Chickpeas are a popular source of protein in India. However, prices of the whole chickpea and the split dal (pulse) are on the rise. As a result, many consumers have shifted to one alternative. High Chickpea Prices Shift Demand to Yellow Peas Chickpeas are a popular source of protein in India. However, prices of the whole chickpea and the split dal (pulse) are on the rise. The wholesale price of chickpea dal is $1.25/kg, and the retail price is close to $2.75/kg. By comparison, the price of imported whole chickpea is $1.76/kg, and retail prices are much higher; 700,000 MT are likely to be imported in 2016/17.India’s domestic chickpea (white) crop is also being harvested, and prices in the market yard were lower at $1.53/kg on 19 January 2...
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