Slight Improvement in Lentil Crop Conditions in Montana, USA
06-Aug-2025 08:44 AM
Slight Improvement in Lentil Crop Conditions in Montana, USA
★ The report released on July 27 indicated that pulse crops in the region were affected due to a lack of rainfall.
★ Lentil planting in the U.S. reached 2.7 million acres this year, up 18% from last year.
★ One-third of the lentil crop in Montana was affected by drought; however, recent rains have benefited the delayed crop.
★ U.S. lentil production is expected to rise by 25% compared to last year.
★ Demand for Indian lentils remains weak, with only major players making purchases.
★ The U.S. agency that used to purchase 30,000 tons of No. 3 grade (the lowest quality) lentils for international development programs has been shut down by the U.S. President.
★ There will be no sales tender from the U.S. this year; the same quantity may be used for animal feed.