News Capsule: Canada – Steady Market Conditions for Peas, Chickpeas, and Lentils
24-Oct-2025 10:39 AM
News Capsule: Canada – Steady Market Conditions for Peas, Chickpeas, and Lentils
Yellow Peas
★ The market remained steady at $7.00–$7.35 per bushel, similar to last week.
★ In Saskatchewan, yellow peas were priced at $7.50 per bushel, while green peas (#2 grade, maximum 3% bleach) traded between $9.50 and $10.00 per bushel.
★ Exports continue to face pressure due to tariffs imposed by China.
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Kabuli Chickpeas
★ The market remained stable over the past week, with trades taking place between $0.30 and $0.31 per pound. Bids for 10mm-size chickpeas reached up to $0.375 per pound FOB farm, with discounts applied to smaller sizes.
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Lentils
★ Lentil markets also remained steady, with little change in prices compared to last week.
★ Demand and supply are balanced. However, the 2025/26 lentil market faces challenges — Canada’s large crop has boosted supply, competition from other exporting countries remains strong, and overseas demand is growing slowly. If farmers continue to sell at the current pace, prices may remain stable, but heavy selling pressure could weigh on the market.
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Current Bids:
★ Red Lentils: 22–23 cents per pound delivered
★ #2 Large Green Lentils: $0.27–$0.28 per pound FOB farm
★ #1/x2 Large Green Lentils: up to $0.30 per pound
★ Small Green Lentils: 21–22 cents per pound FOB farm
★ Overall, the market remains steady with no significant fluctuations observed.