By Dave Sims, Commodity News Service Canada
Winnipeg, August 11 – Following are a few highlights in the Canadian and world pulse markets on Thursday, August 11.
– Parts of Ontario bean-fields received some badly-needed moisture over the weekend. Yields are estimated to be slightly below average; quality however, is considered to be decent. Harvest is generally expected to start in four to five weeks.
– Rain in Pakistan’s Kharif region is expected to help rejuvenate crops in the area.
– The Manitoba government is joining hands with the federal government to launch a pilot project aimed at increasing the use of pulse flours. This includes beans, peas, chickpeas and lentils, according to a release from the province. A total of C$270,000 is being invested in the venture.
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– Harvesting of peas and lentils is underway in southeastern Saskatchewan. The province reports that 16 per cent of the peas and two per cent of the lentils have been combined in the region.
– Small red beans are currently attracting prices of 43 cents (Canadian) per pound at elevators across Western Canada, the same beans are also going for 42-43 cents (Canadian) per pound in Michigan, according to the Prairie Ag Hotwire.
