US Senators Push for Favorable Pulse Crop Provisions in India-US Trade Deal

• US Senators Kevin Cramer and Steve Daines advocate for favorable pulse crop provisions in the ongoing India-US trade pact negotiations.
• North Dakota and Montana, top US pulse crop producers, face disadvantages due to India's 30% tariff on yellow peas, impacting exports.
• India is the world's largest consumer of pulse crops, accounting for 27% of global consumption, making it a crucial market.
• The Senators previously raised the issue with PM Narendra Modi during 2020 trade talks, emphasizing mutual benefits of cooperation.
• India's Commerce Ministry indicates trade talks are near conclusion but no deadline, with both sides analyzing sectoral data and diversifying exports.

Why It Matters: US Senators urge inclusion of favorable pulse crop terms in the India-US trade deal, citing tariff impacts.