Commodities Buzz: Global Chickpeas supplies seen up 3%

International Grains Council or IGC stated in a latest monthly update that global chickpeas output is projected to expand for a second consecutive year in 2025/26 as leading growers respond to growing local and international demand. With heavy outturns ensuring ample availabilities, aggregate end-season reserves are seen rising across the forecast period. After retreating slightly in the prior year, trade is seen edging up in 2026. IGC expects Chickpeas production at 17.8 million tonnes in 2025-26, up 1.4% on year. Total supply is seen at 21.6 million tonnes, up 3% on year. Usage is also seen up 2.6% at 17.6 million tonnes.

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