Pulses and legumes for import export

Pulses and legumes details for import and export from india

Airwave Agro Trade Corporation

8/30/20241 min read

a variety of beans and cereals in trays
a variety of beans and cereals in trays

India is a significant player in the global pulse market, producing and exporting a variety of pulses like chickpeas, pigeon pea, moong beans, urad, masur, peas, and beans ¹. The country's pulse exports have seen fluctuations in quantity and value, but overall, there's been a steady growth in both ².

In terms of import, India's dependency on pulses has decreased over the years, from 19% in 2013-14 to around 9% in recent years ³. The country's import gap for dried legumes is $6.51 million, making it a significant importer of these products ⁴.

To find reliable buyers for exporting pulses from India, you can explore markets like the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Africa, which have seen a surge in pulse imports from India ². You can also check out platforms like APEDA, which provides notifications on pulse imports and exports ⁵.

Key Pulses and Legumes for Import and Export:

- Chickpeas (gram)

- Pigeon pea (tur or arhar)

- Moong beans

- Urad (black matpe)

- Masur (lentil)

- Peas

- Beans

Key Markets for Import and Export:

- Middle East

- Southeast Asia

- Africa

Resources:

- APEDA (Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority)

- OEC (Observatory of Economic Complexity)

- PIB (Press Information Bureau)