Insights and Stories on Lentils

Jul. 15, 2025 at 11:05 am CDT

The pulse industry in the United States has plans to double production and consumption of pulse crops by 2030, USA Pulses announced at their annual conference held in Spokane, Washington, July 7-10.

By Phil Franz-Warkentin

Jun. 10, 2025 at 10:43 am CDT

Canadian pea exports were up in April, with China the largest destination despite new trade barriers, according to the latest Statistics Canada data.

By Phil Franz-Warkentin

Apr. 22, 2025 at 11:42 am CDT

Lentil and pea bids in Western Canada have softened over the past month, as all agricultural markets react to ongoing global trade uncertainty.

By Phil Franz-Warkentin

Feb. 11, 2025 at 1:56 pm CST

Canadian pea and lentil exports slowed down in December compared to the previous month, although year-to-date movement remains solid as India remains in the market for the time being.

By Phil Franz-Warkentin

Jan. 21, 2025 at 1:27 pm CST

Total Canadian pulse plantings are expected to hold relatively steady in 2025, with Canadian farmers seeding more peas and lentils while cutting area to chickpeas and edible beans, according to early estimates from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada released Jan. 20.

By Phil Franz-Warkentin