As of 2023, China's demand for pulses stood at an estimated 6.5 million metric tons. Forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 shows a year-on-year increase in demand: 2024 and 2025 grow by 1.9%, 2025 and 2026 by 1.9%, 2026 and 2027 by 1.7%, and 2027 and 2028 by 1.8%. Over these years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) averages approximately 1.8%, indicating a steady upward trend in pulses demand in China.

Future trends to watch include:

Increasing health awareness boosting pulse consumption as a protein source.
Potential impact of government policies promoting plant-based diets.
Market adaptations to climate change affecting pulse production and supply chains.