India expands imports of pulses from Brazil

India, which has been one of the largest consumers of cereals in the world for a decade, is expanding its range of imported products, in particular, pulses. Recently, India turned its attention to Brazilian pulses and started importing them.

As of January 2024, India has already imported about 20,000 tonnes of Brazilian pulses, which is a significant increase compared to the previous year. This decision arose against the background of the lack of local production and the growing demand for legumes in the country.

One of the factors prompting India to increase imports of pulses is the increase in prices on the local market. As a result, Indian manufacturers are turning their attention to foreign markets to meet domestic demand. This creates opportunities for countries that can supply quality pulses, such as Brazil.

Brazilian legumes are known for their quality and high production standards, which makes them attractive for import into countries with high product quality requirements. This becomes another reason why India is turning its attention to these pulses to meet the needs of its consumers.

Despite the increase in imports from Brazil, India also continues to promote domestic production of pulses, in particular by supporting farmers and developing the domestic agro-industrial sector. This helps to balance imports and production, ensuring stability in the pulse market in the country.

In light of these developments, India's imports of pulses from Brazil may continue to grow in the near future. This will not only help supply domestic demand in India, but also open up new opportunities for Brazilian manufacturers to export their products to foreign markets.