By Shahmir Kazi The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), founded in 1960, has been crucial in creating high-yielding rice varieties that have revolutionized agriculture worldwide. Often referred to as “miracle rice,” IRRI rice has been vital in tackling food security issues, especially in Asia, where rice is a dietary staple for billions. This article examines […]
By VNA. Vietnam’s rice exports from Jan. 1-15 reached 268,700 tons worth nearly US$165.7 million, up 38.7% in volume and 23.28% in value year-on-year, according to the Vietnam Food Association. However, export prices for 5% broken rice fell to $413 per ton, with 25% broken rice at $387 per ton. Despite the positive start, the […]
In a standing committee meeting, it was revealed the EU issued over 100 alerts concerning Pakistan’s rice exports. News Desk A recent revelation has brought to light that substandard and counterfeit rice has been exported from Pakistan to the European Union (EU). The issue was discussed in a meeting of the National Assembly’s Standing Committee […]
Reporter: Aisha Shaidra TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman said rice production in January-March 2025 is predicted to increase by 50 percent. Amran said that the data was obtained from Statistics Indonesia (BPS), which said that in January 2025 it rose 50 percent compared to last year and was predicted to rise 49 […]
By Salis bin Perwaiz. Sindh police chief Ghulam Nabi Memon on Wednesday met an eight-member delegation of the Rice Mills Association at the Central Police Office. The delegation apprised IG Memon of the problems and difficulties faced by them during various business activities, including the law and order situation in Karachi. Memon proposed that the […]
TBS Report. Unloading commenced after one of the vessels docked at the port’s jetty today. Two ships carrying 36,000 tonnes of rice imported from India and Myanmar reached Chattogram port yesterday night. Unloading commenced after one of the vessels docked at the port’s jetty today (29 January). Ali Akbar, CEO of Seven Seas Shipping Lines, […]
