The cereal’s market is ruling at multi-year lows as buyers hold huge inventories. By Subramani Ra Mancombu. India’s rice exports have dropped by nearly 60 per cent in the
The Asian Development Bank is investing US$ 1.5 billion to promote more efficient farming that increases productivity while reducing the environmental impact of growing the main
Chandigarh: Basmati could emerge as a viable alternative following the recent ban on hybrid and Pusa 44 paddy varieties, despite the potential short-term challenges for farmers
by Brian Foster In a groundbreaking achievement that could change the face of global agriculture, Chinese scientists have unveiled a new variety of stress-resistant rice that has
BICOTA, which combines Bayer’s exclusive innovation to provide strong protection against these damaging pests, will be available across key rice-growing states. By BL Bengaluru
By Business Desk. The Pakistan Kissan Ittehad (PKI) has warned that farmers have incurred Rs. 2,200 billion in wheat-related losses from May 2024 to May 2025. This loss amounts
Juergen Voegele & Yvonne Pinto. “Have you had your rice today?” In Viet Nam, this everyday greeting reflects just how central rice is to life—so essential that the day
Amjad Mahmood. • Pin high hopes for a major relief in upcoming budget• Wheat growers alone suffer Rs2.2tr losses since May 2024 LAHORE: The Pakistan Kissan Ittehad (PKI) has
By Our Correspondent LAHORE:Punjab has initiated a process of exploring ways to increase rice production and exports. Rice is cultivated at around six million acres of land in