PULSES & BEYOND CEM BOGUSOGLU SWISS AEGEAN
considerably new agri products. Let’s talk about Kazakhstan. They mostly produce lentils; I hear there are some efforts to produce peas and chickpeas as well. Logistically, they have advantages for food aid tenders. The logistical network has been growing consistently for a few years; 10 years ago it was unimaginable to deliver peas from Kazakhstan to Afghanistan, now they would be the first choice for a tender. How are logistics in general in the Black Sea right now? The issues in the Gulf of Aden are ongoing. Container lines have substantially increased freight rates, it’s harder to get containers and the times are much longer. I believe this will be resolved slowly and the security will be re-established because all trade participants are dependent on it. It’s a big loss for the
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