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Shivraj Singh sets India’s rice target: reduce acreage by 5 million ha, raise production by 10 mt 

Minister releases world’s first genome edited rice varieties with higher yield, shorter duration. By Prabhudatta Mishra. India has set a target to reduce acreage under rice by 5 million hectares (mh) and raise the production from the reduced area by 10 million tonnes (mt) to expand the cultivation of oilseeds and pulses, two major areas […]

‘Anticipate the Worst’: Minister Says Rice Exports on Hold Despite Record-High Reserves

Reporter Rachel Caroline L. Toruan. TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Minister of Agriculture Amran Sulaiman emphasized that boosting national rice reserves remains the government’s top priority before allowing rice exports, even as production surges and stock levels reach 3.18 million tons. “We need to ensure the strength of our stock first,” Amran stated during a National Coordination […]

Boro harvest cools rice prices, but farmers worry over paddy rates

Shahadat Hossain. In the capital’s wholesale markets, BRRI-28 rice is selling at Tk58–60 per kg, Guti Shorna at Tk53–54, and Paijam at Tk55–57. Highlights: After months of high prices, rice is now becoming cheaper amid the ongoing Boro paddy harvest. However, farmers are concerned about low paddy prices and fear further declines as harvesting peaks. […]

Liberia Showcases Climate-Resilient Rice Varieties to Boost National Food Security

Suakoko, Bong County, Liberia — In a significant stride toward bolstering Liberia’s food and nutrition security, stakeholders from across the agricultural sector gathered on March 17, 2025, at the Central Agricultural Research Institute (CARI) for a vibrant Field Day showcasing ten newly developed upland rice varieties. Organized by AfricaRice in partnership with CARI and the […]

Boro harvest cools rice prices, but farmers worry over paddy rates

Shahadat Hossain In the capital’s wholesale markets, BRRI-28 rice is selling at Tk58–60 per kg, Guti Shorna at Tk53–54, and Paijam at Tk55–57. Highlights: After months of high prices, rice is now on the wane amid the ongoing Boro paddy harvest but farmers are concerned about low paddy prices and fear further declines as harvesting […]

Asia rice: Strong rupee lifts Indian prices despite tepid demand

Reuters BENGALURU, MUMBAI, BANGKOK AND DHAKA: Indian rice prices climbed to a near one-month high this week, bolstered by an appreciation in the Indian rupee despite tepid demand, while Thai rice prices remained steady due to low demand and abundant supply. India’s rice prices for 5% broken parboiled variety was quoted at $390-$397 per ton, […]

Issues facing rice exporters to be resolved: Aurangzeb

Recorder Report KARACHI: Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb has assured to resolve all issues related to rice exports to bring more foreign exchange in the country. Former Chairman of the Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP) and Convener of the FPCCI Standing Committee on Rice, Rafiq Suleman, met with Federal Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb […]

India slaps 20% export duty on parboiled, milled rice for food safety

A 20% export duty on parboiled and milled rice kicks in May 1, 2025, as India aims to secure food stocks and regulate rice trade amid inflation worries. The Ministry of Finance has imposed a 20 per cent export duty on parboiled rice and specific milled rice varieties, with the new rule taking effect from […]

Chinese researchers discover world’s first heat-resistant rice gene.

Gene named QT12 identified by researchers from Huazhong Agricultural University in Wuhan boosts yields by 78%. News Desk Chinese scientists have discovered a key gene that significantly improves rice’s tolerance to extreme heat while preserving grain quality and boosting yields — a breakthrough with major implications for food security amid climate change. The gene, named […]