New Delhi, Aug 29 (KNN) The Indian government is considering relaxing its year-old export ban on non-basmati white rice due to surplus stock and a significant increase in
The Centre has authorised the Food Corporation of India (FCI) to sell rice to distilleries for ethanol production, allowing for a maximum of 23 lakh metric tonnes (LMT) of rice
Jayan Jose Thomas, B Satheesha Summary This working paper explores the linkages between trade and food security in the context of India’s ban on the export of non-basmati white
The food ministry, as per a directive, has allowed ethanol producers to participate in e-auctions and purchase rice between August and October 2024 under the Open Market Sale
With Indian rice no longer significantly cheaper, buyers seek other options (Reuters) — Rice export prices in Thailand rose to their highest level in two months this week on
FCI stops accepting rice deliveryRuchika Khanna Tribune News Service Chandigarh, August 29 The Centre has again rejected 600 stacks of fortified rice supplied by the millers of
Vietnam is set to capitalise on Indonesia’s record-high rice import volumes, as the rising demand from the neighbouring country opens up significant export opportunities for
A potential easing of the ban would benefit farmers, traders and exporters who have been seeking a relaxation to capitalise on the high global demand for Indian rice. It’s
Nicholas Waitathu Kenya is expected to reduce rice import bill by more than Sh27 billion in the next five years, thanks to an initiative to reduce imports by 50 per cent. The
By Satoshi Sugiyama and Tom BatemanKUMAGAYA, Japan (Reuters) – Grappling with a rice shortage after extreme weather ravaged last year’s crop, Japan is hoping new
Xinhua HEFEI, Aug. 28 (Xinhua) — Squatting on the riverbank with his students, Cui Hongbiao carefully observes rice growing in a floating field in the water, with the sweat
Author: DA Press Office The Department of Agriculture on Thursday distributed PHP135.8 million of posthartvest facilities and financial assistance to farmers and farmers’
The ban, which took effect on 20 July 2023, was brought in to ensure the country had sufficient stock for domestic consumption and to cool prices. Dhirendra Kumar, Subhash
By Carah Hart An extension economist with the University of Missouri says there are a few global factors affecting the current cotton and rice markets. Ben Brown says a decline
In a troubling convergence of environmental and economic challenges, Pakistan’s agricultural sector faces a dire situation as climate change impacts crop yields. At the same
Highlights Pakistan parboiled 5% STX reaches $544/t Aug 27 Prices down $49/t on year, $35/t on month, $5/t on week Remains at $20/t premium to Indian parboiled 5% Pakistan
Millers refuse to accept paddy for milling unless stock from previous years is liftedRuchika Khanna Tribune News Service Chandigarh, August 27 With state granaries filled to
The shortage of rice in Japan has become so severe that several stores are limiting consumers to one bag per person. Prateek Shukla New Delhi The threat of a
According to former bureaucrat Kazuhito Yamashita, the main reason is Japan’s acreage reduction policy By Matthew Hernon If you’ve been to a supermarket recently, you may
Rice shelves in some stores emptied after a government warning this month of a possible “megaquake”, several typhoons and the annual Obon holiday. Tokyo: The
Indonesia has increased its rice import demand by 30,000 tonnes in August compared to the previous month, bringing the total to 350,000 tonnes, according to the latest tender
By Ebi Kesiena Kenyans are set to face increased prices for cereals following the government’s introduction of a new levy on imported grains. The Agricultural Food
However, the agricultural extension department has yet to assess the financial extent of the damage Sudden floods in Bangladesh, triggered by heavy rainfall and a monsoon
By Allah Dad Chandio Larkana : The Rice Millers and Traders of Sindh and Balochistan have issued a warning to Karachi in near soon for future action against the reduction
By Nicole Heslip An Arkansas-based field agronomist says harvest is fast approaching in the eastern portion of the state. Koch Agronomic Services’ Matt Fryer tells Brownfield,
The size of rice paddies in South Korea fell 1.5 percent on-year to hit an all-time low in 2024, data showed Tuesday, Yonhap reports. The country’s rice paddies totaled
Rice prices are rising in spite of an ample amount being produced in the just concluded fiscal year, causing hardship for low and fixed-income people who are already struggling to
By Renu Baliyan Basmati rice holds a special place in India’s agricultural scenario not just as a staple food but also as a major export commodity. India emerged as one of
KYODO NEWS TOKYO – Concerns over a rice shortage are growing in Japan, with empty shelves becoming noticeable in supermarkets and stores, against the backdrop of
Some residents of Kaduna, Kano and Katsina states have cried out that they were yet to receive the rice donated to the states by the Federal Government. The Federal
TOKYO — Shortages of rice have recently been seen across Japan, and the price of the staple food is soaring. But close to 100% of Japan’s rice is domestically produced
By Kabir Firaque The agricultural scientist has developed rice breeds that can give good yields despite stresses such as salinity, alkalinity or low-phosphorus conditions. Krishna
The newly developed three new rice varieties exhibit enhanced tolerance to high temperatures, reduced water availability, and increased resistance to pests and diseases. Hemant
FCI ready to meet demand; TN, Karnataka among those seeking rice above volume supplier for PDS By Prabhudatta Mishra Tamil Nadu and Karnataka are among the few States which have
Given the already high levels of global hunger, lifting the ban on non-basmati white rice would provide much needed support in humanitarian terms. Raj Mann The lack of progress
By Chris Lyddon KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI, US – Despite a cut in the US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) projection for world rice production this year, the crop is still
Vietnam’s rice export prices have reached the highest levels globally, surpassing those of Thailand, Pakistan, and other major exporters, the Vietnam Food Association (VFA)
Mom Kunthea / Khmer Times With the trade volume between Cambodia and Indonesia exceeding $1 billion in 2023, the two countries on Thursday agreed to expedite the Memorandum of
Mizzima It is learned from the Myanmar Rice Federation (MRF) that it will store up to one million bags of rice, including Pawsan rice varieties, for the State’s rice buffer
Visits to different kitchen markets in Dhaka reveal that rice prices have increased by Tk3-6 per kg in over two weeks, depending on the variety Rice prices have started to climb
Kamal Mridha . Rajshahi Hundreds of rice mills in Naogaon, the largest rice producing district in the country, have been shut down in the last 12 years due to continuous setbacks
Our Correspondent Tarn Taran, August 22 The district branch of the Federation of Arhtiya Association, Punjab, has demanded the early lifting of last year’s rice stock stored in
BENGALURU /MUMBAI/BANGKOK/HANOI AND BANGLADESH: Rice export prices in major Asian hubs edged up this week, with rates in Vietnam hitting their highest level in nearly three months
FAISALABAD: District Administration has reduced the prices of various pulses and rice up to Rs 57. Deputy Commissioner Capt Nadeem Nasir (retd) said that the price of pulse mash
In October 2023, India allowed 170,000 tonne of non-basmati white rice to Malaysia. New Delhi: India has permitted exports of 200,000 tonne of non-basmati white rice to Malaysia,
The 2nd International Food and Agriculture Exhibition, FoodAg 2024, held from August 9th to 11th, has concluded with remarkable achievements, underscoring its significance in the
By The Manila Times AMID a decline in the number of young Filipinos becoming rice farmers, the Department of Agriculture-Philippine Rice Research Institute (DA-PhilRice) has
Cynthia Egboboh …targets 13,000 smallholder rice farmers in Kogi Hemam Synergy, an agribusiness company has unveiled a €850,000 (N1.485 billion) grant to support 13,000
The Andhra Pradesh government has decided to cut the prices of some essential items, offering some relief to the common people. The newly elected government is continually working
By John Perkins U.S. rice stocks on August 1st, 2024 were up sharply on the year. The USDA says rough rice in all positions at the start of the new marketing year was 32.433
Mandi price of early harvested 1509 basmati paddy variey has declined to Rs 2500/quintal from Rs 3000/quintal prevailed a year ago. Written by Sandip Das The government is
ISLAMABAD, Aug 20 (APP): Rice exports from the country during the first month of the current financial year grew by 75.70 per cent as compared to the exports of the corresponding
Vietnamese rice now has the highest export prices, distinguishing itself from key competitors, including Thailand and Pakistan, whose prices have fallen. The prices of Vietnamese
By Gurpreet Singh Nibber Market trends show that the rates of freshly harvested 1509 basmati variety, which has arrived in some mandis of Punjab’s Majha belt, is fetching
High temperatures in summer 2023 were among the factors leading to higher prices and lower stocks of rice than usual in Japan. Prices for Japan’s fiscal 2023 rice crop have been
Written by Adeniyi Olugbemi As part of measures to tackle the rising cost of foodstuffs in the state, the Sokoto State government has set up machinery to procure 300 truckloads
The government has banned exports of de-oiled rice bran, used in the cattle feed industry, till January 31, 2025. The government has banned exports of de-oiled rice bran, used in
Insiders said that rice exports could bring in a record turnover of 5 billion USD this year if the pace of shipment is maintained like at present. There is ample room for
Detention at JNPT, Munda and Kandla follows businessline’s report of irregularities in such shipments violating ban on exports of white rice By Subramani Ra Mancombu Over 400
Malaysia McCoy STARKVILLE, Miss. (WJTV) – The growing season is wrapping up on Mississippi’s 2024 rice crop, and experts anticipate a slightly higher yield but depressed
The cultivation of long-grain rice has expanded to 6.71 lakh hectares currently, a significant increase from 5.96 lakh hectares during the previous kharif season, the minister
ByHT Correspondent, Chandigarh Punjab agriculture and farmers’ welfare minister Gurmeet Singh Khudian also said the area under direct seeded rice (DSR) has grown by 46.5%
The Agriculture Ministry said Monday the government will purchase a total of 450,000 tons of rice for its reserves to stabilize market prices and address an oversupply of the
Deputy Minister of Planning and Investment Trần Duy Đông said the implementation of the Cửu Long (Mekong Delta) master plan has helped shift the mindset about food
The agriculture ministry said Monday the government will purchase a total of 450,000 tons of rice for its reserves to stabilize market prices and address an oversupply of the
The rice harvesting season has commenced in the Kyzylorda region. Kazakh Minister of Agriculture Aidarbek Saparov participated in the opening ceremony of the harvesting campaign,
Activist Aruna Rodrigues has requested criminal proceedings against ICAR for releasing HT rice varieties without GEAC approval, citing potential risks to India’s organic rice
By Rediff Money Desk, Chandigarh SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal calls on the Union government to lower the minimum export price (MEP) of basmati rice to boost farmer income
By Esther Sun After nearly a century of farming its renowned heirloom rice in rural Merced County, the family behind Koda Farms is moving on. All of its trademarks will be
A shopper walks past processed rice products displayed at a discount mart in Seocho District, southern Seoul, on Sunday.Exports of processed rice products hit a new record in the
CHANDIGARH: The new governing body of All India Rice Exports Association (ARIA) held a meeting in New Delhi on Friday to discuss the “challenges” faced by the rice
Michel Nkurunziza Thousands of tonnes of rice that have been in stores after harvest in Rusizi District will be bought up by the National Strategic Grain Reserve and East Africa
(MENAFN- KNN India) New Delhi, Aug 17 (KNN) The newly elected governing body of the All India Rice Exports Association (ARIA) convened in New Delhi on Friday to address pressing
“India’s Basmati rice exports, crucial to its agri-economy, rely on innovative strategies and new trade routes to overcome supply chain challenges without increasing
India’s discount to Thailand and Vietnam’s prices has narrowed, leading to lower exports. Indian rice export prices declined further this week due to subdued demand
HANOI (Xinhua) – Vietnam’s rice industry is experiencing a golden period, with exports projected to surpass USD5 billion this year, Vietnam News Agency reported on
China is a top export market for Vietnam’s farm produce, with $7.04 billion worth of produce exported in the first seven months of 2024, an increase of 11.3 percent over the
Vietnamese rice now commands the highest prices globally, distinguishing itself from key competitors like Thailand and Pakistan whose prices have declined. This surge is propelled
The US Department of Agriculture lowered its forecast for Philippine rice imports this year and next, citing a slowdown in purchases from Vietnam and a broader decline in global
HEFEI, Aug. 16 (Xinhua) — Inspired by the late legendary Chinese scientist Yuan Longping, known as the “father of hybrid rice,” Rwandan Gatera is determined to
The state government has decided to purchase 300 truckloads of rice, which will be sold to residents at a discount. Olakunle Maruf, Nigerian Tribune In its efforts to address the
laying down the methods of sampling and analysis for the control of the levels of mycotoxins in food and repealing Regulation (EC) No 401/2006. Please click on the link
In 2022, Indian basmati rice was termed the best across the globe, presenting a huge market growth opportunity, says Mayank Garg, Director of Aroma AAT Basmati Rice, in this
Vietnam’s rice industry is experiencing a golden period, with exports projected to surpass 5 billion USD this year, fueled by robust global demand and stable prices, according
By HANA BORDEY, GMA Integrated News The amendments to the Rice Tariffication Law (RTL) has officially been proposed in the Senate plenary for debates. Senate Bill 2779 contained
By Zen Trinidad CALAMBA CITY, Laguna – The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) in Region 4A (Calabarzon), through the Cavite-Batangas Irrigation Management Office
JIN EUN-SOO Shoppers browse through rice products at a hyperscale mart in Seoul on Thursday. Rice prices have seen a continuous drop despite the government’s effort to curb
Olumayowa Samuel The Nigeria Customs Service has announced the implementation of zero duty on essential food imports effective from July 15 to December 31, 2024. This was
ByJed Macapagal The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) revised downward its forecast for the Philippines’ rice imports in 2024 and in 2025 by 100,000
Nongluck Ajanapanya Thailand’s Rice Department is intensifying efforts to transform premium rice into high-value products by supporting rice production centres nationwide to
New climate-resilient rice varieties released by PM Modi, including flood-tolerant Gayatri sub1, aim to boost productivity in India By Prabhudatta Mishra Among 109
By Jessica Calinog Photo courtesy: NIA Region V The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) Region 5 will sell rice at P29 per kilo starting in September 2024 through its KADIWA
By Animashaun Salman As part of its measure to tackle the rising cost of foodstuffs in the state, the Sokoto State Government has set up machinery to procure 300 truckloads of
Cambodia exported a total of 379,546 tonnes of milled rice in the first seven months of 2024, earning a revenue of $280 million, the Cambodia Rice Federation said in a news
Farmers opting for grains from Vietnam Rice exporters warned that local rice varieties are at risk of extinction as farmers flock to plant a Vietnamese rice variety known for its
Special mechanisms and policies must be put in place to encourage investments in the processing of rice by-products, a bold step that helps deliver significant benefits to farmers
Osaka, Aug. 13 (Jiji Press)–A Japanese rice price futures index was listed Tuesday on the Osaka Dojima Exchange, offering a hedge against future price fluctuations. The move
By Thi Ha Rice exporters face the likelihood of losses this year as input costs rise and export prices fall. Paddy now costs VND9,200 per kilogram at the farm gate, up 5.7%
Millers fear losses and say the new paddy varieties give only 62% of rice which is less than the govt norms The majority of shelling mills in Punjab have shown an unwillingness to
About a month after the Federal Government announced that it will send 740 trucks of rice to the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), in response to food inflation
By MARI YAMAGUCHI TOKYO (AP) — A Japanese business executive who was detained in Myanmar for more than a month has been released after being convicted of violating rice
India is boosting rice exports by utilising an innovative technology platform. This is reported by IANS, a partner of TV BRICS. The platform is designed to facilitate interaction
By: Gabriel Pabico Lalu MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) has faced tongue-lashing at the House of Representatives for its alleged reliance on
Upland cotton production is projected at 14.555 million bales, an increase of 24% on the year with a decline in average yield to 828 pounds per acre canceled out by increases in
In the last 10 years, rice stocks were never as high but inflation is in double digits possibly because high procurement is squeezing supply in private market. Lifting export
More rice breeds suitable for Nigeria’s farming ecosystems are needed to increase the estimated national rice production figure of 7.7 million tonnes. Experts said additional
Meanwhile, the price of corn, which is a staple food for low-income earners, has been showing some upward pressure. By Seulkee Jang Despite recent flooding in North Korea caused
Express News Service WARANGAL: Warangal Commissionerate police personnel are busting three to five Public Distribution Scheme (PDS) rice rackets every week. Recently, Task Force
Through USDA’s Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities program, the USA Rice – Ducks Unlimited Rice Stewardship Partnership will be able to offer over $9 million in
By Thi Ha Rice was the Vietnamese product with the highest export value to Philippines in the first six months of 2024, with a turnover of $1.2 billion, up 41% over the same
This can lead to the development of newer varieties that use less nitrogen and are high-yielding, cutting costs on imported fertilizers and reducing nitrogen-linked pollutionJacob
KARACHI: The Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (Reap), in association with the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP), on Friday celebrated $4 billion rice export
THE rising cost of food affects everybody, and we need to be aware that there are many processors and traders adding their markup to the price of food from the grower to the
Addis Ababa August 11/2024 (ENA) Over 45,000 hectares of land have been cultivated with rice in Central Gondar Zone of Amhara Region, according to Agriculture Department of the
After the formation of an interim government and the recovery of the supply chain, the prices of most commodities have started to decline, but the same is not true for rice.
As the Aug. 15 wild rice season opening date approaches, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds harvesters that rice stands must be ripe before they can be legally
Odisha has launched India’s first 24/7 grain ATM, the Annapurti Grain ATM, to modernize the Public Distribution System. It dispenses up to 50 kg of rice efficiently,
Pakistan is among the non-GMO countries, and most of its exports go to the European Union. Bynasir chishti & Shahid Shah ISLAMABAD/KARACHI: The Ministry of National Food
KARACHI: After achieving an all-time high export of $4 billion, rice exporters are now setting their sights on a $6 billion rice export for the current fiscal year (FY25), buoyed
‘The shortage of feedstock is threatening the entire industry and adversely impacting the Centre’s ambitious E-20 target by 2025,’ Reddy said. New Delhi: BRS
The NSW Government has passed legislation to increase competition and boost the long-term viability of the state’s rice industry, by deregulating the state’s rice industry
By Brian Kimani The government will be able to set a fixed price for all essential goods regardless of market conditions, location or any other factors if a new bill is passed
The machine, which has been installed at a warehouse in Macheswar, is designed to streamline the distribution of Public Distribution System (PDS) rice. Ajay Nath In Short Odisha
By Kasarahchi ANIAGOLU Barely a week after announcing the sale of the first batch of 50kg bag of rice at N40,000 to civil servants in the country, the federal government has
According to reports, in April-May, 1,24,218.36 metric tonnes of non-basmati rice was sent by India to Maldives. The government closely monitored the export scenario. In a recent
Source of contamination has reportedly been linked to government laboratories in Germany and Luxembourg By Munawar Hasan LAHORE: Detection of Genetically Modified Organism
It may give India the edge to get GI tag for the fragrant rice By Subramani Ra Mancombu An organic basmati rice consignment sent from Pakistan to Germany has been found to
Tribune News Service Basmati rice being packed at a rice mill. Tribune file Parveen Arora Tribune News Service Karnal, August 7 Fearing an adverse impact on basmati exports, the
Allen Newton FOLLOWING hard on the heels of the news of record-breaking tonnages of grain being exported from the Port of Melbourne, comes the news of more records for rice
Svastha Ecosystem will comply with EU MRL norms using AI-powered quality control programme By Prabhudatta Mishra Agtech start-up Svastha Ecoharvest is gearing up to export
The stock gave multibagger returns of 1,690 per cent in 5 years and a whopping 6,700 per cent over a decade. Today, the shares of GRM Overseas Ltd gained 1.83 per cent to Rs
Government Bans Non-Basmati White Rice Exports to Ensure Domestic Food Security. New Delhi, Aug 7 (KNN) In a significant update on India’s agricultural exports, recent
Credit: ©PEANGDAO – STOCK.ADOBE.COM HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM — Vietnam’s rice harvested area continues to decline as farmers switch to more profitable crops, according
Besides the impact of climate change, farmers are also attributing the high cost of production to the declining yield. Chencho Dema Farmers could expect a good harvest as timely
The export is allowed on the basis of permission granted by the government of India to other countries to meet their food security needs and based on the request of their
By Solomon Odeniyi The guidelines for the suspension of customs duty and taxes on imported food items are to commence next week, the Federal Government announced on Tuesday. In
BAGHDAD, IRAQ – After months of uncertainty following U.S. government-imposed financial restrictions, Iraq again is purchasing rice from the United States. Over the weekend,
The states at yield risk till a few years back accounted for less than 20 per cent of India’s annual rice production. Photo: Bloomberg As rice production in India faces
By GMA Integrated News The government is expecting that the price of rice will go down in the coming months, according to Finance Secretary Ralph Recto. In a 24 Oras report on
The Campaign Organisation criticized the Ondo State government’s distribution method and condemned Aiyedatiwa for a lack of transparency and accountability in the distribution
A worker carries a sack of rice at the warehouse in Jakarta. (Reuters Photo) HAMBURG- Indonesian state purchasing agency Bulog is believed to have purchased about 320,000 metric
By Vietnam News Agency Rice exporters of Vietnam and Thailand are competing to gain a larger market share in the Philippines, reported Nikkei Asia. Workers package rice for
The increase in paddy sowing and comfortable buffer stocks have eased concerns of rice shortages. According to Niti Aayog member Ramesh Chand, plentiful rains in key agricultural
(FILES) Consumers can still benefit from ‘Program 29,’ which offers rice at P29 per kilo to vulnerable households at government-run KADIWA Centers. Shoppers are seen
Chencho Dema Punakha-Inconsistent rainfall patterns and drying water sources are impacting paddy yields in Punakha, a dzongkhag renowned for producing varieties of rice in the
Louise Maureen Simeon Workers arrange sacks of National Food Authority (NFA) palay or unmilled rice inside their warehouse in Balagtas, Bulacan on May 22, 2024. MANILA,
By TED CORDERO, GMA Integrated News File photo/Bernadette Reyes/GMA Integrated News The retail prices per kilo of rice are expected to go down this month due to combined base
By Deborah Tolu-Kolawole The Federal Government has concluded plans to sell a 50kg bag of rice at N40,000 to public servants with a view to alleviating the food crisis in the
An employee inspects stacked piles of rice at a rice processing complex in Gangwon on Monday. The amount of unsold rice reserved at rice processing complexes in the region this
By Lan Do Vietnamese companies have won seven rice export bids for 185,000 tons of 5% broken rice auctioned by Indonesia’s National Logistics Agency (Bulog). Bulog had
Union Minister for Food and Consumer Affairs Pralhad Joshi has announced that States can buy rice from the Food Corporation of India at ₹2,800/quintal without participating in
Synopsis The Supreme Court has requested responses from the government, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), National Cooperative Exports Ltd, and others regarding a
Thailand is stepping up efforts to increase its rice exports to the Philippines as the Southeast Asian nation emerges as a major importer of the staple grain. The US Department of
TEHRAN, Aug. 03 (MNA) – What appeared to be a US military helicopter was seen to have landed in a rice field in Ebina, Kanagawa Prefecture, on Saturday morning, police said. An
The prices of rice, which have been on a rising trend steadily due to supply-side disruptions caused by the ongoing turmoil, increased further last week. However, the prices of
The decision has been taken to reduce the huge surplus stocks at FCI godowns prior to the new procurement season. Jitendra Choubey NEW DELHI: The Centre has allowed state
Faltering domestic supply forces Manila to rely on imports from neighbors Paddy is loaded onto a truck as farmers harvest a rice field in Thailand’s Chainat
The Federal Government has concluded plans to sell a 50kg bag of rice at N40,000 to public servants with a view to alleviating the food crisis in the nation and its effects on
Workers unload sacks of rice from a delivery truck along Dagupan Street in Tondo, Manila on January 22, 2024. MANILA, Philippines — Rice import arrivals have slowed down as
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