This fragrant, tender, fluffy rice variety is cherished across South Asia and the Middle East. By Perry Santanachote Basmati rice—often called the “queen of rice”
In Thailand, efforts are underway to accelerate best practices in rice farming that are environmentally friendly and socially responsible, while boosting yields for farmers. The
Torn Vibol / Khmer Times Pursat Provincial Governor Khoy Rida has urged farmers to refrain from planting dry season rice more than twice, citing potential irrigation water
Hanoi (VNA) – The Mekong Delta province of Soc Trang plans to expand the rice cultivation model in the 2024 Summer-Autumn crop targeting one million hectares of
Despite being the world’s third-largest rice exporter, Vietnam has spent nearly US$1 billion on rice imports in the first nine months of 2024. The increase in rice imports is
By Nadeem Shah MULTAN: In a significant agricultural shift, Punjab is poised to increase its cultivation of paddy this year, predominantly due to encouraging incentives for
The Punjab Seed Council has officially approved two new basmati rice varieties, promising a 50% increase in yield compared to currently cultivated types. These new varieties are
By Rastriya Samachar Samiti INARUWA, OCTOBER 1 Dev Naryan Mehata of Bhokraha Narsingh Rural Municipality has suffered severe losses in paddy cultivation on two bighas of land due
Boby Basnet Rice is Nepal’s primary staple crop, serving as a daily essential in nearly every household. Whether rich or poor, rice is a common meal that satisfies the hunger of