The import volume of pulses into the US is forecasted to increase steadily from 687.0 thousand metric tons in 2024 to 725.0 thousand metric tons by 2028. In 2023, the actual import volume stood at 678.0 thousand metric tons. The year-on-year variation between 2023 and 2024 is approximately 1.33%. Subsequent years show consistent growth, with average increases of around 1.3% annually, resulting in a five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 1.4%.
Future trends to watch include:
- Changes in dietary preferences towards plant-based proteins may boost demand.
- Trade policies impacting import duties could influence volume fluctuations.
- Climate change effects on global pulse production might impact US imports.
