A flood-induced crop loss in Aman season this year has forced the government to go for importing rice. Reaz Ahmad Amidst record rise in rice prices the government finally embarks
SJB MP Mujibur Rahuman stated that the Government is imposing a Rs.65 tax per kilogramme on imported rice to benefit mill owners, allowing them to set their desired controlled
Sri Lanka Customs has cleared 75,000 metric tons of imported rice as of December 29, following the government’s decision to allow rice imports without permits. Customs
Despite the import of 50,161 tonnes of rice through Bhomra land port in Satkhira alone over the past month, rice prices in the domestic market have remained stubbornly high.
By TED CORDERO, GMA Integrated News The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Friday announced it is in discussions with Pakistan for the allocation of at least one million metric
By PTV NEWS-DAC By Dean Aubrey Caratiquet On Thursday (Dec. 26), Department of Agriculture (DA) Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. announced plans to remove brand labels from
By Stephanie Sevillano MANILA – The Department of Agriculture (DA) said Thursday it would remove brand labels on imported rice to combat alleged price manipulation in local
by Staff Writer COLOMBO (News 1st): The Cabinet has approved the importation of rice until the January 10, 2025. This decision was made during the Cabinet meeting held yesterday.
Traders across various regions have urged the government to reconsider the Rs. 65 per kilogram tax imposed on imported rice, advocating for a reduction to alleviate market