THE BIG PICTURE
The chickpea gold rush Following a strong market signal from the Indian government, Australia in 2024 has harvested the biggest crop of desi chickpeas since 2016 – its second-highest on record. The bumper crop is bringing its fair share of both profits and problems; after a strong start, prices have begun to slump as the harvest draws to a close. Now, with Ramadan round the corner, logistics pushed to the limit, and India’s rabi seeding late, the market hangs in the balance. BY LUKE WILKINSON 8 MINUTE READ
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