Lentil sowing almost complete in Canada - crop condition normal

30-May-2025 04:45 PM

Regina. Lentil sowing is nearly complete in Canada’s top producing provinces, Saskatchewan and Alberta. The young crop has benefited from recent rainfall in some areas, though drought conditions still persist in others, where additional rainfall is urgently needed. If these regions do not receive timely rain, yields may be negatively affected.

Red lentil exports are expected to reach their highest level since the 2020-21 season, especially as production in Turkey now appears to be declining following a decrease in output from Australia.

This could tighten global supply and availability, potentially leading to a rise in red lentil prices. Green lentil exports are also forecast to rise to 7.75 lakh tonnes, the highest in several years.

However, due to strong Canadian production and growing competition from the US and Black Sea countries, prices of green lentils may face downward pressure.

Currently, lentil trading in Canadian markets remains limited, with even large producers releasing small quantities. Bulk export movement has slowed, a typical trend for this time of year.

After sowing, producers may begin offloading their existing stock, but if importer demand is weak, this could lead to a softening in lentil prices.

Green lentil prices are already trending lower due to ample global supply and availability. Attention is now focused on the upcoming Canadian harvest expected in August-September, which has kept trading in current stocks subdued. Demand from Indian importers remains weak.

While red lentil prices have remained somewhat stable, there is potential for strengthening ahead. Market players are also closely watching the situation with the Australian crop.