Desi Chana – Sowing and Market Outlook

05-Nov-2025 07:50 PM

According to Gaurav Bagdai, Rajkot, the availability of desi chana (Bengal gram) is currently quite low. He said that if demand increases, prices at Gujarat ports could rise to ₹5,900–6,000 per quintal, while if demand remains weak, prices may stay within ₹5,500–5,800 per quintal.

Seed demand is strong across the country. Sowing conditions are expected to remain good in Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh due to adequate soil moisture. However, in several parts of Rajasthan, heavy rainfall may prompt farmers to prioritize wheat sowing instead of chana.

Trade with Australia is currently lower compared to last year, but it may pick up in the future since Australia considers India its biggest buyer at the moment. Bagdai advised keeping an eye on imports from Australia, as they will determine the future market direction.

November shipment rates, which had earlier dropped to $475–480 per tonne, have now increased to around $520. When this stock reaches India, it could be priced around ₹5,300–5,500 per quintal. One vessel from Australia carrying high-quality chana has already left for India and Pakistan, and the cargo is being sold in line with domestic spot market prices.

He suggested that traders should reduce ready stock on every price rise and continue booking November shipment consignments, as this strategy seems most suitable under current market conditions.

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