Private imports of overseas rice have been increasing rapidly in Japan due to shortages in the domestic market. In the fiscal year 2024, rice import applications submitted to the
By Carah Hart An extension agronomist with University of Arkansas says a seed shortage and a challenging ag economy have farmers taking a more cautious approach planting
By Collins Agwam Dry season farmers in Nasarawa State have commended the Federal Government of Nigeria and the International Fund for Agricultural Development for supporting them
By Susan Reidy LAGOS, NIGERIA — Corn, wheat, rice and sorghum consumption in Nigeria is expected to increase in 2025-26, driven by appreciation of the naira, slowing food price
The agriculture ministry on Wednesday began to accept bids in the second round of its auction for government-stockpiled rice. The focus is on whether the release of reserve rice
K-Rice Belt initiative enhances agricultural production efforts in Africa by surpassing expectations. By Yun Hee-hun The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs announced
DNA testing in a prestigious European lab has proven that Pakistan is illegally growing and exporting Indian basmati varieties by modifying their titles. Harvir Singh Basmati
Recently, India removed all restrictions on rice exports, which had an immediate impact on the global market. As a result, rice prices in the international market dropped.
By TED CORDERO, GMA Integrated News The Department of Agriculture (DA) is reducing further the maximum suggested retail price (MSRP) of imported rice to reflect the decline in the