Myanmar Pulse Exports Ease in September
WASHINGTON - Nov 27/14 - SNS -- Pulse exports from Myanmar declined in September, dropping below month and year earlier levels, according to the latest data from the country's ministry of commerce.
Myanmar exported 66,282 metric tons (MT) of pulses, down 19% from August and down 7% from the same month last year. India accounted for 67% of total official exports followed by Singapore at 11%, and Vietnam at 5%. Unofficial exports through land borders to India and China decreased by 24% in September to 9,065 MT as compared to 11,910 MT in August.
Weak demand from India especially for Matpe and Toor Whole was seen as the main cause of September's decline in shipments. Matpe (Black gram) beans accounted for 52% of exports in September, followed by Toor Whole at 35% and Mung at 7%.
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