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A gene could be key to growing rice, and feeding billions, in a hotter world

Researchers say they can improve rice harvests and grain quality by essentially turning off a temperature-sensitive gene found in some common rice varieties. By Allyson Chiu. Rising global temperatures are threatening rice, a staple food that nourishes billions of people around the world. But researchers say they may have discovered a way to improve harvests […]

Philippines’ rice imports drop nearly 21% in five months

Despite this downturn, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) projects that the Philippines will remain the world’s leading rice importer in 2025, with imports expected to rise to 5.4 million tonnes, and further increase to 5.5 million tonnes in 2026. Hanoi (VNA) – By the end of May 2025, the Philippines has observed a […]

P20 rice opened to minimum wage earners

By: Jordeene B. Lagare. Minimum wage earners in the Philippines will be able to purchase cheaper rice a day after Independence Day, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA). The target launch date for selling subsidized rice to minimum wage earners is June 13, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said during a market visit […]

Govt approves second phase of 5,800 tonnes aromatic rice exports.

TBS Report The minimum export price has been set at $1.60 per kg, equivalent to Tk196.80. The government has approved the export of 5,800 tonnes of aromatic rice in a second phase, allowing 52 companies to export. A circular from the Ministry of Commerce on Wednesday (28 May) said each company can export between 100 […]

Four million ton rice reserves reflect self-reliance: Minister

Jakarta (ANTARA) – Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman stated that reaching four million tons in government rice reserves demonstrates both improved farmer welfare and the nation’s self-reliance. “All parties have worked together to help Indonesia secure the biggest rice reserves in history,” he remarked in Jakarta on Friday. This achievement is inseparable from the strategic […]

Export hopes high at Thai rice convention

Source: Bangkok Post Thailand is promoting its high-quality and distinctive rice varieties, anticipating that the Thailand Rice Convention will secure 100,000 tonnes in orders and generate over 2 billion baht in revenue. At the 10th Thailand Rice Convention (TRC) 2025 in Bangkok on Monday, Commerce Minister Pichai Naripthaphan said the government is committed to enhancing […]

Vietnamese traders required to stockpile rice before export deals

New rice export rules are driving up costs for traders with pre-contract storage mandates. Several proposed regulations in the draft decree on rice export business are raising costs and increasing capital pressure for new traders. These include requirements to stockpile at least 1,250 tons of rice even without having signed contracts, and the obligation to […]

No rice shortage during lean season, says agri department

By: Jordeene B. Lagare MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines’ rice supply is expected to remain stable during the lean season following a good harvest, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA). In a briefing on Wednesday, Agriculture Assistant Secretary Arnel de Mesa said retail prices of the staple should be steady. He said the is […]

VCCI calls for removing restrictions on rice traders

The condition that traders must own, rather than lease, warehouses for storing rice is inconsistent with market principles. It increases entry costs, creates challenges for small and medium-sized enterprises, and contradicts the spirit of Resolution No. 68-NQ/TW on promoting the private sector, which emphasises “regulation, not prohibition”. HÀ NỘI — The Việt Nam Chamber of […]