Russia discusses cooperation in pulses trade with India

New Delhi [India], November 12 (ANI): Russia discussed with India measures to enhance cooperation in the field of trade in pulses during a meeting between a delegation led by Deputy Minister of Russian Ministry of Agriculture Maxim Titov and Secretary Department of Consumer Affairs Nidhi Khare, according to a statement. Russia has emerged as a major source of India’s import of masur (lentils) and yellow peas from recent past. Apart from these two pulses, Russia is also contemplating to diversify its pulses production to urad (black matpe) and tur (pigeon pea). India’s growing demand for protein-rich diets has led to an increase in pulse consumption, but the country still relies heavily on imports to meet its domestic requirements. Despite being a significant producer of pulses, India’s production has not kept pace with demand, leading to a rise in imports. The imports are done from Myanmar, Australia, Russia, Canada, and besides from some African countries. Despite various ...