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Why agri-tech might need a different approach to boost innovations

IIIT-B, a premier research deemed university in Bengaluru, has been developing a host of projects with the idea of introducing higher efficiency in agricultural processes. Shilpa Elizabeth. Primarily an agrarian economy, India holds large potential for research and technological innovation in agriculture. Nevertheless, innovations in this space which is estimated to be around $24 billion, […]

Hydrogen-rich irrigation standards released for rice.

by Hu Min / Qingpu District China’s first hydrogen-rich rice planting technical specifications were launched this month in Qingpu, marking a solid step for the district in promoting hydrogen-rich irrigation technology. The release of standards and the application of this innovative technology has contributed to significant yield increases and quality improvement in rice cultivation in […]

Paddy, rice import increases by 54%

The Rising Nepal By A Staff Reporter,Kathmandu, Dec. 31: The import of paddy and rice increased significantly during the first five months of the current fiscal year 2024/25. According to the trade statistics of the Department of Customs, the import of paddy and rice has increased by 54 per cent during the review period compared […]

Rice export sets new record in 2024, but 2025 expected to be tough.

Rice exports set new records in both volume and value in 2024, but a difficult year ahead is on the cards for producers as India resumes export. HÀ NỘI — Rice exports set new records in both volume and value in 2024 but the commodity is expected to face a difficult year ahead as India […]

NFA hits 95% of 2024 rice inventory goal.

By: Jordeene B. Lagare – The National Food Authority (NFA) has attained 95 percent of its inventory goal this year, with its stock reaching over 5 million 50-kilogram bags of milled rice. In a message to the Inquirer over the weekend, NFA acting Administrator Larry Lacson said the grains agency has maintained 5.661 million 50-kg […]

TARI urged to expand innovations for enhanced rice farming, market access

By Christina Haule , The Guardian. THE Agricultural Research Institute of Tanzania (TARI) has been urged to broaden its innovations to ensure farmers gain not only improved rice farming techniques but also essential knowledge to access reliable markets for their produce. This appeal comes in response to persistent market shortages faced by farmers in Morogoro […]

High tax on imported rice affecting consumers – MP.

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 prices and earn profits at the expense of consumers. Speaking at a media briefing yesterday (29), he further stated, “The President and Government Ministers have repeatedly […]

Russia has reaped a record rice harvest

OREANDA-NEWS Russian farmers have harvested a record harvest of rice. A message about this appeared on the website of the Ministry of Agriculture. According to the ministry, the volume of rice harvested in 2024 amounted to 1.2 million tons, which is 17 percent more than in the previous year. “By 2030, it is planned to […]