Canadian Pea Prices Remain Stable Despite China Market Opening

02-Apr-2026 05:54 PM

Regina. Although China has significantly reduced the hefty import tariffs imposed on Canadian peas—thereby allowing imports to resume—it is primarily purchasing yellow peas. In India, too, only the import of yellow peas is currently permitted.

Canada holds a massive stockpile of peas, and the sowing season has formally commenced as of April 1st. Due to high inventory levels and stagnant prices, Canadian pea growers currently find themselves in a state of uncertainty.

According to a leading analyst, the current market price for yellow peas in Western Canadian markets is hovering around $8.50 per bushel, whereas the contract price for the upcoming new crop is being quoted in the range of $7 to $8 per bushel.

Similarly, regarding Maple peas, limited trading activity has led to a slight price recovery, pushing their value up to $12 per bushel.

In Canada, pea sowing typically takes place between April and June, with supplies of the new crop becoming available starting in August. Farmers remain undecided on whether to expand or reduce the acreage dedicated to pea cultivation.

Should prices witness even a modest recovery, the area under pea cultivation could see a slight increase. Meanwhile, in India, a decision has been taken to maintain the 30 percent customs duty on the import of yellow peas at its current level for the next one year.