Red Lentil panel at Pulses 26/
Ample supplies, shifting trade flows and a watchful eye on demand

The session provided a snapshot of conditions across the world's major red lentil-producing and consuming regions, with panelists comparing crop prospects, stock levels and evolving demand trends.

Panelists pointed to strong production prospects in several key origins, although carryover stocks, demand growth and regional developments remain important variables. The discussion also explored the impact of disruptions in the Gulf region, evolving export opportunities, and the growing role of technologies such as artificial intelligence in crop forecasting, quality assessment and supply chain management.

While perspectives differed across origins, the overall message was one of adequate global availability coupled with continued uncertainty around logistics, trade flows and future demand.

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