Trade Talk

May 10, 2023

What Pakistan needs to grow more pulses:

Aniqah Majid

Reporter

At a glance


  • “Pakistan's pulse market is unique because Pakistan is the only major buyer right now for pulses.”
  • “This year for desi chickpeas, we estimate about 275,000 to 300,000 tonnes if all goes well.”
  • "Time and again, whenever government and farmers focus on one crop, they can improve the yields and focus on more."