The project will focus on increasing rice production and productivity, bolstering income generation for farmers, and supporting climate-resilient agricultural practices.
By SANDRA SOKIAL KOTA KINABALU: In a move to address declining self-sufficiency and global food security challenges, the State Legislative Assembly passed the Agricultural
According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, rice exports in October reached 800,000 tonnes with a value of $505 million, bringing the total for the first 10
Jammu’s Basmati rice is used to cook Biryani, Pulao, Sweet-rice and other things and is exported to different countries as well. Jammu: Jammu is home to the
The onslaught from six storms caused at least US$131 million of crop losses, with rice bearing the brunt of the damage Bloomberg Six powerful storms late in the season that
The export of this grain to Africa rose to US$692.6 million in 2021 from $411 million in 2017. Rice typically accounts for 15-20 per cent of Việt Nam’s total exports to
Mubarak Zeb Khan ISLAMABAD: Exports of raw food items surged 21.73 per cent to $2.36 billion in July-October from $1.94bn in the corresponding period last year, according to data
The Philippines’ rice tariff collections hit an all-time high of just over P30 billion from January to October this year. The amount guarantees the bankrolling of the proposed
By: Dennis Atienza Maliwanag LOS BAÑOS, Philippines—The Philippines is on a path to self-sufficiency in rice production, with hybrid rice genotypes emerging as a critical
Dominique Nicole Flores – Philstar.com MANILA, Philippines — How much should rice prices be to ensure affordability for Filipinos while remaining fair to producers?
TOKYO: The average price of Japanese rice sold to wholesalers by suppliers in October struck a record high on rising production costs, government data showed Tuesday, despite
The quantum of PDS rice lost in distribution could have fed approximately 21.67 lakh families, if one is to go by the State’s traditional thumb rule of 20 kg of rice per family
The Government has decided to import up to 70,000 metric tonnes of Nadu Rice as a step to address the shortage of rice in the local market. Minister of Trade Wasantha
The Ministry of Health has recently issued a recall notice for a batch of basmati rice sold under the Gold Star brand. The reason for the recall is the presence of pesticides in
by Staff Writer COLOMBO (News 1st) – Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Co-operative Development Wasantha Samarasinghe announced that Sri Lanka will import
Commerce Ministry reports that export prices have risen by up to 24% in boost for farmers. The Commerce Ministry has announced an increase in Thai rice prices for 2024, with both
Thailand exported 8.37 million tonnes of rice in January-October, a year-on-year increase of 20%, according to the Ministry of Commerce. Bangkok (VNA) – Thailand exported 8.37
Reuters HAMBURG: Bangladesh’s state grains buyer has issued another international tender to purchase 50,000 metric tons of rice, traders said on Monday. The deadline for
By Janine Alexis Miguel DOMESTIC rice production is expected to fall below 19.4 million metric tons (MT) this year due to damage caused by successive typhoons, the Department of
Department takes ‘lenient view’ as they paid ₹17 lakh each per day as detention and demurrage charges for ships being held up. By Subramani Ra Mancombu The Indian Customs
Vietnamese exports have hit an unprecedented high, while vegetable and fruit exports brought $6.34 billion in the first 10 months of the year. The Ministry of Agriculture of Rural
Purchases so far in Nov up at 64.69 lakh tonnes against 62.35 a year ago. By Prabhudatta Mishra Over 5 per cent rise in rice procurement this month has helped the government to
It has offered to sell 50,000 tonnes at $471.60 a tonne CIF to Chattogram and Mongla ports. By Subramani Ra Mancombu New Delhi-based Sael Agri has offered the lowest quote in
By Adrian H. Halili, Reporter IMPORTERS are cornering much of the value from the lowering of rice tariffs, with prices not falling as much as they should have, a
The UKVFTA took effect on May 1, 2021, with a preferential tariff quota granted to Việt Nam at a tax rate of zero per cent, enabling UK buyers to have more choices of rice
Reuters BANGKOK: Thai rice exports were up 20% in the January to October period of 2024 compared to the same period a year earlier, the commerce ministry said on Monday. Thailand
Reuters HAMBURG: The lowest price offered in the tender from Bangladesh’s state grains buyer to purchase 50,000 metric tons of rice which closed on Monday was assessed at
Despite challenges in the global rice market, Vietnam’s is still on a right track to a new export volume record of over 8 million tonnes in 2024, surpassing last year’s
The action follows in the wake of similar reports of rice failing quality test in Nagaland, Karnataka, Assam and Arunachal Pradesh.Written by Kanchan Vasdev Days after rice
Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas – The Philippine Star MANILA, Philippines — The average mechanization level of the country’s rice farms could hit three horsepower per hectare
The Department of Agriculture said a retail price of around P42 per kilo for well-milled rice represents a “happy balance” that meets both the needs of Filipino consumers and
The paddy and rice prices seem to be a political game but can be sorted out to a greater extent based on more coherent policies, planning and implementation mechanisms. Paddy and
Rice imports from India resumed after a two-year hiatus, with the first shipment arriving through Benapole port last night. Three trucks carrying 105 tonnes of non-basmati rice
The Hindu Bureau Rice millers have reiterated their demand for removing rice from the ambit of the Goods and Service Tax (GST). D. Thulasingam, president, Federation of
By: Jordeene B. Lagare Despite solidifying its position as a leader in biotechnology in Southeast Asia, regulatory hurdles stemming from legal woes hampered the adoption of
Global New Light of Myanmar Indonesia is the top importer of Myanmar’s rice, with over 360,000 tonnes in the past seven months of the current financial year 2024-2025, beginning
HANOI (Reuters): Vietnam’s rice export prices dipped to their lowest in more than a year on concerns about Indonesian rice imports in the coming year, while India’s
Due to late commencement of milling, there is not enough room in government warehouses in Punjab to house the fresh crop as the national granary is already loaded with the last
Researcher Ravi Sankar Behera said shortage of food grains (rice) forced the women to consume mango kernel gruel. Express News Service BHUBANESWAR: In the wake of Mandipanka
Amin Ahmed ISLAMABAD: While rice cultivation area has increased by 29 per cent over the last 10 years, expanding production faces sustainability challenges, primarily due to its
Several workers employed in these factories welcome the establishment of such facilities. The Directorate of Industry and Commerce of Kunduz said that over the past three years,
Dr Adnan Arshad Rice is vital for Pakistan and India due to its role as a staple food, contributing to food security for millions. Additionally, it serves as a significant
The Hans India Hyderabad: Telangana registered big growth in the fine paddy variety production, and the State government’s announcement of a Rs 500 bonus for fine paddy
Rice millers see a ray of hope in the final outcome of a pilot project launched by the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, regarding change in uniform
Third shipment from state to be rejected | Pest infestation detected. Ruchika Khanna Tribune News Service As many as 18 wagons of rice, that left Punjab’s godowns earlier this
Cyrus Ademola The price of locally produced paddy rice is expected to surge by approximately 55% during the 2024/2025 season, exacerbating the already high cost of living, a new
With a jump in October, India’s overall rice export has increased by 5.27% to $6,171.35 million during April-October of the current financial year.Written by Harikishan Sharma
Reuters BENGALURU, MUMBAI, HANOI, BANGKOK AND BANGLADESH: Vietnam’s rice export prices dipped to their lowest in more than a year on concerns about Indonesian rice imports in
Recorder Report KARACHI: Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) has assured to facilitate rice traders to strengthen the rice exports to earn more foreign exchange. A
Abul Kashem & Shaikh Abdullah Food Secretary Md Masudul Hasan told TBS that by December, at least 2 lakh tonnes of rice will be imported through the private sector and
Kiên Giang Province is expected to harvest over 4.6 million tonnes of paddy this year, 200,000 tonnes higher than its target. KIÊN GIANG – Kiên Giang Province is expected to
Cultivation Area Shrinks to Lowest Since 1975 Amid Strategic Crop Initiatives. Statistics Korea released the “2024 Rice Production Survey Results” on Nov.
Importers have to directly sell the imported rice in sacks in the market instead of repackaging these goods with the imported companies. The government has asked the private
By: Jordeene B. Lagare Philippine rice imports are inching closer to the 4-million metric ton (MT) mark, already surpassing a previous record achieved in 2022, as a confluence of
Ministry says high price, new paddy deter traders. Despite approval for the import of 1.052 million metric tonnes of rice, letter of credits (LCs) to import only 9,500 metric
By Ghulam Abbas MoNFSR Secretary briefs NA’s Standing Committee on progress, confirming a thoroughly probe and will submit its findings shortlyISLAMABAD: The high-powered
PAKISTAN is seeking to increase its exports of rice to the Philippines if the latter commits to take up a guaranteed volume, its ambassador to Manila said. “We are the
With grain availability no longer an issue, it is time to move away from input intensive HYY varieties by tweaking subsidies in favour of environmentally friendly local varieties.
The official said export curbs on rice, wheat, and sugar impact agri exports to the tune of about $6-7 billion. Press Trust of India New Delhi The country’s agri exports
Major markets are Indonesia, Iraq The Commerce Ministry expects rice exports will increase to 9 million tonnes this year, generating revenue of US$6.4 billion, or 230 billion
By John Rey Saavedra CEBU CITY – The Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) will distribute drought-tolerant and submergence-tolerant rice varieties to Visayas
By Marita Moaje MANILA – The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Wednesday announced a price cut for rice sold under the Rice-for-All program to PHP42 per kilo from PHP43. In
By Mary Judaline Partlow. DUMAGUETE CITY – Following the launch of the Bagong Bayaning Magsasaka (BBM) rice program in Negros Oriental this week, the Department of
Mauritania received, on Tuesday November 13, a significant donation of 6,720 tons of rice from South Korea to support the World Food Programme (WFP) in its efforts to combat food
By Sarwell Meniano TACLOBAN CITY – Giant food firm TAO Corp. is introducing 100 percent hybrid rice production in two towns in Northern Samar after having verified the
By Hoai Anh A group of foreign tourists said they were excited to try harvesting rice in the northern mountainous province of Ha Giang with local residents regardless of
Although Vietnam’s rice exports have traditionally focused on Asian markets, experts have advised businesses to pay more attention to Africa which has emerged as a key potential
Five WTO members – Argentina, Australia, Canada, Ukraine and the US – have alleged that India provides excessive market support to wheat and rice which distorts global
Additional Chief Secretary, Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department Sumita Misra today held a meeting with officers of the food storage agencies. During the meeting,
Vietnam’s rice exports are set to hit a record 8.9 million tons in 2024, despite a decline in domestic production. This increase is largely due to heightened demand from
In October of this financial year 2024-2025, 424,784.27 tonnes of rice/broken rice were exported for US$189 million, which was the highest among seven months, according to the
By: Jordeene B. Lagare – The Philippines is expected to set a new record for rice imports this year and next, driven by growing demand from its increasing population. The
JAKARTA, Nov 11 (Reuters) -Indonesia may not import rice in 2025, Zulkifli Hasan, a senior minister overseeing food affairs, said on Monday. Indonesia’s rice output is
The jeera masino rice, which cost Rs1,600 per 25 kg, jumped to Rs2,500 after India’s export ban in July last year. Despite India lifting the rice export ban and removing the
Yamashita Kazuhito Agriculture expert Yamashita Kazuhito argues that the summer 2024 rice shortages in Japan were the result of government efforts to keep rice prices high by
AKIPRESS.COM – Rice import from Pakistan increased by more than 61% in 8 months of 2024, according to the National Statistics Committee. Kyrgyzstan imported 1,600 tons
Thailand has exported 7.45 million tonnes of rice during the first nine months, up 22.13% yoy. The Commerce Ministry expects that rice exports this year will rise to 9 million
TEHRAN – Director of Agriculture Ministry’s Wheat and Rice Plan Sohrab Sohrabi says using new cultivation methods has increased Iran’s rice production by 10 percent in
LAHORE: Secretary Agriculture Punjab Iftikhar Ali Sahoo on Saturday said that the department of agriculture Punjab has intensified its actions against the burning of rice straw.
The Punjab government promoted PR-126 to conserve groundwater, but experts argue that the rush to adopt this variety led to inadequate seed supply, allowing spurious and
By Adrian H. Halili, Reporter PHILIPPINE rice imports in 2025 will be driven by the expected decline in the production of palay (unmilled rice) this year, analysts said.
The central government has fixed an estimated target of 185 lakh tonnes for paddy procurement for the ongoing KMS (kharif marketing season) 2024-25 which will continue till
Farmers who have harvested the fragrant rice are happy despite drop in prices. By Prabhudatta Mishra Basmati farmers in Punjab are happy despite receiving prices lower than last
By Mayank Bhardwaj and Rajendra Jadhav NEW DELHI, Nov 8 (Reuters) – India’s rice inventories surged to an all-time high of 29.7 million metric tons in November,
Say they won’t accept paddy with even the slightest deviation from the norms. Ruchika Khanna / Tribune News Service The rejection of rice samples shipped from Punjab to several
The event was organised by the International Commodity Institute (ICI) and The Rice Trader (TRT) from the US. The Phnom Penh Post Cambodian fragrant rice has been selected once
Reuters MUMBAI/ HANOI /BANGKOK/BANGLADESH: Prices of rice exported from top hub India fell for a third straight week, hitting a 15-month low, due to rupee depreciation and
MANILA: The Embassy of Pakistan in Manila is pleased to announce that Pakistani rice exporter Fuad Garib has been awarded the Best Market Achievement Award at the World Rice
Chea Vanyuth / Khmer Times Cambodia has earned over $1.5 billion from paddy and milled rice exports in the first ten months of this year, a report from the Cambodia Rice
By: Jordeene B. Lagare The Philippines stands to benefit from the Indian government’s move to scrap the floor price on its rice exports as the recent development is expected to
Govt goes for bulk import as rice prices drop in international market. ANM Mohibub Uz Zaman When consumers are already grappled with soaring commodity prices, retail prices of all
CHATURANGA PRADEEP SAMARAWICKRAMA Colombo, November 7 (Daily Mirror) – The Small and Medium Scale Rice Mill Owners’ Association claimed today that the growing
He urges patience on inflation, says policies need time to show results. Senior Correspondent, bdnews24.com Governor Ahsan H Mansur has claimed that rice prices in Bangladesh
BR Research From a record performance of nearly four billion dollars during the last financial year, Pakistan’s rice exports are set to decline by more than a billion dollars
2 weeks ago, samples to Arunachal Pradesh found to be of poor quality. Ruchika Khanna / Tribune News Service In a big blow to Punjab, samples of rice grown and sent from the state
The government will pay higher prices to buy paddy and rice during the current Aman season, the harvest of which has already begun in rural areas. Amid rice prices edging up in
The Food Ministry has announced another tender for 50,000 tonnes set to open on November 18. By BL New Delhi Bureau In the first tender for the supply of 50,000 tonnes of
As there is a glut-like situation in mandis, commission agents in Kotkapura have asked farmers not to bring basmati to grain markets for the next one week. Not enough space Let
Rice production boosted by above normal rainfall on average during southwest monsoon season. Shagun Rice production in the 2024-25 Kharif season was estimated to hit a record high
On October 8, 2024, the European Commission approved four genetically engineered (GE) crops for food and animal feed. The four authorizations were published in the European
Area under paddy this year surged to record 43.37 million hectares (mh) from 40.73 mh year-ago. By BL New Delhi Bureau India’s rice production in 2024 kharif season is
By PRIME SARMIENTO in Hong Kong | China Daily Global Brunei has been keen to attract Chinese investment and strengthen bilateral cooperation, which is in line with the
Harlene Delgado, ABS-CBN News MANILA — The National Irrigation Administration has suggested changing the planting calendar for rice to minimize damage to crops due to
Vietnam is rapidly increasing rice imports as global prices hit a low point, making October’s import bill nearly 3.3 times higher than last year’s. Preliminary statistics from
Thai rice exporters are bracing for increased competition as India’s decision to lift its export restrictions threatens to drive down global prices, the Rice Exporters
Cotton output is estimated lower at 29.92 million bales (170 kg each) against 32.52 million bales, while jute/mesta production may fall to 8.45 million bales (180 kg each) from
The government has allocated 369,000 tonne of wheat and 291,000 tonne of rice from the Food Corporation of India (FCI) for the phase-2 retail intervention under the Price
Reuters HAMBURG: Bangladesh’s state grains buyer has issued an international tender to purchase 50,000 metric tons of rice, traders said on Tuesday. The deadline for
Alfida Rizky Febrianna Jakarta. Indonesia is planning to import 1 million tons of rice no later than end-2024, according to Chief Food Affairs Minister Zulkifli Hasan on
The ministry has concluded that a delay in grasping the actual situation regarding rice shortages at stores as well as in disseminating information to consumers and distributors
Oluwatosin Ogunjuyigbe The average price of imported high-quality loose rice has risen dramatically by 144.77 per cent over the past year, while the Federal Government delayed
By Janine Alexis Miguel RICE production likely fell in the third quarter due to a series of storms that hit the country over the July-September period, the Department of
TRN Online Kathmandu, Nov 4: This year, rice production may decrease due to adverse weather conditions during the harvest season. The Ministry of Agriculture
Synopsis Bangladesh received a lowest offer of $477 per tonne for 50,000 tonnes of rice from India in a tender aimed at securing supplies after devastating floods. While the offer
Việt Nam exported 800,000 tonnes of rice for US$505 million in October, bringing the ten-month total to 7.8 million tonnes worth $4.86 billion, up 10.2 per cent in volume and
By Ashitha Shivaprasad MUMBAI/BANGLADESH/BANGKOK/HANOI- Rice export prices in India extended losses this week to hit their lowest level in 15 months, due to depreciation in the
Over the weekend, Western Cluster Liberia Ltd. conducted its first rice harvest project in Tubmanburg, Bomi County, as part of a seed multiplication initiative aimed at benefiting
Jakarta (ANTARA) – Head of the National Food Agency (Bapanas) Arief Prasetyo Adi is pushing for the use of superior rice seeds to boost productivity in supporting the
Delayed paddy lifting lowers crop moisture in the standing paddy crop, which could potentially lead to lower yield. It also raises concerns about farm fires. Written by Anju
Punjab Agricutlutre department officials said that there should be quality and price control while the private companies are selling these hybrid seeds in Punjab. Written by Anju
By Khaosod English BANGKOK — Thailand exported 7,448,941 tons of rice worth 172.019 billion baht in the first nine months of 2024 (January-September), an increase of 22 percent
Jakarta (ANTARA) – Coordinating Minister for Food Affairs Zulkifli Hasan and President Director of State Logistics Agency (Bulog) Wahyu Suparyono ensured that rice stocks
By Zhu Xingxin and Zhou Huiying Dong Qi, an agricultural expert, was thrilled to reap a batch of upland rice in a special experimental field in the Jinzhong National Agricultural
The NBR reduced the import tax on rice from 62.5% to 2% through two separate statutory regulatory orders (SROs) on 20 October and 31 October. The National Board of Revenue (NBR)
Vietnam continues to assert its dominance as the top rice exporter to the Philippines, with 2.91 million tonnes shipped as of the late October, or over 79% of the
To bolster food security and ensure that rice remains accessible to the general population, the National Board of Revenue (NBR) has announced withdrawal of import duty and
The lowest price offered in the international tender from Indonesian state purchasing agency Bulog to buy about 500,000 metric tonnes of rice was estimated at $479 a tonne cost
Indonesia is considering the import of 1 million tonnes of rice from India next year to ensure supply until its main harvest, Coordinating Minister for Food Affairs Zulkifli Hasan
Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha . Dhaka The National Board of Revenue has lifted all import and regulatory duties on rice to ensure food security and control prices for the common
The purchases were 48 per cent lower at 20.7 lt in until October 15, whereas in the second fortnight over 63 lt rice was procured by the Centre. By Prabhudatta Mishra A big jump
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