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Paving the way for climate action: How a new digital system is transforming rice farming in Viet Nam

Eisen Bernard Bernardo In Viet Nam rice is more than a staple crop—it’s a cornerstone of life and a major driver of the country’s economy. But its cultivation also accounts for a significant portion of the country’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, particularly methane. To meet its climate commitments, outlined in their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), […]

Thailand’s rice exports fall sharply

By John Reidy BANGKOK, THAILAND — Thailand’s rice exports have dropped off sharply this year amid intense competition and currency headwinds that have hurt price competitiveness, according to a report from the Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) of the US Department of Agriculture. Thailand’s year-to-date rice exports as of Aug. 17 totaled 3.87 million tonnes, down […]

Floodhit Pakistan, India face rising Basmati prices

Reuters MUMBAI/KARACHI: Heavy rains and widespread flooding in basmati rice-growing regions of Pakistan and India have raised concerns over output of the premium staple, driving prices higher as supplies are expected to fall. Pakistan and India exclusively grow aromatic basmati rice, which sells for nearly twice the price of regular varieties and is primarily imported […]

Arkansas rice harvest 39% complete

By Meghan Grebner Rice harvest is more than half complete for northeast Arkansas farmer Scott Matthews. “The yields have been strong,” he says. “We’re a little worried about the quality, specifically the milling, because we had a really hot summer and sometimes hot weather, especially hot nighttime temperatures, affect the milling.” Statewide, rice harvest is […]

Rice price hike: Now middle-class also feels the heat

MIR MOSTAFIZUR RAHAMAN In a country where the average household’s diet depends overwhelmingly on rice, its price is more than an economic signal; it is a barometer of political stability, social equity, and the state’s administrative competence. Over the past year, the prices of rice, the main staple, has confounded expectations. Despite bumper harvests, record […]

Monsoon improves India’s maize, rice crop forecasts

Source: Feedlot The 2025 southwest monsoon in India has been timely, uniform and quite abundant, which contributed to an increase in the area under the fall crop, in particular for rice and corn, according to a report by the Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) of the US Department of Agriculture. According to FAS, in most regions […]

Rice Exporters Reject Claims of 60% Damage to Punjab’s Rice Crop

By Business Desk The Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP) has downplayed concerns over large-scale devastation to Punjab’s rice crop caused by recent floods, projecting that the damage is limited to just 10 to 12 percent. This assessment counters exaggerated claims of up to 60 percent crop loss, which REAP has dismissed as baseless and […]

Global rice export prices decline w-o-w as demand slows; India bucks’ trend

Global rice export prices (indicative FOB) slid w-o-w during the week ending 31 August 2025, under pressure from subdued demand. However, Indian export prices remained steady at $380/tonne (t), showing no change from the previous week. Pakistan’s prices dipped by $2/t w-o-w to $357/t, while Thailand recorded a sharper decline of $6/t to $370/t — […]

Punjab floods affect 10–12% of rice crop, says REAP

Association calls for verified reports to maintain confidence of international buyers. By Monitoring Desk The Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP) has estimated that recent floods in Punjab have impacted only 10 to 12% of the province’s rice crop, disputing claims of widespread damage. Senior Vice Chairman Javed Jilani Jilani noted that while some areas […]

DFT leads Thai rice exporters to Japan to boost trade relations

The Department of Foreign Trade (DFT) is set to lead a delegation of public and private sector representatives to Japan to strengthen rice trade relations and maintain Thailand’s market share. Arada Fuangtong, director-general of the DFT, said that from September 7 to 11 the ministry would bring Thai rice exporters to Tokyo to meet Japanese […]