Japan’s government is releasing tax-free imported rice into the market earlier than usual this year. The move is part of efforts to cap prices of the grain, which remain at
By: Jordeene B. Lagare MANILA, Philippines – Global rice prices are projected to drop by 7.9 percent this year on the back of ample supplies, particularly from India,
The average price per 5 kilograms of rice sold at some 1,000 supermarkets in Japan last week topped ¥4,000 for the first time since early June, the agriculture ministry has said.
By John Reidy BANGKOK, THAILAND — Thailand’s rice exports have dropped off sharply this year amid intense competition and currency headwinds that have hurt price
Reuters MUMBAI/KARACHI: Heavy rains and widespread flooding in basmati rice-growing regions of Pakistan and India have raised concerns over output of the premium staple, driving
By Business Desk The Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP) has downplayed concerns over large-scale devastation to Punjab’s rice crop caused by recent floods,
The MoIT requested that the People’s Committees of provinces and cities review and promptly compile information and feedback from the business community regarding any
Subramani Ra Mancombu Cost of Pakistan’s fragrant rice is $250/tonne more than India, says the India MD of the company. Europea bought more basmati from India this year than
July rice exports rise to 291,902 tons as non-Basmati drives growth, but steep Basmati slump raises competitiveness concerns. By Ghulam Abbas ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s rice