Australia exports 11.08 lakh tonnes of gram to India in November-January

07-Mar-2025 06:03 PM

Australia has made significant strides in increasing its gram exports, particularly to India, driven by both strong domestic production and heightened demand from international markets.

Between November 2024 and January 2025, Australia exported a total of 15.3 lakh tonnes of gram. Out of this, India was the largest importer, bringing in a record 11.08 lakh tonnes.

The duty-free import of Desi chana granted by the Government of India in May 2024 has played a pivotal role in this surge, allowing Indian importers to purchase large quantities of gram. This policy will remain in effect until March 31, 2025.

During this quarter, Australia also exported gram to other countries, including Bangladesh (2.06 lakh tonnes), Pakistan (1.61 lakh tonnes), and smaller amounts to countries such as the UAE, Nepal, and Canada, among others.

Australia’s gram production for the 2024-25 season is estimated to reach an all-time high of 22.7 lakh tonnes, making Australia the second-largest producer of gram globally, behind India, and reinforcing its position as the world’s largest exporter.

However, Australian exporters are closely monitoring the situation in India, as the duty-free period for gram imports is set to expire on March 31, 2025. With no indications that this period will be extended, there may be a rush to maximize exports before the policy ends