The export ban had come amid a marginal dip in rice production and the looming threat of an erratic monsoon last year. What is the situation this year? What is India’s status as a rice exporter? We explain. Written by Harikishan Sharma The Centre Saturday (September 28) lifted the ban on export of Non-Basmati White […]
India’s exports were bigger than the combined shipments of the world’s next four biggest exporters: Thailand, Vietnam, Pakistan and the United States. India has removed most of the export curbs it imposed on rice shipments in 2023 with immediate effect, as above-average monsoon rains are expected to boost crop yields amid overflowing stocks in state […]
The state government had requested the centre to shift 20 lakh MT of rice and wheat out of the state otherwise it could create law and order problems during ensuring procurement season. Harpreet Bajwa CHANDIGARH: With granaries across Punjab already overflowing with last years’ stocks of rice and wheat, finding storage for new produce has […]
The Hindu Bureau Representatives from farmers’ associations from several southern States have expressed strong opposition to the introduction of genetically modified (GM) crops in the country, citing concerns that transgenic seeds could lead to a loss of farmers’ independence, as seed ownership would likely shift to corporate entities. They have decided to mount pressure on […]
Jayatri Nag, ET Bureau Synopsis: India has lifted its ban on the export of non-basmati white rice, a move welcomed by exporters in West Bengal. The government also reduced the export duty on parboiled rice from 20 percent to 10 percent. This decision is expected to boost incomes for exporters and farmers with the upcoming […]
