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Indonesian government turns down Malaysia’s request to buy local rice

Indonesia JAKARTA: The government has turned down a request for rice from Malaysia, with Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman explaining that Indonesia cannot export the grain at this time as it seeks to maintain domestic reserves. Amran said Kuala Lumpur had requested to import rice from Indonesia due to insufficient supply that had pushed up […]

Punjab issues notification for early paddy transplantation

Neel Kamal Bathinda: Despite opposition from agricultural scientists and petition filed in the National Green Tribunal, the Punjab govt has issued a notification advancing the paddy transplantation schedule. The transplantation will now begin in a staggered manner from June 1, while direct seeding of rice (DSR) is permitted across the state from May 15 to […]

Indonesian President Prabowo greenlights rice export amid rising production

Indonesia JAKARTA: President Prabowo Subianto has authorised rice exports to countries in need, reversing an earlier statement by Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman, who had insisted on prioritising domestic reserves. Speaking during a visit to South Sumatra on Wednesday (April 24), Prabowo said the country could share its rice surplus with others without seeking high […]

“Green and Low-Emission Vietnam Rice” trademark launched

VIETRISA Chairman Bui Ba Bong said that the launch is a strategic turning point in building the Vietnamese rice brand, aiming for the premium markets with strict carbon emission standards. The new rice trademark represents a commitment to environmental and social responsibility, not just a commercial label. Can Tho (VNA) – The Vietnam Rice Industry […]

Agriculture as Our Foundation, Quality as Our Priority — Taiwan Premium Rice Enterprise Ltd. Unveils the Purity, Authentic Taste, and Strength of Taiwanese Rice

Business Wire. TAIPEI, Taiwan Taiwan Premium Rice Enterprise Ltd. has once again partnered with the renowned Japanese trading company Kanematsu Corporation, to bring premium Taiwan rice to the Japanese market—a market renowned for its high standards in both quality and origin. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the global export of Taiwan’s agricultural products […]

Supporting Rice Exports, DPR Reminds Risk Of Inequality And Food Crisis

JAKARTA – Member of Commission IV DPR RI Daniel Johan supports President Prabowo Subianto’s policy of allowing Indonesia to export rice abroad. However, he reminded the government to prioritize national interests and the welfare of farmers before exporting rice. “We support exports but it must be ensured that national needs are safe, and at least […]

Asia rice: Currency moves buoy Indian, Thai prices but demand still lags

Reuters. Prices of rice shipped from India and Thailand edged higher this week, aided by currency fluctuations, although gains were capped by subdued demand, while Vietnamese rates were little changed. Indian rice prices recovered from a 22-month-low, with the 5% broken parboiled variety being quoted at $389-$396 per metric ton, up from the last week’s […]

Pakistan’s seafood, meat, and rice exports see growth in first 9 months of FY2024-25.

Pakistan’s food exports posted a modest increase during the first nine months of the current financial year, driven by a notable rise in seafood, meat, and rice shipments, according to the latest data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). Seafood exports rose by 8.15% from July to March 2024-25, with 151,787 metric tons of […]