Canada’s 2025 lentil crop is shaping up to be one of the largest on record, with production estimates ranging from 2.7 to potentially 3 million tonnes, up from 2.4 million last year. Quality is strong, with a higher-than-usual share of No. 1 large greens, while total supply could reach 3.6 million tonnes. However, exports remain a concern: Canada’s share of key markets such as India and Turkey has eroded sharply, with Australia, Russia, and Kazakhstan expanding output and undercutting Canadian prices. While red lentil prices may have bottomed, analysts warn that global competition and long transit times are challenging Canada’s competitiveness in traditional markets.
