Rice — Asia’s most important staple — is to blame for around 10 percent of global emissions of methane, a gas that over two decades, traps about 80 times as much
As of the end of March, Vietnam is projected to have exported approximately 1.6 million tons of rice this year, generating over 1 billion USD in revenue, for a 50% increase
National Action Council on Cost of Living (Naccol) food cluster task force chairman Datuk Syed Abu Hussin Hafiz Syed Abdul Faisal said after checking 105 hypermarkets nationwide,
The Rice Farmers Association of Nigeria (RIFAN) has called on the federal government to restart the Anchor Borrowers Program (ABP) and address insecurity across the country as a
Nigerian rice. By Felicia Imohimi Rice Farmers Association of Nigeria (RIFAN) has advised the government at all levels on the measures needed to reduce the price of the commodity
Over the years, as the government started supplying subsidised rice and the menace of wild animals and natural calamities combined with farmers’ difficulty to meet labour costs,
URBAN RICE FIELDS / JANUARY 17, 2024 A farmer inspects farm plots after planting rice for second cropping season at a 1,000 square meter rice field in Sitio Libis, Barangay Krus
The surge comes as traders factored in higher duties on rice shipments, while demand in Thailand remains subdued. Indian traders have hiked rice export prices. In Short Rice
Rice is a staple grain for half of humanity, but in places like Senegal farmers can’t grow enough of it. When the global rice supply is hit by crisis – from climate change
To boost agro-ecosystem, ensure food security in Sindh amid water shortage Zeeshan Baig, General Manager at Syngenta Pakistan, underlined the need for a comprehensive government
Thailand’s rice exports in the first three months of 2024 reached 2.5 million tonnes, 500,000 tonnes higher than the number recorded in 2023’s first quarter, said the
By Rathindra Kuruwita Large-scale rice millers would increase prices of rice in the coming festive season, small and medium scale millers alleged yesterday (28).Chairman of Sri
After Punjab, Chhattisgarh is the largest rice contributor to the current season’s central pool. The delay in paddy custom milling in Chhattisgarh has disrupted rice
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack traveled to Great River Organic Milling in Fountain City, Wisconsin for a big announcement. He introduced long grain rice as the first commercially
Dhaka shoppers see mixed news on Ramadan grocery prices. While vegetable prices dip slightly, rice, onions and potatoes experience fresh surges. Meat prices remain high, causing
The irrigation water channels around Ketereh’s paddy fields in Kelantan are dry due to a shortage of water supply caused by the ongoing drought season, March 28, 2024. —
MORE than 200 rice farmers from two districts in the Western Highlands Province need support to package and sell their rice in shops in Mt Hagen. The rice farmers from Mt Hagen
Rice is grown on 416,000 hectares across Europe and total production amounts to 2.8 million tonnes per year. European Rice, an EU-funded promotional programme has witnessed a
Agriculture Minister Mohamad Sabu stated in a late Wednesday Facebook post that the government would officially submit the request to India through diplomatic channels soon after
JAKARTA: Indonesia is the world’s third-largest rice producer and rice is essential in the country’s dining tables. However, Indonesian people have been
“ISARC is dedicated to transforming and strengthening the rice-based agri-food system in the South Asia region by developing and disseminating climate-resilient,
Synopsis India’s rice export prices increased this week due to higher duty on rice shipments, while Thailand’s demand remained low. The government imposed a 20% export
Special CBI court in Mohali on Wednesday sent the three Food Corporation of India (FCI) officials from Bathinda and a mill owner to three years’ rigorous imprisonment besides
TO address the needs of agriculture stakeholders to have easier access to science-based rice information, the Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) launched new social
The USDA anticipates higher cotton and rice planted area. Upland cotton acres are seen at 10.47 million, up 4% on the year, with static to higher planted area for most states.
The president of Ban Mai Khao Farmers Group commended the recent increase in the price of fresh off-season rice, which has hit 10,000 baht (US$280) per tonne. This price
The minister says that Putrajaya also officially asked for a special export of 100,000 tonnes of onions earlier this year. It was reported last year that the Indian government had
HYDERABAD: Twenty-two fields in various union councils of Umerkot, Sanghar and Badin districts have been selected for an experiment to grow two crops, initially wheat and sugar
Factors such as funding farmer training and capacity-building initiatives are crucial to increasing the usage of IPM Photo: Sushil Kumar Verma / The Hindu | Photo Credit: SUSHIL
JAKARTA: Indonesia’s domestic rice supply-demand gap is seen at a surplus of 1.7 million metric tons in the first half of 2024, narrowing from 3.36 million ton surplus last
A vendor arranges rice for sale at a market in Paco, Manila on March 13, 2024. MANILA, Philippines — The country’s rice imports as of mid-March have surpassed the total volume
As a key food producer, Cambodia has established a long-term vision to enhance its contribution to global food security. Rice collected by traders is loaded on trucks and awaiting
Adds other offers, need for import programme HAMBURG, March 26 (Reuters) – The lowest price offered in the international tender from Indonesian state purchasing
India banned wheat exports in May 2022 and exports of non-basmati rice in July 2023 to cater to domestic requirements. Bangladesh has sought assured annual supplies of five food
Add context, quotes JAKARTA, March 27 (Reuters) -Indonesia’s domestic rice supply-demand gap is seen at a surplus of 1.7 million metric tons in the first half of 2024,
Synopsis Indian exporters are grappling with tax demands from customs for duty differentials on rice exports, impacting shipments due to new export duties to control domestic rice
Wheat likely to be offered to mills at ₹2,275/qunital, rice reserve price may be ₹3,100/quintal BY PRABHUDATTA MISHRA The Indian government has indicated that it is ready
The Agriculture and Cooperatives Ministry will seek 33.53 billion baht to buy fertilisers for 4.68 million rice farmers suffering from poverty due to price volatility and rising
New research highlights the potential of rose essential oil (REO) as a natural and effective alternative to chemical pesticides in protecting tomato plants from pests.
Nabard & Icrier report calls for rigorous assessment of farm practices, reducing fertiliser use. ZBNF aims to promote sustainable agriculture by reducing the use of
After many fluctuations in supply and prices last year, global rice trade continues to be “hot” from the beginning of this year. Việt Nam’s rice exports earned
It seems that the issue surrounding the supply of local white rice in the market shows no sign of abating after an association representing Malay rice millers revealed that only
KUALA LUMPUR: Any government contracts involving the distribution of rice will be using imported white rice from April, said Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri
– paddy bug losses at 11%, ministry clarifies Farmers at a meeting on the paddy bugs. The Ministry of Agriculture yesterday confirmed that aerial spraying will commence this
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Climate change, extreme weather events, unprecedented records in temperatures and higher, acidic oceans make it difficult to predict the long-term fate of
PESHAWAR, Mar 24 (APP): The benefits of organic food and its positive effects on human life have drawn peoples’ attention towards safe food that is also rich in nutrients and
PS:Business Recorder Pakistan’s agricultural scientists have achieved a remarkable milestone by successfully developing a new variety of rice known as “Golden Super Basmati”
Indian agricultural scientists and industry stakeholders have flagged the “illegal” cultivation of Indian Agricultural Research Institute’s improved basmati rice varieties
Imported rice from Vietnam being unloaded in Surigao City port. —FILE PHOTO With domestic production able to meet the slight increase in consumption due to a weaker El Niño,
THE Philippines is forecast to produce about 12.125 million metric tons (MT) of rice this year due to increased funding from the government, the United States Department of
After the upward trend of last January, the price of rice increased again. Traders say that although the supply of rice is normal during Ramadan, all types of rice have increased
Farmers work in a rice field in Mamasapano, Maguindanao. INQUIRER file photo / ERWIN MASCARIÑAS MAMASAPANO, Maguindanao – Near the site of the bloody encounter that killed 44
…as Kano, Lagos get 120,000 bags each As part of effort to support Federal Government’s Palliative Programme designed to fight hunger and ensure food security for Nigerians,
The Department of Agriculture (DA) and the Rizal Municipal Agriculture Office conducted a drone seeding demonstration during a Harvest Festival held at Barangay Candawaga, Rizal.
Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said that for the last few years, Basmati rice farmers have been slapped with export duties and export bans. This has caused a massive
Small wins should be celebrated, big wins, even more so. During the current fiscal year 2023-24, Pakistan’s foreign exchange earnings from rice exports have nearly doubled; not
Article: India Extends Support to African Nations with Rice Exports India has taken notable steps in extending a helping hand towards African countries in terms of food security
PUTRAJAYA: The Prime Minister wants more frequent monitoring and enforcement to be carried out to address the shortage of local white rice (BPT) in the market. Datuk Seri Anwar
Rice prices did not increase during Ramadan in the past 15 years File photo of different varieties of rice. Photo: Noor A Alam Despite the typical decrease in demand for rice
In the village of Kemadang, long dry spells threatened local farmers’ livelihoods until a church-led granary brought hope. PHILIP SITUMORANG IN GUNUNGKIDUL REGENCY, INDONESIA
SCIENCE CITY OF MUÑOZ (PIA) — The Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) cited its contribution to the country’s record harvest of 20.06 million metric tons of
A supermarket worker moves bags of imported white rice in Kuala Lumpur on March 20, 2024. — Bernama photo KUCHING (March 21): The retail price of imported white rice in Sarawak
The government has asked the private sector to import 83,000 tonnes of rice immediately (within a month), aiming to further arrest the rice price hike in the retail market across
Indian traders are signing few new contracts for parboiled rice exports after customs officials changed the calculation method for the 20% export duty, resulting in a higher duty,
Researchers warn that contamination is a significant issue for regions heavily reliant on the semi-aquatic crop. Many countries in Asia still use outdated measures to determine if
THE DEPARTMENT of Agriculture (DA) XI aims to implement its research on rice varieties, also called the NextGen PLUS project bred to increase its adaptability to the changing
David Ezra M. Francisquete AN OFFICIAL from the Department of Agriculture-Davao Region (DA-Davao) said that research for next-generation rice varieties or new rice varieties that
PETALING JAYA: Some 140,000 tonnes of local white rice (BPT) will be distributed throughout the country from today to overcome a market shortage. Kawalselia Padi and Beras (KPB)
Daily Sun Report, Dhaka The government has allowed 30 organisations and individuals to import 49,000 tonnes of boiled rice (except aromatic rice) and 34,000 tonnes of atap rice
PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim wants more frequent monitoring and enforcement to be carried out to address the shortage of local white rice (BPT) in the
The Federal Government’s efforts to address the issue of food scarcity in Nigeria has been given a boost with the recent four-part Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on sale and
Blockbuster Pusa-1121 and 1509 Basmati varieties being grown and marketed in Pakistan as “1121 Kainat” and “Kissan Basmati”. Pakistan’s basmati exports
Pakistan earns $2.517 billion in foreign exchange from rice exports In the first eight months of the current financial year, rice exports in the country have recorded a growth of
Credit: REUTERS/Willy Kurniawan HAMBURG, March 20 (Reuters) – The international tender from Indonesian state purchasing agency Bulog to buy 300,000 metric tons of
A rice expert on Wednesday called on the government to thoroughly check its 10-year-old stockpile of rice carefully before offloading it in the market, warning of risks to public
As part of its retail intervention to tame inflation, the government is selling Bharat rice at ₹29 a kg, and Bharat atta at ₹27.50 per kg The government has approved inclusion
File image of sacks of rice. Photo: Collected The rice market in Dinajpur, a northern district known for its grain storage, has once again become unstable following the increase
PETALING JAYA: Padiberas Nasional Berhad (Bernas) has adjusted the price for imported white rice from RM3,200 to RM3,000 per metric ton. In a statement, Bernas said the reduced
KUALA LUMPUR: The drop in imported white rice prices that takes effect today needs to be enforced strictly to ensure that the government’s aim of making the country’s staple
Demand for Pakistani basmati rice increased in global market after a recent ban by the Indian govt Pakistan’s rice exports witnessed significant growth of 85.83% during the
The project has the potential to fundamentally transform rice production methods in the Mekong Delta region. A farmer harvesting rice in Cần Thơ Province. — VNA/VNS Photo HÀ
It is an authentic and unique production quality of rice produced in Greece European Rice, an EU-funded promotional programme emphasised sustainable farming practices to be a key
More climate-resilient, nutritious and productive rice varieties are needed By Neena Bhandari Genetic innovations and AI-driven tech can help mitigate climate risks for rice,
By Godwin Isenyo Farmers under the aegis of the Rice Farmers Association of Nigeria in Kaduna State have raised concerns over the security challenges in the state. They said they
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s rice exports during the first eight months of the current financial year grew by 85.83% as compared to the exports of the same period last year.
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) Trade notice, it said, highlights the need to use a new way of declaring the origin of goods under DCTS. Products from India that
ISLAMABAD, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 19th Mar, 2024) Rice exports from the country during the first 08 months of the current financial year grew by
PUTRAJAYA: The government, through the National Action Council on Cost of Living (NACCOL), has agreed the retail price of imported white rice will be reduced by RM2 to RM3
Despite campaigns by various government agencies and Food Minister Sadhan Chandra Majumder to keep the rice market stable, the prices have suddenly jumped, much to the dismay of
For Nigeria to attain the much-desired food sufficiency, its agricultural sector needs focus, education, mechanisation, storage, and ofcourse security, according to Kabiru
PUTRAJAYA: The government, through the National Action Council on Cost of Living (Naccol), has agreed to reduce the retail price of imported white rice by RM2 to RM3 from
19 March 2024, Africa: As a continuation of a groundbreaking initiative called Accelerating Genetic Gain in Rice (AGGRi) Alliance inaugurated in 2019, the
Cabinet approval has been granted to continue with the government programme to provide relief to low-income families in 2024 as well. In the first half of 2023, the government
Credit: REUTERS/Willy Kurniawan Adds detail, origins, background HAMBURG, March 18 (Reuters) – Indonesian state purchasing agency Bulog has issued an international
FILE – A farmer looks at his crop in a dry rice field in southern Vietnam’s Ca Mau province, Feb. 23, 2024. HANOI, VIETNAM — Vietnam faces nearly $3 billion a
JAKARTA: The Indonesian Government is planning to import 22,500 tonnes of rice from Cambodia to complement domestic stocks in meeting the needs ahead of Eid al-Fitr, the National
Image used for illustrative purpose. Getty Images Commercial corn inventory stood at 440,350 MT, 51.2 percent over the 291,280 MT recorded in February last year The
by Afreen Khan, Ranjitha Puskur, Suchaita Tenneti Two Farmer Producer Companies (FPC) in Odisha, India aim to further sustain their increased yields and bridge productivity
Nazrul Islam : A couple of months ago, the price of all types of rice increased. However, the rice market is somewhat stable due to various initiatives of the Ministry of
Chinese expert Wu Mingkui (1st L) measures the yield of the crop at a demonstration field of China-Aid Agricultural Development Project on rice planting in Nausori, Fiji, March
National Action Council on Cost of Living chairman Datuk Syed Abu Hussin Hafiz said the National Farmers Organisation is prepared to serve as an alternative rice importer if Padi
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Head of the National Food Agency (Bapanas) Arief Prasetyo Adi stated that the relaxation of the retail price ceiling (HET) of
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 17th Mar, 2024) Brunei held a ceremony on Saturday to celebrate the harvest of a Chinese hybrid rice
An aerial drone photo shows rice fields in Nausori, Fiji, March 13, 2024. (Photo by Sang Qinlong/Xinhua) by Xinhua writers Gao Yang, Guo Xinhui SUVA, March 17 (Xinhua) —
Food security is an inter-ministerial project. Without effective coordination, no plan, however perfect, can be implemented. – NSTP file pic WE recently hosted a discourse
The Niger State Government has signed an agreement with the Lagos State Rice Mill and Lagos Commodity Future Exchange to produce 300,000 tons of paddy rice annually on 50,000
Farmers harvest rice using sickles in Bocaue, Bulacan on January 2, 2024. MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) targets to complete the distribution of P12.09
Tribune News Service New Delhi, March 16 In a conference organised by the Federation of Seed Industry of India (FSII), direct seeded rice (DSR) emerged as a pivotal solution to
Some 217 Guimarasnon farmers convene to receive a cash assistance from the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund. PHOTO COURTESY OF GUIMARAS PROVINCE ILOILO City – The
New Delhi: The central government has extended the ban on exports of de-oiled rice bran by another four months, according to an official notification put out by the Directorate
Trucks carrying low-quality rice that was confiscated by the Rwanda Revenue Authority park at Dubai Ports World Rwanda in Kigali. Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) and Rwanda
As one of many main milled rice exporting international locations within the area, Cambodia is aiming to increase its exports to the Philippines, following the latest dedication
MOROGORO: RICE farmers have been urged to adopt Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) standards for Sustainable Rice Cultivation that mitigate the effect of climate change to
Naccol committee chairman Syed Abu Hussin Hafiz Syed Abdul Fasal wants the government to take ‘serious action’ on the matter. The companies allegedly involved in the cartel
The new variety of rice, named KKL (R), was developed by a team of researchers at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru College of Agriculture and Research Institute. Rice is considered
With a growing emphasis on sustainable agricultural practices, the industry recognizes DSR as a practice that contributes to resource conservation. Launch of FSII-Sathguru Report
HYDERABAD: Dr Fateh Marri, Vice Chancellor of Sindh Agriculture University (SAU), emphasized the pivotal role of rice as a crucial staple food in the global agricultural
BENGALURU/MUMBAI/HANOI/BANGKOK: Rates of parboiled rice exported from India eased off from record highs this week, as buyers sought cheaper deals elsewhere, while a weaker baht
15 March 2024, Punjab: The Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare of Punjab issued a notification on Friday announcing a ban on the sale, distribution, and use
Despite being one of the primary supply sources for Senegal – a country with one of the highest per capita rice consumption rates in West Africa, Vietnam’s rice exports to
Written by Rajendra Jadhav and Mayank Bhardwaj for Reuters -> NEW DELHI, March 15 (Reuters) – India has extended restrictions on exports of deoiled rice bran
MR Patrick Ubru, Commissioner for Agriculture and Agro Industrialisation, said the state is targeting the production of one million metric tons of rice annually to meet local
West Java reported that 874 hectares of rice fields suffered from crop failure due to extreme weather, which resulted in landslides, droughts and floods in the latest planting
Italian agronomists have partnered with a Japanese agricultural machinery company to develop strains of sake rice suitable for cultivation in Europe. Eloise Feilden looks into
‘RAMADAN RICE’. Lawyer Suharto Ambolodto (2nd left) and Army Lt. Colonel Udgie Villan, commander of the Army’s 33rd Infantry Battalion, join members of Al-Qhalid
HAMBURG: South Korea’s state-backed Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corp. has issued an international tender to purchase an estimated 100,800 metric tons of rice mainly to be
Rates of parboiled rice exported from India eased off from record highs this week, as buyers sought cheaper deals elsewhere, while a weaker baht weighed on Thai prices. Top
HYDERABAD, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 14th Mar, 2024) Vice Chancellor of Sindh Agriculture University Dr. Fateh Marri Thursday said that
CALAMBA CITY, Laguna (PIA) – The Department of Agriculture (DA) is eyeing to expand its strategic partnership with the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) to support
-sees higher yield per hectare Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha has said that the rice production target for 2024 has been set at 710,000 tonnes in comparison to last
Saltwater intrusion up rivers is estimated to affect 29,260ha of rice sown in areas not zoned for the crop in the Cuu Long (Mekong) Delta as the region enters the peak dry season.
A successful and extensive implementation of WFBAS in rice production would help to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 2.4, which focuses on rice productivity and profitability
Data shows that FCI through State agencies has purchased 74 lt of rice, whereas the Agriculture Ministry data show the production at 78.22 lt BY PRABHUDATTA MISHRA Chhattisgarh
By TED CORDERO, GMA Integrated News The Philippines is expected to increase its rice importation this year, more than what was initially estimated, further cementing the
SBV has asked commercial banks to proactively balance capital sources, and promptly meet the loan needs of people and businesses producing, processing, purchasing, temporarily
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Minister of Agriculture Andi Amran Sulaiman is worried about rice production from June to October 2024, since the production this February is
HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 March 2024 – The HCM City Development Joint Stock Commercial Bank (HDBank) has hiked its loan limits and
Although Vietnam holds huge potential to boost rice export in 2024 as the world is forecast to face a shortage of about 5 million tonnes of the grain, limitations in linkage chain
A RICE farmer has been given a village sustainability kit under the Trukai smart farmer programme for his initiative to Incorporate best farming practices in his village. Noah
Written by Patrick MacFarland More than 50% of the world’s population relies on rice as a staple. Rice is a cereal grain first domesticated in China around 11,000 years
The charity ship Open Arms was seen leaving Larnaca port in Cyprus, pulling a barge loaded with approximately 200 tonnes of flour, rice, and protein, according to a report NGO
However, the move may open floodgates for demands from across the country where premium rice varieties are grown. BY PRABHUDATTA MISHRA Dr. Ashok Kumar Singh, Director of Indian
The participants will include scientists, representatives of business organizations, exporters, importers, academicians, entrepreneurs from the farm sector and those dealing with
Rice is increasingly favoured as a staple food and irrigation is being increased. In Summary Gilbert Maluki, National Irrigation Authority chairman and rice farmer, Stephen
By Leilanie Adriano AGRI BOOST. A rice field in Piddig, Ilocos Norte promises a good yield in this undated photo. The Department of Agriculture has advised rice farmers to plant
An Giang Province will step up the inspection and grant of production codes for rice, vegetables and fruit growing areas to meet the requirements of export markets. A drone is
The Vietnam Customs’ data shows that Vietnam exported 414 tons of rice to Senegal, with a turnover of US$307,820 in the first 2 months of this year. The Mekong Delta is the
By Mary Judaline Partlow PARCHED LAND. Banana plants and other vegetation are turning brown in some areas in southern Negros Oriental, as shown in this photo taken on March
Head of the National Food Agency (Bapanas) Arief Prasetyo Adi (right) checking rice stocks. ANTARA/HO-Humas Bapanas Jakarta (ANTARA) – The National Food Agency (Bapanas)
As climate change compels farmers to diversify from wheat and paddy, how can the government make minimum support price available to farmers by making the system more effective
Farmers planting corn seeds in Punjab. Female farmers are the strongest link in the agriculture sector, providing 70 per cent of labour. Paradoxically, they are also the weakest
PACITAN, Indonesia — Parno looked weary at he stared out over his rice field, occasionally shaking his head as he considered prospects for the coming harvest. “How can I not
Farmers harvest paddy rice stalks in a farm land in Kalasin province, Thailand, on November 21, 2023. Photo: Bloomberg Asia’s bountiful rice fields have fed the world for
Chai Watcharong, the spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office, has revealed that the Ministry of Commerce recently organised a promotional event for Thai rice at the
With production projected to be lower this year, water levels in reservoirs precariously low and export curbs not effective enough, rice prices could jump BY SUBRAMANI RA
THE country’s volume of imported rice almost doubled during the first two months of 2024, data from the Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI)
RICE IMPORTS totaled 728,254.49 metric tons (MT) year to date at the end of February, up 84.6% from a year earlier, according to the Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI). According to
While India has relentlessly developed and increased the use of high-yielding rice varieties over the past 50 years, similar to Bangladesh, to build a strong foundation for food
State slips to fourth from top slot, Telangana climbs the ladder to second spot According to the latest crop estimates released by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’
By HANA BORDEY, GMA Integrated News NFA quality lab told to pass off good rice as bad, says Tulfo Officials behind the questioned sale of rice stocks of the National Food
Rice– a key staple in Nigeria is fast getting out of reach for most households as prices of grain have surged 98.47 percent in one year. Experts attributed the persistent
PH seen to import more rice as harvest may fall short this year Imported rice from Vietnam being unloaded in Surigao City port. —FILE PHOTO The Philippines is seen to import
PHNOM PENH, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 10th Mar, 2024) — Cambodia had exported 90,153 tons of milled rice in the first two months of 2024, down
You can think beyond the ponni, matta and basmati as a host of players are now bringing you fragrant ancient rice varieties Spirit of the earth store in Mylapore, Chennai Chennai
“Although El Niño will affect output, the total harvest will still be relatively large and more supply in the market will tend to reduce prices,” FFF national manager Raul
Abang Johari (centre) signs the signboard to officiate the production and processing centre. KUCHING (March 10): The Sarawak government plans to allocate about 20,000 hectares of
Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg said the rice cultivation project will be carried out in stages using the allocation from the federal government, totalling RM173
Demand steady but expecting fresh supplies: Bangkok trader A man compares different grains of rice at a wholesale market in Navi Mumbai, India, on Aug 4, 2023. (Photo: Reuters)
By TED CORDERO, GMA Integrated News Amid the alleged irregularities in the sale of National Food Authority’s (NFA) buffer stocks to private traders, Agriculture Secretary
An official observes rice stock in Bulog’s warehouse in Lambaro, Aceh Besar, Aceh.(ANTARA FOTO/Khalis Surry) Jakarta (ANTARA) – The government has assured that the
By Miguel Gil PARTNERS IN DEVELOPMENT. Oriental Mindoro Governor Humerlito Dolor (right) presents a token to House Speaker Martin Romualdez after the opening ceremonies of the
Kathryn Markham USDA Agricultural Research Service Americans have sung about amber waves of grain for years, but soon, they might have to add more colors to that ode, as the U.S.
This initiative aims to encourage farmers to shift from traditional paddy cultivation practices, including paddy and sugarcane, to improve soil health. The crops grown as part of
HANOI: Vietnam’s rice exports are estimated at 6.5-7.0 million metric tons this year, down from last year’s record high of 8.1 million tons, according to a report by Vietnam
BEIJING, March 8 (Xinhua) — Chinese scientists have deciphered the genetic basis behind the formation of clustered-spikelet rice, which has been an interest of agricultural
VIETNAM, March 8 – ĐÀ NẴNG — Việt Nam’s rice export has been shifting significantly toward high-quality and speciality products rather than quantity,
The charges stemmed from the alleged illegal sale of 75,000 bags of rice, part of the country’s buffer stock, to two traders for a total of P93.75 million. MANILA, Philippines
By Stephanie Sevillano RICE SELF-SUFFICIENCY. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. (rightmost) discusses possible partnership expansion with officials of the
HANOI: Vietnam’s rice exports are estimated at 6.5-7.0 million metric tonnes this year, down from last year’s record high of 8.1 million tonnes, according to a report
Credit: REUTERS/Staff By Ashitha Shivaprasad March 7 (Reuters) – India’s rice export prices surged to a record high this week as traders sought clarity over
The SS Rice News Convention 2024 was held yesterday in Da Nang City, attracting the participation of experts and over 400 businesses of rice import-export and supporting services.
In Sóc Trăng Province, many rice farmers are facing water shortage caused by saltwater intrusion up rivers from the sea. Sóc Trăng Province’s authority checks the
Jayson Cainglet, Samahang Industriya ng Agrikultura executive director, noted that while corruption at the NFA is an open secret, officials have become more daring in their
Vice President Ma’ruf Amin in Tangerang, Banten, on Thursday (March 7, 2024). (ANTARA/Andi Firdaus) Jakarta (ANTARA) – Vice President Ma’ruf Amin on Thursday
Rice farmers in Region Two start the harvest season on a positive note, with favorable prices and weather conditions promising a productive season ahead. Essequibo Coast Rice
The 20% duty slowed India’s parboiled rice exports, but still traders ship around 500,000 metric tons per month as prices jumped in competing countries such as Thailand,
Procurement nearly 40% of estimated kharif season production this year. BY PRABHUDATTA MISHRA Rice procurement across the country has reached 44.15 million tonnes (mt) as of
We see a big opportunity for paddy field expansion, which will be created by the recent government decision to increase the replanting of smallholders’ oil palm estates to
President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo meets Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on the sidelines of the ASEAN-Australia Special Summit in Melbourne on March 5, 2024. (Photo
Photos show workers unloading sacks of rice from a truck along Dagupan St. in Manila on February 7, 2024. MANILA, Philippines — A 36 percent spike in the retail price of
By SHERILYN UNTALAN, GMA Integrated News While more provinces across the country reel from the effects of its scorching heat, the El Niño phenomenon has only affected 1% of
ByZablon Oyugi International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) through its Burundi office in partnership with the Institute of Agronomic Sciences of Burundi (ISABU) is
David Ezra M. Francisquete THE Department of Agriculture-Davao Region (DA-Davao) revealed that an estimated P213 million will be allocated for the Rice Farmers Financial
President Joko “Jokowi“ Widodo salutes on March 4, 2024, as he departs for Australia from the Halim Perdanakusuma Air Force Base in East Jakarta, to attend the ASEAN-Australia
Katlene O. Cacho-Laurejas INFLATION rate for February rose to 3.4 percent from 2.8 percent in January as prices of rice and meat went up, the Philippine Statistics Authority
Most shipments contracted at higher rates amid globaly supply disturbance BY PRABHUDATTA MISHRA Basmati rice exports have increased by 12.3 per cent at 4.11 million tonnes
The farmer has been cultivating Karuppu Kavuni Rice for 10 years. Karuppu Kavuni Rice is also known as black or forbidden rice which is cultivated primarily in the fertile lands
Sarawak admires Singapore’s vertical farming, aiming to attract youth to agriculture and increase food security. Plans include modern techniques and rice production. Sarawak
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has ordered the audit of rice sales since 2019 to ensure that necessary safeguards are in place. MANILA, Philippines — The
Arvie N. Veloso GOVERNOR Gwendolyn Garcia reiterates her request that Cebu Island be supplied with rice immediately, particularly in light of the fact that the provincial
Kedah confronts challenges in rice distribution and unveils plans for a strategic land bridge, aiming to bolster food security and global trade positioning. Kedah’s Ambition
Indonesia is importing 300,000 tonnes of rice from Thailand and Pakistan to bolster its national food stocks ahead of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr. Illustrative image (Photo: AFP)
Though exports of non-basmati white rice have been banned since July 20, 2023 to boost domestic supply, exports are allowed on the basis of permission granted by the government to
SunRice to buy more Cambodian fragrant rice, expand Oz market Industry players are optimistic about SunRice Group’s plan to import more of Cambodia’s aromatic Jasmine
Various types of rice sold at a store in Go Vap District, Ho Chi Minh City, on Mar. 1, 2024. Photo by VnExpress/Thi Ha The prices of paddy and rice bought for exports have plunged
SunRice Group plans to invest in Cambodia’s organic rice production, a move that could redefine ASEAN-Australia agricultural relations and promote sustainable growth.
Positive prospects are forecast for Vietnam’s rice export in 2024, with bright signs in both market and price. Vietnam ships 8.1 million tonnes of rice abroad, earning 4.6
By ANNA FELICIA BAJO, GMA Integrated News President Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr. meets with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet for a bilateral meeting at a hotel in
Workers unload rice imported from Thailand from a Vietnamese-flagged cargo ship at Malahayati Port, Aceh Besar district, Aceh. The Trade Ministry has issued a permit for the
The food minister expects the distribution of rice at Tk 15 per kg will bring relief to the market Food Minister Sadhan Chandra Majumder says around 150,000 tonnes of rice will be
The Philippines pioneers in cultivating Golden Rice to fight malnutrition, facing contrasts with Bangladesh’s regulatory challenges. Golden Rice Revolution: Philippines
Consul general says traders’ delegation will visit Hyderabad KARACHI: Malaysian Consul General in Karachi Herman Hardynata bin Ahmad has said that around 10,000 Pakistani
HAMBURG: Indonesian state purchasing agency Bulog is believed to have purchased about 300,000 metric tons of rice an international tender which closed on Wednesday, European
India’s agricultural exports soar with innovative basmati rice varieties, aiming for sustainable cultivation and reduced pesticide use. India’s Basmati Rice Exports
India’s export bans on rice have led to a global crisis, affecting food security in developing nations. The situation calls for urgent international collaboration. Global
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Indonesia’s Ministry of Agriculture said that the national rice harvest in March–April 2024 is projected to reach 8.46
MUMBAI, INDIA — India is expected to produce less rice in 2023-24, marking the first drop in eight years, Reuters reported, citing a government statement. Wheat
The Rice Department (RD) will officially recognise 10 new rice cultivars this year to better fulfil the needs of consumers and farmers. The new varieties are of better quality and
A representative from one of the 25 agricultural cooperatives receive rice transplanting machinery and nursing trays from the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA) on
JAKARTA: Indonesia’s rice output in the harvest period from January to April is expected to drop 17.52% from last year, hit by dry weather that brought a decline of 1.39%, data
India’s basmati rice exports are expected to fall in 2024 amid competition from Pakistan, which is offering the item at competitive rates. India and Pakistan dominate the export
HAMBURG, March 1 (Reuters) -Indonesian state purchasing agency Bulog is believed to have purchased about 300,000 metric tons of rice an international tender which closed on
Bags of rice at a store in HCMC’s Go Vap District. Photo by VnExpress/Thi HaIndonesia plans to increase rice imports by 1.6 million tons this year, giving Vietnamese
Credit: REUTERS/THOMAS PETER BEIJING, March 1 (Reuters) – China has set the minimum purchase price for 2024 early indica rice, mid-late indica and japonica at 127
Credit: REUTERS/WILLY KURNIAWAN JAKARTA, March 1 (Reuters) – Indonesia’s rice output in 2023 was 31.10 million metric tons, down 1.39% from a year earlier,
“The Thai Ambassador has been replaced. She has ridiculed India’s PSH (Public Stockholding) programme” a top government official said, adding that the language and behavior
Rice has turned into a major bone of contention at the ongoing WTO ministerial conference in Abu Dhabi. In what could turn into a full-fledged trade war, India has strongly
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