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Hydrogen-rich irrigation standards released for rice.

by Hu Min / Qingpu District China’s first hydrogen-rich rice planting technical specifications were launched this month in Qingpu, marking a solid step for the district in promoting hydrogen-rich irrigation technology. The release of standards and the application of this innovative technology has contributed to significant yield increases and quality improvement in rice cultivation in […]

India presses EU court over basmati rice geographic rights

EU cited international relations’ concerns to deny India access to Pakistan’s documents. By News Desk India has filed an appeal with the European Court of Justice following the European Union’s refusal to grant access to the Annexures accompanying Pakistan’s application for Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status, The News reported citing an Indian news outlet. The […]

India exports 200,000 tonnes of rice to Bangladesh.

In a telephonic conversation, the official told ANI, “There is no shortage of rice in Bangladesh at this moment. However, due to recent severe floods, the government has decided to import rice in order to avoid the crisis in the future.” Dhaka [Bangladesh], December 27 (ANI): Bangladesh interim government has started importing rice from India. […]

Bangladesh issues tender to buy 50,000 T of rice, traders say

Reuters HAMBURG: Bangladesh’s state grains buyer has issued another international tender to purchase 50,000 metric tons of rice, traders said on Friday. The deadline for submission of price offers is Jan. 9. A previously issued tender from Bangladesh also seeking 50,000 tons of rice closes on Jan. 1. The tender continues heavy rice purchasing by […]

Rice exports surge after easing of curbs

The agricultural and processed food products exports development authority (APEDA) has set an export target of $ 26.56 billion for FY25. Written by Sandip Das India’s exports of agricultural and processed food products rose by over 8% to $14.01 billion during the April-November periods of the current fiscal year compared to FY24 after the government […]

India comes to Pakistan- friendly Yunus’ rescue, to send first shipment of….

Bangladesh had welcomed two ships from Karachi port twice in the past few days. On November 13, a container-carrying ship arrived at Chittagong port. This had happened for the first time since Bangladesh’s Independence. By Vikas Mehta The interim government of Bangladesh is all set to receive its first consignment of rice imported from India. […]

Asia rice: Rupee plunge pulls Indian rice rates to 17-month low.

Reuters Indian rice export prices extended declines to a 17-month low this week on depreciation in rupee to a record low, and demand remained muted in key hubs during the holiday period. Top exporter India’s 5% broken parboiled variety was quoted at $439-$445 per ton this week, down from the last week’s $440-$446. While, Indian […]

Year-end surprise: Vietnam’s rice prices dip after historic export gains

As Vietnam celebrates its most successful year for rice exports, with nearly $5.8 billion in revenue, late-year price drops underscore the volatility of global markets. A record-breaking year for Vietnamese rice According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD), Vietnam exported approximately 9.01 million tons of rice in 2024, generating nearly $5.8 billion […]