CESME, Turkey — Pulse processors could be getting more bang for their buck if they used the right equipment and processes, says a major manufacturer. Surojit Basu, global product manager for Buhler Group, said 10 to 15 percent of a pulse is husk and the rest is endosperm. “Theoretically, we should get 85 to 90 […] Read more
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Lentil empire built on a handshake
President of Arbel Group in Turkey linked up with Al-Katib of Saskatchewan to create pulse processing powerhouse
Sean Pratt reports from the Global Pulse Convention in Cesme, Turkey, about what is driving pulse markets MERSIN, Turkey — It all started with a complaint about the quality of Canadian red lentils. That complaint led to a partnership that would eventually result in the formation of the world’s largest pulse processing firm. The complainant […] Read more
VIDEO: Pinto, black bean supply may be tight
CESME, Turkey — Supply will be tight for two of the main classes of dry beans grown in Canada, according to an expert. “I think there is great potential for the pinto bean market to get tight,” said Randy Duckworth, director of worldwide activities for the U.S. Dry Bean Council. He forecasts total supply from […] Read more
Canadian lentils sub-par?
Sean Pratt reports from the Global Pulse Convention in Cesme, Turkey, about what is driving pulse markets. CESME, Turkey — Some international buyers of Canadian lentils are not happy with the quality they’re getting. “As millers, we are very disappointed in the quality the Canadian system allows suppliers to supply as lentils,” said Saifuddin Abidali, […] Read more
