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Piracy of Indian Basmati Varieties by Pakistan Proven, Confirmed by DNA Test

DNA testing in a prestigious European lab has proven that Pakistan is illegally growing and exporting Indian basmati varieties by modifying their titles. Harvir Singh Basmati varieties developed by the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi (Pusa Institute), are being pirated and grown by Pakistan. This allegation has also been proven in international lab […]

How Sustainable Farming Can Enhance Rice Production in Kenya

By Newsroom Kenya’s rice sector is facing the challenge of rising demand that by far outweighs production. Meeting this demand through increased production comes with possible risks to the environment that have to be addressed. As the country aims to boost production and achieve self-sufficiency through the flagship National Rice Development Strategy (2019–2030), it is […]

India 1st, Thailand 2nd…, list where India’s dominance leaves US and China far behind as it leads global market in rice export

Recently, India removed all restrictions on rice exports, which had an immediate impact on the global market. As a result, rice prices in the international market dropped. By Analiza Pathak. Rice is a major commodity in global trade, and India holds the top spot as the world’s largest rice exporter. Even a small policy shift […]

Imported rice MSRP at P45/kilo beginning March 31, 2025 — DA

By TED CORDERO, GMA Integrated News The Department of Agriculture (DA) is reducing further the maximum suggested retail price (MSRP) of imported rice to reflect the decline in the prices of the grain staple in the global market. In a statement issued Wednesday, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said the MSRP for imported rice […]

Pupuk Indonesia Partners with AGO on Rice Cultivation

The Jakarta Globe. Jakarta. State-run fertilizer company Pupuk Indonesia has partnered with the Attorney General’s Office (AGO) for the food self-sufficiency program. Pupuk Indonesia will team up with the AGO to support the management of confiscated land by the latter for rice cultivation. Both sides inked a cooperation agreement with the state logistics company Bulog […]

How Much Of China’s Agricultural Products Depend On Imports? – Analysis

By Anbound, By He Yan China is a populous country with a population of 1.4 billion, and food security is of paramount importance. Therefore, every year, the country’s No. 1 Document, an annual policy statement of the central leadership, is related to agriculture and rural issues. After maintaining a stable total grain production of over […]