Ukraine’s pea area increased 6% year on year to 295,000 hectares in 2026, with production expected at approximately 740,000 tonnes. By 10 August, farmers had harvested 712,000 tonnes from 93% of the area. The expansion contrasts with projected production declines in Canada and Russia of 25% and 21%, respectively, in 2026/27 marketing year. Following a record global crop of 18.2 million tonnes in 2025/26, the International Grains Council expects world output to fall 14% and the market to return to a more balanced position.
Ukraine exported 387,000 tonnes of peas in 2025/26, above the previous five-year average of 308,000 tonnes, with Italy, Turkey and Malaysia among the key demand destinations. However, prices remain under pressure: Ukrainian containerised offers are reported at $190–200/t, while yellow peas for delivery to Indian ports are offered at $200–310/t CIF/C&F Mumbai. Higher logistics costs and weak demand continue to weigh on margins. Small-batch shipments may allow exporters to rely on road and rail routes while deep-sea grain exports face disruption.