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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

Arbaza’s Eduardo Balestreri talks to Lara Gilmour about opening trade with China, black bean exports and carioca bean plantings in 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.

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

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.

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

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.

We chat to the Managing Director of Agromer to talk all things Russia, lentils in 2024, and the potential for kabuli chickpeas into India

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Michelle Dennis talks to Anurag Tulshan, a seasoned member of the GPC Board and founder of Esarco Exim Pvt Ltd about the India’s current pulse market dynamics and future prospects.

We chat to Adam Robinson of Robinsons Grain, a family-owned business specializing in grains and pulses both internationally and domestically, about the current outlook for the Australian market.

Abubakar Umaru of Nigerian agricultural data-sharing platform, Agridata Point Limited on the importance of timely data, Nigeria’s cowpea trade, and the lifting of the 2015 bean export ban.

Lika Khoptyanets, Commodity Trader at Agroleader Europe LLC and Pulsar Trading talks to GPC about export prospects, the harvest in Ukraine and Kazakhstan and logistics surrounding the Black Sea.

Harsha Rai, owner of Mayur Global, on the pigeon pea harvest, how the General Election could impact the pulse market and how millers in India are overcoming higher prices and short supply.

Michelle Dennis talks to Rishabh Agrawal, Managing Director of Kamal Pulses about the challenges facing Indian pulse markets and gets his insights into the strategic initiatives taken by the Indian government.

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.

Radjek Hojda, Managing Director for international trade and sales at HARS Foods, discusses the climate challenges that have hampered yields and the prospects for this year’s improved harvest.

Shyam Narsaria, CEO of Arvee International and head of OATA Myanmar, talks to Luke Wilkinson about the upcoming pulse seedings, black matpe stocks, and how pigeon pea prices are behaving.

Esteban Davila, sales manager for Great Northern Ag, discusses the conditions of this year’s harvest around the globe, his outlook on prices, and what the near future may hold.

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.

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.

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.