By Commodity News Service Canada
Winnipeg, April 5 (CNS Canada) – Ascochyta disease levels on field pea seeds in Western Canada are higher than normal, according to Mark Olson, head of pulse research with Alberta Agriculture.
However, while the levels of disease may be higher than normal, they are still within the acceptable levels for the most part and Olson noted that the seed can still be used with acceptable management practices, such as seed treatment and upping the seeding rate.
Edible bean prices are coming under some pressure in international markets, according to reports, with the latest US data showing small declines in some classes.
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However, Canadian bids remain relatively steady, with navy beans topping out at about 37.5 cents per pound, according to Prairie Ag Hotwire data, and both pintos and blacks at around 39.5 cents per pound.
Top end large green lentil bids are holding relatively firm, with number 2 Lairds currently topping out at about 48 cents per pound, according to Prairie Ag Hotwire data. New crop bids, meanwhile, range from about 32 to 37 cents per pound.
Red lentil bids range from about 21 to 25 cents per pound, with new crop prices also topping out at 25 cents.
Green pea bids range from C$7.65 to C$8.50 per bushel in Western Canada. Yellow peas range from C$6.70 to C$8.75 per bushel, according to Prairie Ag Hotwire.
Large calibre (10mm) kabuli chickpeas are currently seeing prices as high as 70 cents per pound in some cases, although a lack of supplies may limit any actual movement.
