India’s pulses imports reached a record 66.33 lakh tonnes in 2024, nearly doubling from the previous year. The surge was primarily driven by increased yellow pea imports, which were allowed duty-free to address a shortfall in domestic chana production. Tur and urad imports also reached all-time highs, accounting for 25% of India’s total pulses consumption….
To reduce hoarding and increase supply, the government announced in a statement that it has extended its stock limitations on pulses, including tur and chana, to wholesalers, retailers, large chain shops, millers, and importers until September 30. Stock limitations of 200 MT for wholesalers, 5 MT for retailers, 5 MT at each retail location, and…
The Indian pulses industry has reiterated its call for the importation of yellow peas into the nation amid forecasts of a moderate El Nino, which is projected to cause decreased rainfall. At a conference held on Wednesday to review the availability and supply of pulses in the nation, the trade group India Pulses and Grains…
