Saskatchewan produces more yellow peas than any other region on earth. Canada exports over 3 million metric tonnes annually. Whole yellow peas are used extensively in dal (Matar dal) across South Asia, split pea soups in Europe, and as a plant-protein ingredient for food manufacturing globally.
Origin & Harvest
Sourced direct from grower-shippers across Saskatchewan and southern Alberta — the largest yellow pea growing region in the world. Planted late April through May, harvested August through early September. New-crop availability from September; old-crop carry stocks supplied through July of the following year. Crop year provided on every shipment.
Forms Supplied
- Whole Yellow Peas — CGC Canada No. 2, the export benchmark
- Whole Yellow Peas — CGC Canada No. 1, premium grade on indent
Specifications — CGC Canada No. 2 Whole Yellow Peas
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Foreign Matter % | 0.5 |
| CSC % | Not specified |
| CSC + Splits % | 10.0 |
| Splits % | 3.0 |
| Other Damage % | 5.0 |
| Total Damage % | 5.0 |
| Peas of other colour % | 2.0 |
| Moisture % | 16 |
Handling & Packaging
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Shelf Life | 24 months from date of packaging |
| Storage | Ambient — cool & dry |
| Country of Origin | Canada |
| Packaging | 25 kg · 50 kg · 1 MT · Bulk |
Shipping & Trade Terms
FOB Vancouver, CPT Vancouver and CIF major South Asian and Gulf ports including Nhava Sheva, Mundra, Chennai, Chittagong, Karachi, Port Qasim, Colombo and Jebel Ali. Standard FCL 24–26 MT bagged or 28 MT bulk. Vessel parcels (5,000+ MT) accepted. Payment: irrevocable LC at sight, CAD or TT against shipping documents.
Common End-Uses
Indian and Bangladeshi Matar Dal retail packing, European and North American split pea soup manufacturing, pea protein isolate, pea starch and pea fibre production for the plant-protein industry, animal feed compounding, and ingredient supply to ready-meal and snack manufacturers.
Certifications
CGC official weight and grade certificate, CFIA phytosanitary certificate, and certificate of origin included with every shipment. SGS or Intertek pre-shipment inspection certificate available on request.
Frequently Asked Questions
What grade of Canadian yellow peas do you supply?＋
CGC Canada No. 2 whole yellow peas as standard. CGC Canada No. 1 whole yellow peas available on indent.
What is the minimum order quantity?＋
One full container load (FCL) — 24–26 MT bagged or up to 28 MT in bulk container liners. Vessel parcels (5,000+ MT) accepted for major buyers.
Which ports do you ship yellow peas to?＋
Nhava Sheva, Mundra, Chennai, Chittagong, Karachi, Port Qasim, Colombo and Jebel Ali. FOB Vancouver and CPT Vancouver also available.
Are yellow peas suitable for pea-protein manufacturing?＋
Yes. Canadian No. 2 yellow peas are the global benchmark for pea protein isolate, pea starch and pea fibre production, with consistent 22–24% protein content and low anti-nutritional factors.
What is the price benchmark for Canadian yellow peas?＋
Yellow pea pricing tracks Saskatchewan elevator bids plus rail-freight to West Coast terminals, vessel freight, and our trading margin. We quote firm CIF and FOB prices on FCL-by-FCL basis — request a quote with target port and quantity for live pricing.
What is the typical transit time to India?＋
28–35 days from Vancouver to Nhava Sheva, plus 7–10 days inland rail from Saskatchewan elevators to port.