Australia: Pulse producers urged to be patient as supply chain issues bite

Published 2021년 11월 3일

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Australian pulse exporters are facing challenges due to supply chain issues, including a shortage of shipping containers. This is particularly impacting legume exporters as a large percentage of pulses are exported in containers, leading to limited farmgate inquiry and export uncertainties. Despite these challenges, demand for pulses is present, especially from North America and the subcontinent. Pulse producers are being advised to store their product, as the logistics issues are expected to persist. The passage of the US stimulus package is anticipated to further drive container rates, making it challenging for pulse exporters.

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Veteran pulse industry participant Peter Wilson, Wilson International Trade, warns supply chain issues pose particular concern to pulse processors and exporters. WHILE there is a rosy outlook ahead for producers of most grain crops this year, world shipping and supply chain woes are making life difficult for Australian pulse exporters. A shortage of shipping containers in particular is hurting legume exporters, with a far larger percentage of pulses exported in containers as opposed to bulk shipments than with commodities such as wheat. Working through the supply chain this has meant limited inquiry for pulses at a farmgate level as exporters deem it too risky to write business given the current uncertainties regarding export executions. "Farmers may have to be patient this year and wait for the logistics situation to improve," said Wilson International Trade director Peter Wilson. He said the production sector was in a reasonably good position as they could satisfy cash flow ...

Source: Farmweekly