Canada’s pulse production is expected to increase significantly in 2024, with dry field peas, lentils, and chickpeas leading the way, according to a Statistics Canada report published on December 5, 2024. This growth is complemented by rising export numbers, underscoring Canada’s expanding role in the global pulse market.

Production Forecasts for 2024

The latest projections indicate a remarkable increase in output across Canada’s key pulse crops:

Chickpeas: Production is forecasted at 0.28 million tonnes, an 80% surge compared to 0.15 million tonnes in 2023.

Lentils: Output is expected to reach 2.43 million tonnes, up 35% from 1.80 million tonnes in 2023.

Dry Field Peas: Production is set to rise to 2.99 million tonnes, a 15% increase from 2.61 million tonnes last year.

Favorable weather conditions and advancements in farming practices are driving these gains, positioning Canada to meet growing global demand for pulses.

Canada pulses Export

Lentil Exports Surge: Canada’s lentil exports soared in October, reaching 332,400 metric tons (MT), up from 195,970 MT in September, according to Statistics Canada. This brought total exports for the marketing year to 564,834 MT, a 17% increase year-over-year.

India remains Canada’s top export destination, importing 126,077 MT in October, followed by Turkey (67,639 MT) and the UAE (43,890 MT). The robust demand underscores Canada’s strengthening foothold in international markets.

Chickpea Exports Inch Higher: Canada’s chickpea exports saw modest growth in October, totaling 12,516 MT, a slight 1% rise from September’s 12,405 MT. However, total exports for the marketing year remain lower at 32,740 MT, compared to 47,997 MT during the same period last year.

Source: StatCan