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Rafiq Suleman appointed as Convener, “Rice Production & Export Promotion” 

President FPCCI Mr Atif Ikram Shaikh has appointed Mr Rafiq Suleman as the Convener of “The FPCCI Central Standing Committee on “Rice Production & Export Promotion” for the year 2024-2025, given the increasing business development and Export RICE. The President of FPCCI advised him to induct well-experienced professionals as members of his committee, keep close […]

PM urges farmers to do more on rice

By Navitalai Naivalurua , Mohammed Feroz. With Fiji’s current import of rice sitting at $51 to $60 million annually, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka is urging farmers to take advantage of the revised price for the grades of rice paddies. Rabuka had announced that the revised price for grade 1 has increased from $850 to $1,000 […]

Indonesia continues rice aid for low-income earners in 2025.

The Indonesian Government has announced the allocation of a six-month rice aid programme of 2025, aimed at supporting low-income communities, the country’s National Food Agency (Bapanas) has said. Jakarta (VNA) – The Indonesian Government has announced the allocation of a six-month rice aid programme of 2025, aimed at supporting low-income communities, the country’s National Food […]

Cambodian rice crowned best in world, bringing national pride and new opportunities for farmers.

By Sophie Johnson. Cambodia’s Malys Angkor rice was recently crowned World’s Best Rice 2024, allowing producers to showcase the important role the rice plays in the nations culture. The ceremony took place in November at the World Rice Conference in Manila, Philippines. Chan Sokheang, President of the Cambodia Rice Federation said Malys Angkor is known […]