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Sri Lanka's pulses production is projected to decline to approximately 9,550 metric tons by 2028, down from an estimated 12,600 metric tons in 2023. This represents an average annual decrease of about 4.4%. Historical data since 1966 indicates a consistent downward trend, with the country's supply diminishing by an average of 6.3% each year. In the global ranking for 2023, Sri Lanka placed 116th. Taiwan surpassed Sri Lanka with a production level also at around 12,600 metric tons. The top spots in the ranking were secured by Myanmar, Canada, and China, occupying the second, third, and fourth positions, respectively.
