Yield in areas not affected by floods and rain likely to be higher, say State official. By Prabhudatta Mishra Punjab may see only a fall in rice production after the floods destroyed the paddy crop in about 2 lakh hectares, said a senior state official. The yield in non-affected areas is likely to be higher, […]
Chea Vanyuth and Sum Manet / Khmer Times Synopsis: The optimistic forecast comes on the heels of strong export performance in the first eight months of the year, placing Cambodia well within reach of its ambitious year-end target. Cambodia is on track to export more than 700,000 tonnes of milled rice by the end of […]
Brussels plays for time as New Delhi and neighbouring Pakistan press competing claims to grain’s protected status. By Financial Times A dispute over the protected status of basmati rice is adding to tensions between India and Pakistan, threatening to complicate New Delhi’s push for a trade deal with the EU. The South Asian rivals are […]
Nyein Nyein The Myanmar Rice Federation (MRF) asked member exporting companies to continue buying rice and paddy and to send a weekly inventory list to the MRF.The harvest season of early matured paddy has started this year. Yet, demand for rice and paddy is declining, raising farmers’ concerns. The statement of the federation analyzed possible […]
The farmers expressed their desire to dedicate their organic harvest for the daily bhog and prasad, ensuring purity in the offerings while promoting sustainable agriculture. Express News Service SAMBALPUR: In a heart-warming initiative, farmers from Padmapur in Bargarh district have come forward to supply organically-grown rice for the daily rituals and offerings at Samaleswari temple. […]
Mom Kunthea / Khmer Times Three modern rice farming communities have been established in three districts of Battambang province. This initiative is expected to encourage the creation of similar communities across the country in the future. The three modern rice farming communities, including Moung Ruessei, Banan, and Thmor Koul districts, were mentioned by Khim Finan, […]
Local News In an impressive display of agricultural prowess, Cambodia has earned approximately USD 348.18 million from the export of nearly 473,000 tons of rice in the first eight months of 2025. This significant achievement was reported by the Cambodian Rice Federation on August 10, 2025. From January to August, 51 rice exporting companies facilitated […]
By: Jordeene B. Lagare MANILA, Philippines – Global rice prices are projected to drop by 7.9 percent this year on the back of ample supplies, particularly from India, according to a research unit of Fitch Solutions. In a report, BMI slashed its forecast for Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT)-listed second-month rough rice futures in 2025 […]
Scientific breeding and private innovation propelled Vietnam’s exports, but branding battles now threaten progress. Once a nation reliant on imported rice and low-yield local varieties, Vietnam has transformed into a global rice export powerhouse. This success story is largely credited to advancements in rice breeding, resulting in high-yield, disease-resistant varieties that are now recognized among […]
AA News Desk Rice prices in Khulna have surged abnormally, ranging from Tk 53 to Tk 80 per kilogram, despite sufficient stock and smooth supply across the district. Officials said rice mills hold ample reserves, while 84,000 metric tons are stored in 10 government warehouses. A bumper boro harvest, regular OMS (Open Market Sale) distribution, […]
