Yellow Pea Weakens, Lentil Gains Strength, Kabuli Chana Surges – Pulses Weekly Report (Till 27 March 2026)
28-Mar-2026 03:32 PM
Yellow Pea Weakens, Lentil Gains Strength, Kabuli Chana Surges – Pulses Weekly Report (Till 27 March 2026)
Yellow Pea Prices Decline
★ Yellow pea prices witnessed a decline of ₹50–₹100 per quintal during the week. Weakness was observed in major markets such as Kanpur, Orai, and Mundra, while Lalitpur and Mumbai remained largely stable.
★ Price range: ₹3,875 – ₹4,300 per quintal
★ Import prices also declined by $15–$20 per tonne
★ The market remained under pressure due to weak demand and ample supply, along with continued pressure from imported cargo.
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Lentil Gains on Improved Demand
★ The lentil (masur) market showed firmness with gains of ₹100–₹200 per quintal this week.
★ Strong buying support seen in Delhi, Bareilly, and Barh (Bihar)
★ Price range: ₹5,650 – ₹6,775 per quintal
★ Monthly trend improved by ₹130–₹280
★ Although prices are still trading below the MSP of ₹7,000, improved demand is supporting the market. Additionally, government procurement could provide further support going forward.
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Kabuli Chana Sees Sharp Rally
★ Kabuli chana emerged as the strongest performing segment this week.
★ Prices surged by ₹300–₹400 per quintal in Indore and container markets
★ Price range: ₹8,100 – ₹9,600 per quintal
★ Despite a monthly decline of ₹40–₹400, the market strengthened due to short covering and improved demand.
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Mung Shows Limited Fluctuations
★ Mung market displayed a mixed trend during the week.
★ Merta City gained ₹200
★ Pipariya declined by ₹100
★ Delhi remained stable
★ Price range: ₹7,700 – ₹8,200 per quintal
★ Prices are still trading below MSP of ₹8,768
★ Balanced demand and arrivals kept the market within a narrow range.
★ Overall, the pulses market showed segment-wise divergence this week.
★ While yellow pea remained under pressure, lentil and kabuli chana provided strength, and moong continued to trade in a limited range.
★ Market direction ahead will largely depend on import trends, demand recovery, and government policy support.
★ Yellow pea may continue to face weakness due to sufficient supply and lower import prices.