Recent rains have increased the pace of pea sowing in Canada

23-May-2025 12:33 PM

Regina. Pea prices in the western Canadian markets are currently showing limited fluctuations and remain mostly stable. As the last week of May approaches, farmers in major production areas are accelerating pea sowing efforts.

The recent rains have significantly improved moisture levels in previously dry regions, aiding farmers in speeding up sowing activities. The goal is to complete planting before the onset of the monsoon season to avoid potential adverse weather conditions later on.

Yellow pea prices have seen a slight improvement, trading at around $10.50–$10.75 per bushel, while forward contracts for the upcoming crop are being signed at approximately $9 per bushel. Prices for green peas have remained stable at around $17 per bushel,

with contracts for the next crop being reported in the range of $12.00–$13.50 per bushel. The harvest of the new crop is expected to begin around August or September. Meanwhile, prices for maple peas are struggling to hold their current levels.

However, Canadian pea producers and exporters face potential challenges ahead. Major markets like China and India are presenting uncertainties. China has implemented a 100 percent import duty on Canadian peas,

and India's duty-free import window for yellow peas is set to expire on May 31, 2025. With only a few days left, the Indian government has not yet issued any notification to extend the duty-free period.

Given this situation, there may be a slight decline in pea sowing across Canada, and the average yield may also drop. Adequate rainfall remains essential in key growing regions to support crop development and productivity in the months ahead.