Genetically modified (GM) rice refers to rice varieties that have been altered through genetic engineering to exhibit traits that do not naturally occur in conventional rice. These modifications aim to improve various characteristics such as increased nutritional value, pest resistance, herbicide tolerance, enhanced growth rates, and higher yields. Genetic modification in rice has the potential […]
EU rice farmers have adopted forward-thinking methods that minimize environmental impact. Dubai, UAE: The “EUROPEAN RICE” campaign, an EU-funded initiative dedicated to promoting European rice in the UAE, is grounded in a commitment to advancing sustainable agricultural practices that are beneficial for both the environment and consumers. With increasing awareness of the need to preserve […]
Aflatoxins, particularly Aflatoxin B1 (AFB1), are toxic compounds produced by Aspergillus fungi, commonly found in various crops, including rice. These toxins pose significant health risks, including liver cancer and other liver diseases. Rice, being a staple food in many parts of the world, is particularly vulnerable to aflatoxin contamination, which varies by region and environmental […]
Five WTO members – Argentina, Australia, Canada, Ukraine and the US – have alleged that India provides excessive market support to wheat and rice which distorts global trade. In a communication of the World Trade Organization (WTO), these countries claimed that India’s apparent MPS (market price support) for rice appears to have been over 87 […]
Thailand’s Commerce Ministry is calling on local farmers to adopt advanced technologies to reduce carbon emissions in rice production, aiming to enhance the country’s rice competitiveness in the global market. Bangkok (VNA) – Thailand’s Commerce Ministry is calling on local farmers to adopt advanced technologies to reduce carbon emissions in rice production, aiming to enhance […]
Additional Chief Secretary, Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department Sumita Misra today held a meeting with officers of the food storage agencies. During the meeting, detailed discussions were held regarding the storage facilities for CMR rice. The need for… Tribune News Service Additional Chief Secretary, Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department Sumita Misra […]
BY Team MP Kolkata: Catering to the demand of the Bengal Rice Mills Association (BRMA), the state government has increased the milling charge for conversion of paddy into rice. Millers were receiving Rs 30 to Rs 20 per quintal from the Centre and Rs 10 from the state as milling charge. The state which has […]
SEOUL, South Korea Greenery, Inc. will be hosting a seminar and an exhibition on the topic of transitioning to low-carbon agriculture and animal husbandry at the Korea Pavilion in the Blue Zone of COP29, from November 11 to 13. Headquartered in South Korea, the climate tech company Greenery, Inc. provides a range of net-zero consulting […]
TANJONG KARANG: The Padi Crop Takaful Scheme (STTP) under the management of Agro Captive Takaful Limited (ACTL), a subsidiary of Agrobank, has given padi farmers peace of mind by protecting their crops, which are essential to the country’s food security. This initiative, which is the first takaful scheme for rice farming in Malaysia and Southeast […]
Vietnam’s rice exports are set to hit a record 8.9 million tons in 2024, despite a decline in domestic production. This increase is largely due to heightened demand from international markets such as the Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia. Vietnam’s rice import volumes from Cambodia have also increased, helping meet this export demand. Cambodian farmers have […]
