Signs of Expanding Global Use of Pulses

18-Nov-2025 08:15 PM

Sydney. A research report by Rabo Bank states that the global demand and consumption of pulses is growing, and the market for pulses has undergone significant changes.

Pulses were previously used solely for their direct food purposes, but now they are increasingly used as an important ingredient in the preparation of various other dishes and food products.

Furthermore, in many countries, pulses are being increasingly preferred as a better alternative to meat and fish for protein supply.

Demand for pulses is rapidly increasing in many countries, including South Asia and West Asia, as well as in Africa and Latin America.

Changes in consumer eating habits, geopolitical changes, and import-export challenges are expanding the scope of pulse production, use, and trade. Pulses are increasingly used in the production of various new products due to their high consumer appeal.

Countries in Europe and North America are also making vigorous efforts to increase the consumption of pulses.

They are using them to create new food products. Pulses are also being used in products like snacks and pasta.

Meanwhile, pulses remain an important food product in some other countries, including Australia. India remains the world's largest producer, consumer, and importer of pulses.