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March 2026 - Rice News Today

Thailand rice expo...

Shafaq News- Baghdad Thailand is facing growing pressure on its rice exports due to rising costs and global stockpiles, with Iraq emerging as one of the key importers affected by

READ March 31, 2026
Rice exports crisi...

By Megha Bajaj Today’s Top rice news includes the disruption of Rice Exports to Iraq due to the shipping crisis, the Philippines’ plan of a 30-day rice price cap and

READ March 31, 2026
Indonesia Rice Res...

Antara, Endang Mulyani Jakarta. Indonesia’s government rice reserves reached a record 4.3 million tons as of March 2026 as authorities ramped up domestic procurement

READ March 31, 2026
Australia-EU FTA d...

The GI tag gives a country the right to market a produce as exclusively grown within its borders in certain specific regions. By Subramani Ra Mancombu Last week, Australia and

READ March 30, 2026
Việt Nam’s rice ex...

Vietnamese fragrant rice, including 100 per cent broken rice, is widely available in Senegalese supermarkets in 5kg and 25kg packs, retailing at around US$1.3 per kg. HÀ NỘI

READ March 30, 2026
India moves to ass...

India’s government is stepping up to help basmati rice exporters, who have been hit hard by the West Asia conflict.With freight rates shooting up and containers in short

READ March 30, 2026
Various initiative...

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: The Ministry of Primary Resources and Tourism (MPRT), through the Department of Agriculture and Agrifood, continues to implement various initiatives to

READ March 30, 2026
Gov’t ensure...

Jakarta (ANTARA) – The Agriculture Ministry, together with the West Java Provincial Government, has ensured that rice production remains optimal through anticipatory

READ March 30, 2026
Subsidized rice pr...

By: Joey A. Gabieta – Correspondent TACLOBAN CITY, LEYTE, Philippines — At least 5,000 residents in Palo town, Leyte, benefited from the expanded rollout of the

READ March 30, 2026
Bhutan’s rice bowl...

Rising temperatures and water scarcity threaten Punakha’s fragile rice sector. Chencho Dema – Kuensel THIMPHU – The country’s rice bowl, Punakha, is warming

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Imee Marcos critic...

By Dhel Nazario Senator Imee Marcos expressed concern over the use of imported rice for the government’s “P20 rice” program despite the ongoing harvest season and the

READ March 30, 2026
DA starts safeguar...

Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas – The Philippine Star  MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) has initiated an investigation on preliminary safeguard measures

READ March 30, 2026
Pakistan temporari...

Three-month waiver on bank guarantees, credit letters covers rice, seafood, pharmaceuticals among other commodities Usama Iqbal ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Commerce has approved a

READ March 29, 2026
MRF talks focus on...

Global New Light of Myanmar For farmers and rice mills to receive fuel to operate farming machinery, the Myanmar Rice Federation discussed during its annual general meeting held

READ March 29, 2026
Shipping crisis ha...

Shafaq News- Baghdad Surging freight rates and a shortage of containers have disrupted global rice trade, with shipments to Iraq from Asia now halted, according to S&P

READ March 29, 2026
Japan’s rice produ...

By John Reidy TOKYO, JAPAN — The rice harvest in Japan is expected to yield 7.38 million tonnes in marketing year 2026-27, a 1.5% decline from 2025-26 for the staple crop that

READ March 28, 2026
A war we did not s...

Md Kawsar Uddin No one in Bangladesh voted for the war. No one here had any say in whether the United States and Israel should attack Iran on February 28. Yet, as revealed by

READ March 28, 2026
USA Rice Strengthe...

TAIPEI, TAIWAN – The Taiwan Chef Association, an affiliate of the World Association of Chefs Societies (Worldchefs), is a leading professional body representing chefs across

READ March 28, 2026
Vietnam steps up r...

Effective utilisation of free trade agreements (FTAs) has also been identified as a key solution to expand export markets. Amid heightened volatility in the global rice market

READ March 28, 2026
Japan’s Rice...

By Kim Su-ho Farm-gate rice prices in South Korea hit a record high of 58,000 won per 20 kilograms last year. The surge boosted net income for rice farmers by nearly 58% in a

READ March 28, 2026
Kakinada port anch...

India’s rice export activity remains heavily concentrated at Kakinada, with the port continuing to anchor shipment flows amid a strong pipeline and sustained demand from

READ March 28, 2026
DA gets price coun...

By TED CORDERO, GMA Integrated News The Department of Agriculture (DA) has secured the backing of the National Price Coordinating Council (NPCC) to impose a cap on the retail

READ March 28, 2026
Global Rice Prices...

Thai exporters face a 15% surge in costs due to Middle East conflict, while a “mammoth” Indian stockpile prevents a spike in global market prices. Despite escalating

READ March 27, 2026
Basmati rice deman...

Rahul Suri, CMD, Aeroplane Basmati says higher logistics costs are being passed on without impacting availability, while exports remain stable after brief disruptions. With a weak

READ March 27, 2026
Senegal emerges as...

Song Hà By 2026, Senegal’s rice imports are projected to hit 1.5 million tons, accounting for 70% of total market demand. Key suppliers include Vietnam, India, Thailand,

READ March 26, 2026
Residents brave lo...

By: Willamor A. Magbanua  KIDAPAWAN CITY, Cotabato- Hundreds of residents here braved a long queue on Thursday to avail of the government’s cheap rice. The people

READ March 26, 2026
Indonesia ramps up...

Bernama Measures are in place to safeguard supply and stabilise prices amid risks of a prolonged drought expected in April. JAKARTA: Indonesia is strengthening its national food

READ March 26, 2026
Vietnam rice expor...

Source: Xinhua, Editor: huaxia HANOI, March 25 (Xinhua) — Vietnam’s rice exports are facing disruptions as tensions in the Middle East drive up shipping costs and

READ March 26, 2026
Telangana Rice Exp...

Telangana rice exports have received a major boost as the state signed a government-to-government (G2G) agreement with the Philippines, turning a surplus rice crisis into a

READ March 26, 2026
China’s GMO reject...

Experts wonder on the possibility of such a rejection as India does not grow any GM food. By Prabhudatta Mishra Exporters and experts have expressed ‘surprise’ over rejection

READ March 26, 2026
China rejects 3 In...

The rejection comes despite prior-shipment certification by a Chinese agency and India not growing any GM food crop. By Prabhudatta Mishra China has turned away three shipments of

READ March 25, 2026
China rejects rice...

Rejec­tion comes des­pite prior-ship­ment cer­ti­fic­a­tion by Chinese agency. BusinessLine (Chennai) – Prab­hud­atta Mishra New Delhi New Delhi China has turned

READ March 25, 2026
Asia rice: Top exp...

Reuters BENGALURU, MUMBAI, HANOI BANGKOK, AND DHAKA: Indian rice export prices fell this week as the rupee depreciated, while export activity in major Asian hubs including Vietnam

READ March 25, 2026
Vietnam exports 1....

Song Hà Total export revenue reaching $826.2 million. Vietnam exported around 1.74 million tons of rice as of March 15, earning $826.2 million, according to the Ministry of

READ March 25, 2026
EU FTA holds some ...

Grain Central PARTS of the grains and oilseeds sector, along with value-added industries including ethanol and wheat gluten, are set to benefit from the Australia–European Union

READ March 25, 2026
India: IR64 5% par...

Export FOB prices for IR64 5% parboiled rice declined across most loading ports week-on-week, extending the downtrend in Indias export market. Kakinada prices fell to $346/t from

READ March 25, 2026
Summer crop acreag...

As on 24 March, the total sown area was at 4.27 million hectares, down from 4.37 million a year ago. The season’s sowing is still in progress. Last year, summer crop acreage

READ March 25, 2026
Japan to finish ri...

(Mainichi Japan) TOKYO — The distribution of all government rice reserves released under negotiated contracts will be completed by the end of March, about six months later

READ March 25, 2026
Vietnam looks to b...

VOV.VN – Vietnamese rice exports in 2026 face both opportunities and challenges due to global market volatility, rising logistics costs, and competition from major exporters

READ March 25, 2026
Việt Nam rice expo...

Rising freight costs and shipping delays linked to escalating tensions in the Middle East are disrupting Việt Nam’s rice exports, forcing traders to delay deliveries and adopt

READ March 25, 2026
Middle East confli...

Arada Fuangtong, director-general of the Department of Foreign Trade under the Ministry of Commerce, said the department had been closely monitoring the fighting

READ March 24, 2026
Japan rice prices ...

By bno – Tokyo Office  Rice prices in Japan have fallen below the JPY4,000 ($25.21) mark for the first time in seven months, reflecting easing supply pressures after last

READ March 24, 2026
2026 rice export p...

Vũ Khuê The event focusing on flexible solutions to boost rice production, consumption and exports amid global market volatility. The 2026 rice export promotion conference is

READ March 24, 2026
India rice exports...

What was expected to be a bumper year for Indian rice exporters – on the back of a strong harvest – has instead been upended by the ongoing war in Iran.  What was

READ March 24, 2026
Telangana emerging...

Telangana shifts from FCI reliance to global rice exports, securing record Rs 3,600/quintal in Philippines deal and boosting farmer returns. Posted by P N Sree Harsha

READ March 24, 2026
Grain market revie...

By Chris Lyddon KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI, US — Rice prices have been easing during recent weeks, with abundant supplies facing weak demand in many markets. The market was racked

READ March 24, 2026
Middle East crisis...

By PRIME SARMIENTO in Hong Kong | China Daily Surging fertilizer prices are raising concerns over food security across Asia as the same geopolitical shock rattling energy markets

READ March 23, 2026
India: Over 80% of...

India’s non-basmati rice export pipeline remains largely backloaded, with a significant portion of cargoes yet to be shipped. Of the total 660,550 tonnes (t) tracked, nearly

READ March 23, 2026
West Africa: Weekl...

Benin: Rice prices in Benin displayed mixed trends, with parboiled (PB) grades facing pressure while white rice (WR) and select premium segments finding support. Parboiled prices

READ March 23, 2026
Japan Rice Price F...

Society Tokyo, March 23 (Jiji Press)–Prices of rice sold at about 1,000 supermarkets in Japan in the week to March 15 averaged 3,980 yen per 5 kilograms, down 33 yen from

READ March 23, 2026
Facing a ‘crisis’,...

Indian rice may face extra tariffs as millers’ body seeks review of trade pacts with various nations. By Subramani Ra Mancombu The European Union (EU) may resort to imposing

READ March 23, 2026
Nepal imports padd...

NEPAL NEWS KATHMANDU: Nepal’s dependence on food imports has been increasing of late. In the first eight months of the current fiscal year, Nepal has imported paddy and rice

READ March 23, 2026
Rice prices in Jap...

Rice prices in Japan have fallen for a fifth straight week. The agriculture ministry attributes the decline to wholesalers’ attempts to reduce their inventories. The

READ March 23, 2026
Top Rice News: Chi...

Today’s Top rice news includes China’s Ratoon rice farm, Asia rice markets subdued due to high shipping costs hitting rice exports, and Madhya Pradesh’s rice

READ March 23, 2026
China researchers ...

Beijing, March 22 (SANA) Chinese scientists have identified a gene that could allow rice to regrow year after year, a breakthrough that may significantly increase crop yields

READ March 22, 2026
Can China massivel...

An ancient but challenging harvesting technique could help China reach its food security goals with a new breed of smart rice farm Victoria Bela China’s drive to grow 90 per

READ March 22, 2026
Asia Rice: Top exp...

By Anjana Anil, Reuters Synopsis Rising shipping costs due to Middle East conflict are impacting trade. Buyers are waiting for freight rates to ease. Domestic prices in Bangladesh

READ March 21, 2026
West Asia Crisis H...

Rabindra Nath Choudhury Gulf countries like Iran, Iraq, Jordan, UAE and Saudi Arabia are major exporters of Basmati rice from Madhya Pradesh: Reports BHOPAL: Export of Basmati

READ March 21, 2026
Rising costs press...

Thailand Post teams up with 6ty Degrees NEWSPAPER SECTION: Business, WRITER: Kuakul Mornkum, Komsan Tortermvasana, Somhathai Mosika Producers of bagged rice and bottled mineral

READ March 20, 2026
Rice and corn pric...

Source: Daily NK Rice and corn prices in North Korean markets have surged to historic highs in 2026, driven by the sharp depreciation of the won against the U.S. dollar, which

READ March 20, 2026
Shipping lines inc...

Pakistani exporters face rising costs as shipping lines and air cargo handlers impose war-risk and emergency surcharges linked to the Middle East conflict, with charges reaching

READ March 19, 2026
Asian Rice Sellers...

Higher shipping rates tied to Middle East tensions are cooling exports from India, Vietnam, and Thailand, while Bangladesh is turning to imports to tame stubbornly high domestic

READ March 19, 2026
Indian rice export...

Rising shipping costs slow down new rice export deals as regional conflict affects maritime routes. INDIA – India, the world’s largest rice exporter, is facing delays in new

READ March 19, 2026
Indian basmati ric...

By bno – Mumbai bureau Indian basmati rice export volume is likely to remain steady in fiscal year 2025–2026 and fiscal year 2026–2027, with an increase of up to 2% over

READ March 19, 2026
DA: Pinoys prefer ...

Brix Lelis – The Philippine Star MANILA, Philippines —  The Philippines faces a challenge as consumers now prefer imported rice, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu

READ March 19, 2026
Middle East Crisis...

Vibhor Mohan Chandigarh: The basmati rice industry in Punjab remains hopeful that a complete disruption in global trade is unlikely in the coming months, despite the heightened

READ March 19, 2026
APEDA exports 25 t...

TNM (With ANI Inputs) The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), operating under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of

READ March 19, 2026
Rice export sales ...

By John Perkins The USDA is reporting a strong week for U.S. rice export sales. During the week ending March 12th, Japan picked up more than half of the weekly rice sales total

READ March 19, 2026
Price of rice boil...

Bags of rice are displayed at Hanaro Mart in Yangjae-dong, Seocho District, southern Seoul, as rice prices continue to rise. According to data from the Korea Agro-Fisheries &

READ March 19, 2026
Subsidy policy bac...

Islamabad [Pakistan] March 19 (ANI) Pakistan’s rice export sector witnessed a steep contraction in February, with shipments falling sharply despite the government’s

READ March 19, 2026
Pakistan rice expo...

Exporters cite high domestic prices, hoarding, weak farm output as key factors. By News Desk Pakistan’s rice exports declined by 35.38% in February despite a government subsidy

READ March 18, 2026
Vietnam fragrant 5...

By Chirag Aggarwal and Tanya Rana HIGHLIGHTS Vietnamese fragrant 5% rice prices have fallen to their lowest level since Platts began assessing the variety 14 years ago, as weak

READ March 18, 2026
West Asia war hits...

Chamaraj Savadi / TNN Koppal/Raichur: The ongoing West Asia conflict has dealt a severe blow to India’s rice exports, leaving millers in key production belts grappling with

READ March 18, 2026
Philippines Rice B...

By Huzaifa Zahoor Philippines rice prices are back in focus for Indian investors after the National Food Authority said on March 18 that the country has enough rice buffer stock

READ March 18, 2026
South Korea Sends ...

The Government of Namibia has received a contribution of 4,896 metric tons of rice worth USD 1.7 million from the Republic of Korea through the United Nations World Food

READ March 18, 2026
NFA wants to sell ...

By Giselle P. Jordan THE National Food Authority ( A) is seeking emergency powers to sell rice directly to the public, the agency‘s Administrator Larry Lacson told reporters

READ March 18, 2026
Rice Exports Drop ...

By Muhammad Bilal  Pakistan’s rice exports fell sharply in February, declining by 35.38 percent despite government subsidies aimed at supporting the sector, raising concerns

READ March 17, 2026
Rice exports plung...

Mubarak Zeb Khan ISLAMABAD: Rice exports declined by 35.38 per cent in February despite government subsidies, prompting exporters to question the effectiveness of the support

READ March 17, 2026
Data shows how Gul...

Story by Reported by Ankita Tiwari Key takeaways: The conflict in the Middle East is beginning to disrupt food supply chains as ships avoid the Strait of Hormuz, a critical

READ March 17, 2026
Vietnamese fragran...

VOV.VN – Exports of Vietnamese fragrant rice continue to receive certification for export to the European Union (EU), showing that Vietnamese rice is strengthening its

READ March 16, 2026
Rice prices also r...

Jasper Arcalas – The Philippine Star Due to supply disruptions, fuel price hikes MANILA, Philippines — Rice prices have increased and may continue to do so as market

READ March 16, 2026
2016 vs. 2026: Hig...

Ten years later, the gap between breakeven and actual price is wider. Tom J. Bechman, Midwest Crops Editor, Farm Progress How much “ground” have you gained toward profitable

READ March 16, 2026
Indian farmers in ...

By newspress.co.in Hyderabad: The war that broke out between America, Israel and Iran has created a crisis in the supply of petroleum products in India. At the same time,

READ March 16, 2026
Nutrition-rich ric...

Shahadat Hossain Researchers for integrating high yield with nutrition-rich traits in future rice breeding. Highlights: Farmer Mizanur Rahman from Dupchanchia upazila in Bogura

READ March 16, 2026
DA proposes ₱50 pr...

By Dexter Barro II The Department of Agriculture (DA) is proposing the imposition of a price cap on imported rice set at ₱50 per kilo as prices of the household staple continue

READ March 16, 2026
Asian rice markets...

SE Asia exporters see profit margins shrink. FE Team Rice markets across Asia are facing mounting cost pressures as rising local fuel prices and shortages — triggered by the

READ March 16, 2026
Sabah’s rice suppl...

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah’s rice supply can last until September, says Datuk Jamawi Jaafar. The state Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industries Minister said although there are some

READ March 16, 2026
Agri dept mulls pr...

Jekki Pascual, ABS-CBN News MANILA — The Department of Agriculture is considering a price cap on rice as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East pushes up fuel prices.

READ March 16, 2026
Iran war knocks ou...

The situation could ripple through the nation’s economy and further batter growers struggling with falling domestic prices. Bloomberg Thai rice exports to the Middle East were

READ March 15, 2026
Cameroon partners ...

The landmark agreement aims to boost domestic rice production and reduce the country’s growing reliance on imports. CAMEROON – Cameroon has signed a €150 million

READ March 15, 2026
Qatar wants to buy...

Armed with solar-powered tubewells, Pakistani farmers are growing rice indiscriminately with export prices in mind. A more level-headed strategy is desperately needed.  

READ March 14, 2026
Qatar to import Pa...

The Newspaper’s Staff Reporter ISLAMABAD: Qatar on Thursday expressed interest in increasing rice imports from Pakistan as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s food

READ March 13, 2026
Asia rice: Indian ...

Reuters BENGALURU, HANOI, BANGKOK, MUMBAI AND DHAKA: India’s rice export prices were steady this week on subdued demand, Vietnamese rates eased on less buying and growing

READ March 13, 2026
Qatar keen on boos...

Projects such as Karachi port expansion and other strategic initiatives were highlighted as potential areas for collaboration BR Web Desk Pakistan and Qatar have discussed

READ March 13, 2026
PM requires action...

Chu Minh Khôi Increasingly complex and unpredictable global and regional developments could affect global rice supply, demand and prices. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh issued an

READ March 13, 2026
Indian rice export...

By Rajendra Jadhav MUMBAI, March 12 (Reuters) – Rice exports from India are slowing as the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran pushes up freight and insurance costs, making it

READ March 13, 2026
India’s rice...

By: 101 finance India’s Rice Export Ambitions Face Geopolitical Headwinds India’s rice export campaign remains robust, yet the journey toward its ambitious annual target

READ March 13, 2026
Doha interested in...

Pakistan, Qatar ministers agree to enhance economic ties, food security partnership. APP  ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan held a virtual meeting with

READ March 13, 2026
West African rice ...

Domestic rice prices in key West African markets showed modest declines from 11 to 12 March 2026, reflecting ample Indian parboiled imports and stable local supplies. At 1 USD =

READ March 13, 2026
APEDA facilitates ...

TNM (With ANI Inputs) The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, facilitated the first export

READ March 13, 2026
Rice Summit Streng...

ROATÁN, HONDURAS – Ten USA Rice staff and members participated in the 2026 Rice Summit here hosted by the National Association of Honduran Rice Millers (ANAMH), where USA Rice

READ March 13, 2026
PM orders coordina...

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has called for coordinated actions to ensure stable rice production and sale amid evolving domestic and global conditions, according to an official

READ March 12, 2026
MRF reports over 2...

 Global New Light of Myanmar The Myanmar Rice Federation (MRF) has announced that 2,506,050 tonnes of rice were exported during the 2025-2026 financial year up to 10 March. This

READ March 12, 2026
MoU signed to sell...

By Our Correspondent LAHORE: Punjab University has signed an agreement with Pesticon Seeds for commercialisation of hybrid rice seed developed in collaboration with Wuhan

READ March 12, 2026
Basmati in the Cro...

Shailja Tiwari Escalating tensions in West Asia have disrupted shipping routes, leaving thousands of basmati containers stranded at Indian ports and exposing the trade’s deep

READ March 12, 2026
Vessel attacks, ri...

India’s rice export freight market showed mixed trends during 11 March 2026, with rates on West Africa bulk routes firm while container shipments from west coast ports faced

READ March 12, 2026
Uzbekistan to Intr...

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — Uzbekistan’s Cabinet of Ministers is developing a mechanism to allow domestic producers to export rice without paying customs duties,

READ March 12, 2026
Govt to procure 1....

BSS The decisions were taken at the 8th meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Government Purchase for 2026. The government today (11 March) approved separate proposals for procuring

READ March 12, 2026
Pakistan loses gro...

Pakistan’s position in the global rice market is facing mounting pressure as intensifying competition and shifting demand patterns weigh on its export share. The shift

READ March 11, 2026
Vietnam’s Rice Exp...

In the first two months of 2026, Vietnam saw a 5% increase in rice exports from the previous year, amounting to about 1.3 million tonnes. Despite the increase in quantity, the

READ March 11, 2026
Mozambique seeks t...

This landmark partnership seeks to transition Mozambique from a major importer of Asian rice to a self-sufficient producer and regional exporter. MOZAMBIQUE – Mozambique’s

READ March 11, 2026
West African rice ...

West African rice prices (50-kg bags) remained largely steady d-o-d on 10 Mar’26. In Benin, Indian parboiled held at XOF 16,700, while the price range for double polish

READ March 11, 2026
Thai rice export p...

Thailand’s rice export market started 2026 on a softer footing as currency strength, heightened competition, and muted seasonal demand weighed on prices and trading

READ March 11, 2026
India sends 500 MT...

India has mounted a multifaceted response to support the people of Mozambique in the wake of the devastating floods impacting its central and southern provinces. The External

READ March 11, 2026
Rice prices rise b...

Upazila Representative Rice prices at Hili Land Port have risen by Tk 2–3 per kilogram in the past few days, despite an increase in imports from India. Importers have stepped up

READ March 11, 2026
USDA makes a pair ...

By John Perkins The USDA left U.S. cotton and rice ending stocks projections steady. For rice, the USDA did lower imports, but also cut exports, all out of long grain rough rice,

READ March 11, 2026
Rising paddy MSP k...

The minimum support price (MSP) for paddy has been steadily rising, and, in turn, pushing up Indian domestic non-basmati rice prices. Data maintained with BigMint reveals that

READ March 10, 2026
Iran war impacts I...

India Shipping News NEW DELHI: Prolonged disruption in West Asia will badly hit Indian farmers, food processors and exporters across several states including Karnataka, Telangana,

READ March 10, 2026
Vietnam’s ri...

Van Nguyen The country exporting 1.3 million tons of rice in the two-month period. Some 1.3 million tons of rice from Vietnam has been exported in the first two months of 2026,

READ March 10, 2026
Asia Rice: India r...

By Anjana Anil, Reuters Synopsis Indian rice export prices dipped due to surplus supplies and a weaker rupee, while Vietnamese rates held steady and Thai prices eased. Traders are

READ March 10, 2026
Prabowo Says Indon...

Ricki Putra Harahap, Yurike Metriani Jakarta. President Prabowo Subianto recently said that the public didn’t need to worry about the national food stock amidst

READ March 10, 2026
Rice exports up 5%...

In the first two months of the year, rice exports reached 1.3 million tonnes valued at $599.3 million, up 5 per cent in volume but down 11.2 per cent in value compared with the

READ March 10, 2026
India rice exports...

India’s rice export programme for March 2026 is facing mounting logistical pressure as a growing number of vessels remain under anchorage amid disruptions in global shipping

READ March 10, 2026
Indonesia’s rice r...

Data from the Ministry of Agriculture showed that the country’s total rice reserve stands at nearly 28 million tonnes, including 3.76 million tonnes managed by the state

READ March 10, 2026
3.74 Million Ton R...

JAKARTA – Perum Bulog ensures the availability of rice and cooking oil stocks, in a safe and sufficient condition to meet the needs of the community until the end of the

READ March 10, 2026
India sends 1,000 ...

ANI New Delhi [India], March 9 (ANI): India has dispatched a humanitarian shipment of 1,000 metric tons of rice to Malawi to help the African nation cope with food shortages

READ March 10, 2026
Iran War Impacts I...

Rice faces the largest potential impact. India exported $4.43 billion worth of rice to West Asia in 2025, accounting for 36.7% of its global rice exports. Gyanendra Keshri | DHNS

READ March 9, 2026
Impact of Middle E...

 OV News Desk The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is beginning to exert significant pressure on the global economy, affecting trade flows, energy supplies, and food

READ March 9, 2026
Rice exports up 5%...

In the first two months of the year, rice exports reached 1.3 million tonnes valued at 599.3 million USD, up 5% in volume but down 11.2% in value compared with the same period

READ March 9, 2026
Demand surges for ...

Women in 21 villages keep earthen ovens burning from dawn to dusk. Sushanta Ghosh and Sohrab Hossain Traditional puffed rice from the southern districts of Barishal, Jhalakathi

READ March 9, 2026
Mozambique seeks T...

ARTICLE BY: Staff Reporter Mozambique is looking to Thailand for knowledge, technology, and practical expertise as it aims to dramatically increase domestic rice production and

READ March 9, 2026
Gov’t Approv...

JERLUN, March 8 (Bernama) — The government has approved an allocation of RM45.6 million for the development of a rice mill by the Muda Agricultural Development Authority

READ March 9, 2026
Promoting high-qua...

Amid abundant global supply, high inventories in importing markets and pressure from the upcoming Winter-Spring harvest, Vietnam’s rice sector is accelerating its shift toward

READ March 8, 2026
Cambodia’s A...

PHNOM PENH: About 400 tonnes of premium fragrant jasmine rice will be exported in batches to Australia. Noted producer Amru Rice Company signed an agreement with Green Group, one

READ March 8, 2026
Viet Nam targets n...

In 2026, Viet Nam’s rice industry is determined to maintain export market shares in traditional destinations while proactively expanding into new markets with high demand and

READ March 8, 2026
Legislator urges I...

Jakarta (ANTARA) – Deputy Chair of Commission IV of the House of Representatives (DPR) Alex Indra Lukman urged the Indonesian government to prepare a rice export roadmap as

READ March 8, 2026
US-Israel-Iran War...

Rice millers are the worst hit as constantly increasing stocks are compelling them to sell the rice at cheaper rates. By ETV Bharat English Team Kota:The ongoing hostilities

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Global rice prices...

Story by Jordeene B. Lagare MANILA, Philippines — The benchmark for international prices registered a small increase in February despite sustained demand for basmati and

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Pakistan loses gro...

By Web Desk ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s rice exports witnessed a significant decline during the July–December period, with export earnings dropping to $0.97 billion from $1.83

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Wholesale rice pri...

THE WHOLESALE PRICE of rice increased in February, according to preliminary data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). The PSA said the national average wholesale price

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Promoting high-qua...

Việt Nam exported an estimated 600,000 tonnes of rice worth US$370 million in January, up 12.4 per cent in volume and 16.9 per cent in value year-on-year. HÀ NỘI — Facing

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Rice exports up 83...

Chea Vanyuth / Khmer Times Synopsis: Cambodia exports to 51 international markets across Asia, Europe and other regions. Cambodia exported 247,822 tonnes of milled rice in the

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Asia rice: India r...

India’s 5% broken parboiled variety was quoted at $348-$353 per metric ton. Reuters Indian rice export prices edged lower this week on surplus supplies and rupee depreciation,

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Indonesia holds 32...

Jakarta (ANTARA) – Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman ensured that Indonesia had secured rice stocks for the next 324 days, or nearly 11 months, with monthly

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Rice exports for I...

observerid.com Jakarta, IO – Sacks of rice are carried at a warehouse of Perum Bulog in Kelapa Gading, Jakarta (Mar. 4). The Indonesian Government has begun exporting rice to

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February rice expo...

Global New Light of Myanmar According to records from the Myanmar Rice Federation (MRF), Myanmar earned US$55 million from the export of 178,191.5 tonnes of rice and broken rice

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0.5 MT rice cargoe...

As regional conflict intensifies and shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz face severe disruptions, India’s rice exporters are grappling with skyrocketing ocean

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Iran crisis: 60,00...

Exporters ask Centre to recognise current logistics disruption as a force majeure type; close to 90% of total rice exports to West Asia, worth about ₹25,000 crore annually, is

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Iran crisis leaves...

India’s basmati rice export trade has encountered a logistical bottleneck after escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East disrupted shipping routes to Iran,

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Indonesia launches...

Indonesia launches first rice exports for Hajj Pilgrims. Jakarta (ANTARA) – Indonesia has begun exporting 2,280 tonnes of rice to Saudi Arabia, marking the first time the

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Basmati rice price...

Jayashree Bhosale, ET Bureau Synopsis Basmati rice prices have dropped locally due to disruptions in exports to the Middle East. This key market accounts for half of

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Philippine inflati...

Philippine inflation accelerated to a 13-month high in February as prices of rice, fuel and utilities increased, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority showed on

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Eid rush pushes up...

TBS Report In the past few days, Polao rice rises to Tk145/kg, Chinese garlic to Tk230, and local garlic drops to Tk60. Dhaka shoppers are facing rising prices for key festive

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Iran war impact: M...

Joe Mathew India had exported over $ 1.5 billion worth of basmati rice and $ 380 million worth of non-basmati rice during April-January 2025-26 to the six GCC countries that are

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Government Distrib...

JAKARTA – The National Food Agency (Bapanas) ensures that the distribution of rice for the 2026 Food Supply and Price Stabilization (SPHP) program begins from March to the

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Rice, seafood, min...

PM coordinator meets Chinese Counsellor to advance CPFTA 3.0 talks. APP ISLAMABAD: Rana Ihsaan Afzal Khan, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Commerce, held a meeting with the

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War hits Indian ri...

M. Soundariya Preetha Export of rice, which is mainly the basmati varieties, to west Asian countries is suspended following the U.S., Iran, Israel war. Satish Goel, president of

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India’s rice procu...

Overall purchase up 2% for the kharif season, exceeds 460 lakh tonnes as of February 28. By Prabhudatta Mishra Rice procurement by parastatal agencies such as the Food

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Indonesia’s ...

Voice of Indonesia, Oleh – Putri Cahaya Purnama, Editor – Ahmad Faisal RRI.CO.ID, Jakarta – The increase in rice production in Indonesia is a positive sign for food

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Viet Nam to apply ...

The National Agricultural Promotion Centre, Loc Troi Group and Newgreen Co., Ltd. (Japan) held a signing ceremony for a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in

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DA, key agencies r...

By Che Palicte DAVAO CITY – The Department of Agriculture in Davao Region (DA-11) convened key agencies and rice industry partners on Tuesday to reinforce their shared

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How much does rice...

By: Mary Rose Sagarino – Correspondent – CDN Digital MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — The price of rice per kilo at the Mandaue City Public Market has increased by ₱2 to

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India, Canada sign...

The partnership follows the announcement by the Prime Ministers of both countries of a jointly supported Centre of Excellence in Pulse Protein, to be led by NIFTEM-K and USask.

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Indian rice strand...

By Susan Reidy MUMBAI, INDIA — Nearly 400,000 tonnes of Indian basmati rice is stuck at ports and in transit as freight rates have more than doubled since the United States and

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Agri Smile prepare...

By Amanda Lim Agri Smile is preparing to distribute its biostimulant in Vietnam after field trials saw an increase in rice yields by 43% while delivering a sixfold return on

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US-Israel-Iran War...

Exporters tell CNBC-TV18 that the timing could not have been worse for Indian exporters, as this is the peak season for shipments to the Gulf region due to Ramadan, when

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Rice exporter stoc...

Rice exporter stocks fall as West Asia tensions cloud India’s basmati trade with Iran and Gulf markets; exporters seek relief on stuck consignments and freight costs. Written

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Basmati rice cargo...

NEW DELHI – Indian exporters are finding it difficult to get vessels to send basmati rice to the Middle East after US and Israeli strikes on Iran disrupted shipping, leaving

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India’s basm...

India’s basmati rice trade is facing renewed uncertainty as escalating tensions in West Asia disrupt logistics, inflate freight and insurance costs, and threaten payments

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Vietnamese agricul...

In recent years, the sector has shifted from a production-oriented mindset to an agricultural economic approach. Instead of focusing mainly on output, it now prioritises quality,

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PMEX to begin trad...

The Newspaper’s Staff Reporter ISLAMABAD: While futures trading in precious metals continues at the Pakistan Mercantile Exchange (PMEX), the first trading in agricultural

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South Korea to pur...

Posted to Maritime Reporter Agro-Fisheries and Food Trade Corporation, a state-owned corporation in South Korea. European traders reported on Monday that a international tender

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Rice exports to Ir...

Iran among the largest importers of aromatic long-grain rice from India. Written by Sandip Das. The volatile situation in West Asia threatens India’s robust rice exports to

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Why India’s rice p...

We must move from being a commodity rice to a high-value and less water-consuming rice exporter, says top basmati breeder. Written by: Harish Damodaran India has been

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Indonesia rice out...

In January alone, rice output reached 1.75 million tons, according to preliminary production data from the bureau. Reuters JAKARTA: Indonesia’s rice output over the January to

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Rice Exports: Iran...

By Rediff Money Desk, Kolkata Rice exporters warned against CIF contracts to Iran, Gulf due to West Asia conflict. Potential disruptions, rising costs, and market impact.

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Rice, beef prices ...

By Giselle P. Jordan THE average retail prices of rice and beef nationwide were higher in mid-February, according to data from the Philippine Statistics Authority. Well-milled

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India’s Basmati Ri...

 by Ananya Pattnaik India’s basmati rice exports are facing significant uncertainty as escalating tensions in West Asia disrupt shipping routes, delay payments, and increase

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Iran conflict hits...

India exported approximately 6 million tonnes of basmati rice during 2024-25, with demand primarily driven by the Middle East and West Asian markets. Other major buyers include

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Rice exporters ask...

The federation advised members to shift to free on board terms, allowing international buyers to handle freight and insurance, thereby protecting Indian exporters from rising

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India’s basmati ex...

TOI Business Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM India’s rice exports may take a hit in wake of the deteriorating situation in the Middle East –the country’s five leading export

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Rice exporters war...

The advisory comes after the US and Israel launched a major attack on Iran on February 28, with Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei killed early on Sunday. Press Trust

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