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Rice import from India resumes through Benapole Port after 2yrs

Rice imports from India resumed after a two-year hiatus, with the first shipment arriving through Benapole port last night. Three trucks carrying 105 tonnes of non-basmati rice reached the transshipment yard as part of the initial shipment imported by Mahabubul Alam Food Products, a company based in Jashore. The rice is expected to be delivered […]

Don’t tax rice, millers say to Centre

The Hindu Bureau Rice millers have reiterated their demand for removing rice from the ambit of the Goods and Service Tax (GST). D. Thulasingam, president, Federation of Tamil Nadu Rice Mill Owners and Paddy Rice Dealers Association, said that according to current rules, those buying in smaller packets of even few grams to 25 kg […]

Legal obstacles hamper adoption of genetically modified crops in PH

By: Jordeene B. Lagare Despite solidifying its position as a leader in biotechnology in Southeast Asia, regulatory hurdles stemming from legal woes hampered the adoption of genetically modified crops in the country. “The Philippines continues to be a leader in biotechnology in Southeast Asia, having been the first in the region to have a regulatory […]

Indonesia becomes Myanmar’s largest rice trading partner from Apr to Oct

Global New Light of Myanmar Indonesia is the top importer of Myanmar’s rice, with over 360,000 tonnes in the past seven months of the current financial year 2024-2025, beginning 1 April, according to the Myanmar Rice Federation (MRF).China is the second largest importer of Myanmar rice with over 276,400 tonnes, followed by 219,400 tonnes to […]

Rice war in Asia – Demand concerns weigh on Vietnam rates; India prices at over one-year low

HANOI (Reuters): Vietnam’s rice export prices dipped to their lowest in more than a year on concerns about Indonesian rice imports in the coming year, while India’s rice prices held steady near their lowest levels in 15 months due to burgeoning supplies. Vietnam’s 5% broken rice were offered at their lowest since July 2023 at […]

Activists urge Odisha to provide rice, pulses for tribals after tragic deaths

Researcher Ravi Sankar Behera said shortage of food grains (rice) forced the women to consume mango kernel gruel. Express News Service BHUBANESWAR: In the wake of Mandipanka incident in which two women died after consuming mango kernel gruel, food rights activists have demanded modification of PDS guidelines and provisioning families having no means of sustenance […]

Rice production faces sustainability challenges

Amin Ahmed ISLAMABAD: While rice cultivation area has increased by 29 per cent over the last 10 years, expanding production faces sustainability challenges, primarily due to its significant environmental impacts, particularly concerning carbon emissions and water usage, reveals a report by the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The report, “Transitioning to Low-Carbon, Resilient Rice Production in […]

Kunduz Invests $40M in Rice Processing Factories

Several workers employed in these factories welcome the establishment of such facilities. The Directorate of Industry and Commerce of Kunduz said that over the past three years, nearly $40 million has been invested in the construction of rice processing factories in the province. With the establishment of these factories, rice products are being processed to […]

Harnessing rice crop residues for agricultural and environmental prosperity

Dr Adnan Arshad Rice is vital for Pakistan and India due to its role as a staple food, contributing to food security for millions. Additionally, it serves as a significant economic driver, generating revenue through exports and providing livelihoods for a large agricultural workforce in both countries. Rice stands as a crucial crop in the […]