By VNA Vietnam exported 6.16 million tons of rice worth nearly US$3.85 billion in the first eight months of this year, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD)
Rice availability will not be affected, say government sources, as very good rice crop is expected. Surabhi The government could take a call on withdrawing the export ban on rice
India and Pakistan, the only growers of basmati, both try to promote the premium grade of rice in a manner similar to French Champagne or Darjeeling tea. Indian authorities need
To curb rise in prices and improve domestic supplies, in September last year the government had banned exports of white rice and subsequently had imposed a 20% export duty on
With Indian rice no longer significantly cheaper, buyers seek other options (Reuters) — Rice export prices in Thailand rose to their highest level in two months this week on
Highlights Platts-assessed Myanmar 5% broken white rice is at a one-year low Aug. 28, making it more competitive against the same variety from Thailand, Vietnam and Pakistan.
Highlights Pakistan parboiled 5% STX reaches $544/t Aug 27 Prices down $49/t on year, $35/t on month, $5/t on week Remains at $20/t premium to Indian parboiled 5% Pakistan
By Ebi Kesiena Kenyans are set to face increased prices for cereals following the government’s introduction of a new levy on imported grains. The Agricultural Food
TOKYO — Shortages of rice have recently been seen across Japan, and the price of the staple food is soaring. But close to 100% of Japan’s rice is domestically produced