The process will roll out in phases, beginning in western Uttar Pradesh and extending to the eastern districts later in the month, according to an official statement Press Trust
MUMBAI: India on Friday reduced export duty on parboiled rice to 10% from 20% earlier, the government said in a notification, as inventories in the world’s biggest exporter of
As globalisation impacts everything, food choices everywhere are liberalising — and the potential of Basmati rice as a major export product to South-East Asian nations is yet to
Water has become the most crucial limiting factor for Pakistan’s agricultural growth. Despite the availability of millions of acres of barren land, particularly in Balochistan
The narrow window between paddy harvesting and sowing of wheat is at the root of farm fires in Punjab and Haryana. Here’s why that happens, and how a new rice variety could
Rizwan Bhatti KARACHI: With the removal of the Minimum Export Price (MEP), Pakistani rice traders can now export without price restrictions, enabling them to better compete with
Thailand and Pakistan are the other major rice exporters to the UAE, which is the world’s largest re-exporter of rice. by Waheed Abbas Non-basmati rice prices are expected to
Our Correspondent THATTA: Traders have been accused of setting rice prices at will, exploiting local farmers and causing widespread discontent among the community. Farmers from
Turmoil in market already impacted by poor harvest drives up costs for restaurants. JUMPEI KINEFUCHI, YUI SATO and FUMIKA NAKASHIMA, Nikkei staff writers TOKYO — The price
The export ban had come amid a marginal dip in rice production and the looming threat of an erratic monsoon last year. What is the situation this year? What is India’s
India’s exports were bigger than the combined shipments of the world’s next four biggest exporters: Thailand, Vietnam, Pakistan and the United States. India has
The state government had requested the centre to shift 20 lakh MT of rice and wheat out of the state otherwise it could create law and order problems during ensuring procurement
The Hindu Bureau Representatives from farmers’ associations from several southern States have expressed strong opposition to the introduction of genetically modified (GM) crops
Jayatri Nag, ET Bureau Synopsis: India has lifted its ban on the export of non-basmati white rice, a move welcomed by exporters in West Bengal. The government also reduced the
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan removed a floor price for rice exports on Friday, the country’s commerce ministry said, following a similar move by neighbouring India. The Ministry of
But India imposed a minimum export price of $490 per tonne. India today withdrew the blanket ban on export of non-basmati white rice with immediate effect but imposed a minimum
Delhi to resume non-basmati rice exports as it seeks to expand world market share. NEW DELHI – India is preparing to resume exports of non-basmati white rice as inventories
The sight of farmers throwing the basmati produce leaves city residents shocked. Manmeet Singh Gill ,Tribune News Service Anguished over the abysmally low prices being offered to
The move has amended the export policy for non-basmati white rice (semi-milled or wholly milled rice, whether polished or gazed).Written By Nikita Prasad The government on
By Shahmir Kazi Pakistan’s rice exports have emerged as a beacon of hope for the country’s struggling economy, with an approximate 78 percent surge in FY23-24. This
Traditional rice farming presents significant environmental challenges. Practices like burning leftover straw after harvest and submerging fields throughout the growing season
Mizzima The Myanmar Rice Federation (MRF) said that country had no concerns over food security as they had enough rice stocks in hand despite about 5,000 acres of rice farmlands
Thai rice export prices fell to a 14-month low this week due to pressure from weak demand and competition from other rice exporting countries, while Indian price rose slightly on
Web Desk ISLAMABAD: The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has approved the acquisition of a 50 percent shareholding in Fatima Euricom Rice Mills (Pvt) Ltd by Euricom
Deal signals growing foreign investment in Pakistan’s agri-business sector and aims to boost rice exports By News Desk The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has approved
BENGALURU/MUMBAI/BANGKOK/HANOI AND BANGLADESH: Thai rice export prices fell to a more-than-one-year low this week pressured by quiet demand and competition from cheaper rivals,
By SHAO XINYING | China Daily Global Japan has been grappling with soaring rice prices amid a shortage of the staple grain in recent months due to myriad reasons including bad
The Korean Peasant League (KPL), the Korean Women Peasants’ Association (KWPA), and other farm unions are urging the government to declare the brown planthopper infestation as a
Story by Mayank Bhardwaj and Rajendra Jadhav. By Mayank Bhardwaj and Rajendra Jadhav NEW DELHI/MUMBAI (Reuters) – India’s decision to remove the floor price for
It upholds Italy’s objection to Islamabad’s application for Protected Geographical Indication status for the fragrant rice. By Subramani Ra Mancombu The European Commission
Scientists from IRRI and UC Davis have developed a novel approach to manipulate the rice phytobiome, enhancing rice resilience and productivity amid climate change. Their research
Synopsis The Mizoram government has procured 1,379.34 metric tonnes of rice from FCI godowns for over 44,000 refugees from Manipur, Myanmar, and Bangladesh. The Ministry of Home
By Eric Ralls Earth.com staff writer With climate change and limited resources creating tough challenges, researchers are trying out different methods to improve agricultural
In 2022-23, Telangana produced 158.77 LMT of rice and stood in second place. Manda Ravinder Reddy HYDERABAD: Telangana registered a record in rice production during 2023-24,
By Wandile Sihlobo Disruptions in major grain supplies always give rise to fears of food insecurity. In July 2023, India sparked fresh concerns as the world was adjusting to the
Consumer behavior around food production remains largely disconnected from how the food they consume is actually grown. “The majority of the market is completely unaware of
FP Explainers Japan, which recorded its lowest inventory of rice since 1999 in June, last month witnessed panic buying of its staple. Japan’s officials have blamed hot weather
By TED CORDERO, GMA Integrated News The Department of Agriculture’s (DA) proposal to have a buffer fund it can use to procure rice and other critical agricultural commodities
News Provided By: TBRC Business Research Pvt Ltd. LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 24, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — The rice market has experienced robust
In the past, whatever government that secured power, focussed on providing subsidised fertilizer, pesticides and other inputs apart from waiving farmers’ loans and
By India Education Diary Bureau Admin Direct Seeded Rice technology is effective rice production technology for farmers of Eastern India under changing climate: Dr Gary Atlin An
Third Anne Peralta-Malonzo AGRICULTURE Secretary Francisco Tiu-Laurel expressed confidence that the price of rice will go down to P45 per kilo by January 2025. In a press
By Kristina Maralit PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed optimism on Tuesday that the cost of rice would stabilize consistent with current prices in Southeast Asia. “So,
By Susan Reidy SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA, US — A delegation led by the Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries (MAFF) toured the US rice supply chain as part of
byTheodora Stankova Farmers in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta are set to receive nearly $40 million (1,000 billion VND) in carbon credit payments through the country’s
By Reuters Synopsis India’s removal of the floor price for basmati rice exports is expected to boost orders from the Middle East, Europe, and the Americas. This policy
Discover Hidden Traces of Rice Terraces, a breathtaking nighttime digital art experience in Ibaraki, Japan, transforming nature into immersive art. A groundbreaking new art
Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Trần Thanh Nam met with a World Bank (WB) delegation to discuss preparations for signing the Emission Reduction Payment
By Akemi TerukinaBloomberg Bags of rice are expected to start filling the shelves of Japan’s supermarkets again soon as farmers harvest their new crop, though the increase in
India and Pakistan are the only growers of premium-grade basmati rice, and the Indian restrictions helped Pakistan gain market share in some categories. Reuters NEW DELHI/ MUMBAI
HAMBURG: The lowest price offered in the international tender from Indonesian state purchasing agency Bulog buy about 450,000 metric tons of rice was estimated at $539.30 a ton
Pia Gutierrez, ABS-CBN News MANILA (UPDATED) — Several rice importers over the weekend pulled out at least 300 containers of rice left abandoned at the Manila
Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Tran Thanh Nam on September 23 met with a World Bank (WB) delegation to discuss preparations for signing the Emission
Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas – The Philippine Star MANILA, Philippines — The government has collected at least P25 billion in tariffs from over 2.8 million metric tons (MT)
According to the Directorate General of Commercial Intelligence and Statistics, rice exports in the first five months of the current fiscal dropped by 6.64% to $ 4.42 billion on
By Monitoring Desk LAHORE: The Indian government’s recent move to eliminate the minimum export price for basmati rice and relax restrictions on non-basmati rice exports has left
The price of rice and paddy in Thailand has experienced a significant decline in recent months, driven by a combination of global market factors and the strengthening Thai baht.
Written by Anju Agnihotri Chaba Krishan, along with his younger brothers, Gopal and Stapal, manages 50 acres —22 acres of joint family land and 28 acres on rent in Bhullan
Competitive pricing threatens Pakistan’s $3.9b rice export market. SHAHRAM HAQ LAHORE: The recent decision by the Indian government to remove the floor price for basmati
By ProPK Staff Pakistan’s rice exports during the first two months of the current financial year (FY25) increased by 98.58 percent as compared to the exports of the
CM Solarization Program Another great news for the farmers of Punjab is the decision of Chief Minister Punjab, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, to start the CM Solarization Program.
DOMESTIC RICE PRICES are likely to decline further with the entry of more imports under lowered tariffs, the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) said. “There’s
Bob Scott Thailand’s rice exports are teetering on the edge of crisis with looming threats from a strong baht and potential policy changes in India. The Thai Rice
Agricultural officials have proposed using straw for mushroom cultivation, livestock feed and fertiliser, but a more comprehensive economic plan is needed to manage this resource
By: Jordeene B. Lagare The government is targeting to assist some 50,000 rice farmers this dry cropping season under a new program that offers low-cost credit and market support,
Mushtaq Ghumman ISLAMABAD: The period of a massive boost to Pakistan’s rice exports is over after the Indian government’s decision to remove the floor price of Basmati rice
Synopsis Six countries, including the US, UK, and Japan, have asked India about its plans to lift or ease the ban on non-basmati white rice exports. At the WTO, Japan also
Strong baht and more competition from India expected to affect sales. Thailand’s rice exports are likely to total less than 8 million tonnes next year based on a host
Thailand’s rice exports rose 21.97% in the first seven months of 2024 compared to a year earlier, driven by rising global demand as rice-importing countries seek to secure
Exclusive: Unlike the EU, Great Britain has slashed protections for scores of food types. The amount of pesticide residue allowed on scores of food types in England, Wales and
Neha Raj India, the world’s largest rice exporter, is contemplating easing restrictions on non- basmati rice exports. This move comes shortly after the country removed the
AR rice industry donates 284K pounds of rice to state food bank Eric Tyler (photo credit: AR Rice) September is National Rice Month and Hunger Action Month. On Wednesday, in
KD Trading, a logistic company run by two Vietnamese-Canadians, has become the sole partner to distribute ST25 rice (Mr. Cua’s rice) in the Canadian market. Ottawa
Chandigarh. The Punjab Rice Millers Association has called for the Inclusion of its input in the state’s draft agriculture policy, particularly regarding the proposed phase
By Rakesh Sharma NEW DELHI: India is considering relaxing curbs on overseas sales of non-basmati rice, days after scrapping a floor price for exports of a premium grade,
By TED CORDERO, GMA Integrated News Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. on Wednesday said the full impact of the reduction in the tariff rate for imported rice would be
UNB . Dhaka The government will import 200,000 metric tonnes of rice and 400,000 metric tonnes of wheat within 15 days. The Advisory Committee on Economic Affairs (ACEA), in a
By: Antoinette Grajeda Members of the state’s rice industry donated nearly 284,500 pounds of rice to the Arkansas Food Bank Wednesday to mark National Rice Month. The
Shoppers in Japan have been facing rice shortages at retailers as the average wholesale price rose sharply in August to its highest level for the month. The agriculture ministry
The government is mulling lifting the ban on export of certain varieties of non-basmati rice, Food Secretary Sanjeev Chopra said on Wednesday. Press Trust of India New Delhi The
Pragti Negi The method of using an agricultural production system that utilizes crop rotation, compost, green manure, and biological pest control for the production of crops,
Synopsis India is considering easing restrictions on non-basmati rice exports as inventories surge and a new crop is set to be harvested. This move follows recent measures to
– Paddy cultivation has increased the most in Telangana.– The farmers are planting rice crops and getting less profit.– Rice crop which does not have much
By Vietnam News Agency Vietnam’s rice exports are expected to reach a record turnover of about $5 billion this year, as high demand from many large and traditional markets,
Area under paddy exceeds normal acreage, prospects for rabi look good. By Vishwanath Kulkarni Amidst prospects of a record rice harvest, exporters are looking forward to
ANI New Delhi [India], September 17 (ANI): India has stepped up to support Namibia to boost their food security. A shipment of 1000 metric tons of rice has departed from
Mushtaq Ghumman ISLAMABAD: The Commerce Ministry is to informally blacklist those Sri Lankan companies that defaulted in payment to Pakistani rice exporters by disallowing
Amjad Mahmood LAHORE: Pakistan has, perhaps for the first time, touched the mark of $3.89 billion in earnings from rice exports, which were made possible mainly due to favourable
This reduction is primarily due to the recent challenges related to water resources as a result of climate change and unprecedented increase in temperatures, the official said
Following its record-breaking export of 375,000 tonnes of premium basmati rice in 2023, Golden Grain is now on track to export 500,000 MT in 2024. Golden Grain Rice, a brand
The Union Government has decided to remove the minimum export price (MEP) thresholds on the export of basmati rice, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry said in a statement on
Synopsis Shares of rice companies like KRBL, LT Foods, and Kohinoor Foods surged up to 15% on BSE after the government removed the $950/tonne minimum export price for basmati
By Vietnam News Agency Thai rice prices fell to their lowest in over a year as bidders were forced to reduce their high prices in a recent auction held by Indonesia, while Indian
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said last month that consumers would feel the impact of tariff reduction by October as traders were still disposing of their old
In a significant move to enhance the export of Basmati rice, a premier Geographical Indication (GI) variety of India, the Government of India has announced the removal of the
India, the largest rice exporter globally, has been limiting rice exports to curb domestic food inflation, which led to a significant decline in rice shipments. Mahima Vachhrajani
Shares of Indian rice companies surge on report of government removing floor price for basmati rice exports This will help boost overseas sales of the premium grade and
By Daniel Adaji The sale of subsidised rice to the general public begins today (Monday), an official of the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security stated on
Designer compost, selectively enriched in rice-growth-promoting microorganisms, could allow sustainable rice cultivation. Beneficial microbes in the soil of rice paddies could be
By Mayank Bhardwaj NEW DELHI, Sept 13 (Reuters) – India removed a floor price for basmati rice exports on Friday, according to a government order, to help farmers
The Ministry of Agriculture and Waterways, in collaboration with China Aid-Fiji is working on revitalising rice farming in the Serua and Namosi provinces. Senior Agriculture
They offer a cost-effective, environmentally friendly, and reliable alternative to traditional diesel-powered machinery. By Kaustubh Dhonde The agricultural sector has
High tech and age-old agricultural traditions are being used to reverse the decline in one of Japan’s top rice-growing regions. More than four centuries of agricultural
BEING an agrarian economy, Pakistan has one of the world’s best food baskets that provides a variety of crops to feed 250 million people. The sector is a source of raw material
By: Zacarian Sarao – Reporter MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. wished that the lives of Filipino farmers would improve with the help of the various
by: Neale Zeringue STUTTGART, Ark. – While Arkansas farmers would have loved the precipitation from Francine during the growing season, it’s been a headache during harvest.
by Tractor Junction The Basmati Rice crop is likely to grow by 15-20% this year due to farmers planting more land with good rains. The All India Rice
Thai bidders lose out to other exporters in Indonesian auction. Thai rice prices fell to their lowest level in over a year as bidders were forced to reduce their high
James Whitehead / Khmer Times The Cambodian agro-processing sector is growing in leaps and bounds in recent periods, and playing a critical role in enhancing the value of
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) and the World Bank are discussing a method on how to pay rice farmers for carbon credits. The Department of Crop
BENGALURU/ MUMBAI/ BANGKOK/HANOI AND BANGLADESH: Thai prices fell to their lowest level in over a year as bidders were forced to reduce their high prices in a recent auction held
Juergen Eckhardt Juergen Eckhardt leads Bayer’s impact investment unit, Leaps by Bayer. The farmers in Italy needed help, remembers Vittoria Brambilla, a plant scientist at the
Ministry spokesman Khim Finan emphasised the financial advantages of homegrown rice strains such as the fragrant Sen Kra-Ob over imported varieties like OM rice from Vietnam. Hong
By VNA Rice imports to the Philippines amounted to 2.8 million metric tonnes (MT) during the first 8 months of this year, 19% higher than he same period last year, data from
James Whitehead / Khmer Times Australia assured Cambodia that it would support the sustainable development and growth of the Kingdom’s rice sector production and assist
HANOI, Sept 11 (Reuters) -Vietnam’s rice exports in August rose 13.3% from the previous month to 851,079 metric tons, customs data released on Wednesday showed. Rice
Litia Cava Multimedia Journalist The Ministry of Agriculture with support from China is tackling the decline in rice production that has resulted from rural-to-urban migration and
By Our Correspondent KARACHI: Sindh Governor Muhammad Kamran Khan Tessori praised Pakistan’s rice export trade, noting the impressive $4 billion mark achieved in FY 2023-24
Governor Tessori announces major honors for Rahim JanooStaffReporterKarachi: Governor Sindh, Muhammad Kamran Khan Tessori lauded Pakistan’s rice exporters for hitting the $4
Instead of recruiting a large labour base to carry out transplanting work, in the absence of standing water, DSR allows machinery to enter the paddy including sowing machines. By
A regional forum on low-emission rice farming kicked off in Hanoi on September 9, aiming to promote cooperation, build consensus, and seek viable solutions to address challenges
What you need to know: In Kigali, Rwanda Kenya has an estimated annual rice deficit of 770,000 metric tonnes with the growing appetite for the popular staple by households far
Islamabad imported 14,000 tonnes of hybrid paddy seeds from Beijing, which is also working research trials in the neighbouring nation. By Subramani Ra Mancombu The “needle
Vishwanath Kulkarni Prospects for the basmati crop this year are projected to be good on increase in acreages and the crop size is likely to be higher by 15-20 per cent over last
By Temitope Aina The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, recently visited WACOT Rice Limited’s advanced 250,000 metric tonnes rice
Rice farmers in Yesan county, South Chungcheong, plow paddies on Thursday. [YONHAP] Rice farmers in Yesan county, South Chungcheong, plow paddies on Thursday. [YONHAP]Rice
Bella Cariaso MANILA, Philippines — The P7 per kilo drop in rice prices in October is not possible amid the spike in the prices of imported rice from Vietnam where the bulk of
By Beatriz Marie D. Cruz, Reporter RICE INFLATION may further cool in the coming months once India relaxes a ban on exports, analysts said. “India may reconsider
By Gurpreet Singh Nibber Indian exporters have been struggling to sell their produce in the international market due to the high MEP of $950 a tonne, the association said. The
KARACHI – Governor Kamran Khan Tessori on Sunday hailed the achievement of rice exports reaching $4 billion in the current fiscal year as a significant
The Rice Department wants to increase the profile of Thai rice on the global stage, by promoting unique strains with certified, geographical indication (GI) labels to a wider
By Daniel Adaji Nigerians in the Federal Capital Territory are struggling to locate the sales points for the N40,000 subsidised rice that was officially launched by the Federal
As climate change and unusual environmental phenomena pose significant threats to the environment and daily life, Vietnam is taking decisive action to mitigate these effects by
Volume during the period rose 19% to 19.17 lakh tonnes By Vishwanath Kulkarni India’s basmati rice exports increased by nearly 15 per cent during the April-July period of the
Dublin, Sept. 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Vietnam Rice Export Research Report 2024-2033” report has been added
Empty shelves blamed on government’s policy of limiting production, tourist influx and extreme weather. Leo Lewis in Tokyo Japan has emerged from its hottest summer to its
Heat wave and domestic demand also contribute to shortages and price hikes. Nikkei staff writers TOKYO — The demand for rice in Japan has increased for the first time in a
To cushion the effects of rising food prices, the Federal Government yesterday kicked off the sale of 30,000 metric tons of milled rice at a subsidised rate of N40,000
By Daniel Adaji The Federal Government has commenced the sale of 30,000 metric tonnes of subsidised milled rice to Nigerians at the rate of N40,000 per bag. It started the
Vietnam has strengthened its position as a global rice exporter as surging prices and volumes propel the country towards a projected record-breaking eight million tonnes of
According to the Punjab government, an estimated 19.52 million tonnes of paddy straw is likely to be generated during the harvest season this winter. Of this, 12.7 million tonnes
After the recent floods, which claimed at least 71 lives, it is evident that a long, painful rebuilding process awaits affected communities even if they are not out of the woods
Sustainable rice farming models in Mekong Delta localities have delivered promising results, taking strides toward more eco-friendly and profitable agriculture, the Ministry of
By VNA Vietnam exported 6.16 million tons of rice worth nearly US$3.85 billion in the first eight months of this year, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD)
By Stephanie Sevillano MANILA – The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Wednesday assured a stable supply of rice and food in the country as agricultural damage looms to
Basmati farmers have demanded government to keep a tab on traders who purchase rice at lower rates and sell to customers at much higher rates. Written by Anju Agnihotri Chaba
HANOI: Vietnam exported 6.16 million tonness of rice in the first eight months of this year, up 5.9 per cent year on year, Vietnam News has reported, citing the Ministry of
Rice availability will not be affected, say government sources, as very good rice crop is expected. Surabhi The government could take a call on withdrawing the export ban on rice
Applauds strides made by India in agriculture By BL New Delhi Bureau Global seeds and pesticides major Syngenta has launched a programme titled ‘I-RISE’ (Inculcating Rural
ISLAMABAD: The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations have trained farmers from Punjab and Sindh to
Rico Osmeña The Department of Agriculture in Central Visayas (DA-7) yesterday bared that it had extended Rice Farmers Financial Assistance (RFFA) of P5,000 to 68,000 farmers as
By Nef Luczon CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – The provincial government of Misamis Occidental issued fertilizer vouchers to 2,180 rice farmers in Plaridel town on Tuesday. Governor
Rico Osmeña The Department of Agriculture in Central Visayas (DA-7) announced on 2 September 2024 that it has provided Rice Farmers Financial Assistance (RFFA) to 68,000 farmers,
Rice traders have told Indian authorities their exports are becoming uncompetitive against Pakistan in terms of price. Biman Mukherji India, the world’s top rice exporter, is
ANI New Delhi [India], September 2 (ANI): The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, in
India and Pakistan, the only growers of basmati, both try to promote the premium grade of rice in a manner similar to French Champagne or Darjeeling tea. Indian authorities need
SEJONG, Sept. 3 (Korea Bizwire) — South Korea’s exports of food products over the first eight months of 2024 increased 8.7 percent from a year earlier on the back of
Lamentations in Omor, Anambra’s agrarian community where wasted produce could feed millions of Nigerians. From Emmanuel Uzor, Awka Omor community in Anyamelum
WXPR | By John Burton, The DNR reports a below average wild rice harvest in northern Wisconsin so far this year. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources announced
With wheat facing production challenges amid rising consumption, and rice seeing a surplus problem, the two cereals have become grains apart. Written by Harish Damodaran Most
Monika Shifotoka, IAEA Office of Public Information and Communication. To achieve sustainable rice production and food security in the region, farmers in six Asian countries have
To curb rise in prices and improve domestic supplies, in September last year the government had banned exports of white rice and subsequently had imposed a 20% export duty on
The case before the apex court is that the ban by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade is arbitrary, unconstitutional, and beyond its authority. CHARU SINGH Some of
The Mainichi Shimbun answers some common questions readers may have about why the price of rice has risen so steeply in Japan recently. Question: Rice prices are rising,
This development comes on the heels of successful potato exports to the UAE and Syria earlier this year, with further exports to these and other Gulf countries anticipated. Dr.