest pulse prices for red and green lentils, yellow peas, desi & kabuli chickpeas, green peas, black matpe, and pigeon peas.
October 30, 2026
-v2.png)
Black Beans
Desi Chickpeas
Faba Beans
Green/Brown Lentils
Kabuli Chickpeas
Mung Beans
Peas
Red Lentils
Color & Speckled Beans
Urad / Tur
White Beans
