By Dave Sims, Commodity News Service Canada
Winnipeg, Jan. 22 – Following are a few highlights in the
Canadian and world pulse markets on Friday, January 22.
– Indian scientists have developed 3 new varieties of lentils from a type of lentil that was banned 5 decades ago. The Khesari lentil has been linked to nerve damage and paralysis but was recently re-opened to production from the Indian government after scientists created a less-toxic version of the plant. Yesterday, Farm Minister Radha Mohan Singh told reporters the new varieties were all safe for human consumption.
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– The Daily Meal has named chickpeas as one of nine superfoods around the world that people should eat. The website says the pulses are fully stocked with protein and fiber, as well as folic acid, magnesium, and zinc. They provide essential amino acids and vitamins like riboflavin, thiamin, folate, and niacin. Lentils also made the list.
– Prices for peas in Northern China are going up as the temperature drops, according to a report in The Standard. The Vegetable Wholesale Merchants Association estimated prices had risen by 10 percent.
– #1 Red lentil prices in Western Canada are going for 48-65 cents per pound, as of January 22, according to the Prairie Ag Hotwire.
