Northlanders are being asked to keep an eye out for new patches of Manchurian wild rice grass within a formal ‘Eradication Zone’ that covers much of the region amid fears the
Out of 660 districts which are covered under the public distribution system, 22 wheat consuming districts would be excluded from coverage under rice fortification. Fortification
The world’s thirstiest crop is also responsible for feeding half our planet. The Sustainable Rice Platform thinks it can make a better life for farmers and consumers alike. UBON
Sarawak aims to produce 60 per cent of the state’s self-sufficient level (SSL) by 2030. — Picture by Miera Zulyana KUCHING, May 23 — The state Food Industries, Commodities
Is polder rice a feasible circular alternative for cows on peatland? A pilot experiment started this week. On May 22nd, researchers from Leiden University and Wageningen
The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) is pictured in Laguna Province, the Philippines on May 16, 2023. (Xinhua/Rouelle Umali) MANILA, May 22 (Xinhua) — Amid
Inflation driven by economic instability and the fallout from the war in Ukraine and COVID-19 have pushed the staple meal out of reach for many in West Africa. A man covers
Govt concerned about elevated domestic prices. Currently, the mandi prices of wheat are ruling around the minimum support price (MSP) of Rs 2,125/quintal for 2023-24 season. (IE)
Rice dealers display rice and their prices at Sampol Market, at San Jose del Monte Bulacan on May 21,2023. MANILA, Philippines — A senior official of the Department of