Delhi to resume non-basmati rice exports as it seeks to expand world market share. NEW DELHI – India is preparing to resume exports of non-basmati white rice as inventories in the world’s biggest exporter of the grain surge and farmers prepare to harvest a new crop. New Delhi set a floor price for non-basmati exports […]
The sight of farmers throwing the basmati produce leaves city residents shocked. Manmeet Singh Gill ,Tribune News Service Anguished over the abysmally low prices being offered to them for basmati, the farmers here scattered the crop on city roads on Saturday and demanded that the government ensure a fair price. The farmers started their protest […]
The move has amended the export policy for non-basmati white rice (semi-milled or wholly milled rice, whether polished or gazed).Written By Nikita Prasad The government on Saturday, September 28, removed the blanket ban on overseas shipments of non-basmati white rice and imposed a minimum export price (MEP) of $490 per tonne. Exports of non-basmati white […]
By Shahmir Kazi Pakistan’s rice exports have emerged as a beacon of hope for the country’s struggling economy, with an approximate 78 percent surge in FY23-24. This remarkable growth has not only bolstered foreign exchange reserves but also showcased the immense potential of the agricultural sector to drive economic recovery. Pakistan exported some 6 million […]
Traditional rice farming presents significant environmental challenges. Practices like burning leftover straw after harvest and submerging fields throughout the growing season waste water and release harmful greenhouse gases, particularly methane, into the atmosphere—impacting both the environment and human health. Fortunately, sustainable alternatives are available. Introducing dry cycles during rice cultivation can greatly reduce carbon emissions. […]
Mizzima The Myanmar Rice Federation (MRF) said that country had no concerns over food security as they had enough rice stocks in hand despite about 5,000 acres of rice farmlands damaged by flood water. Myanmar experienced heavy rainfall across the country caused by the remnants of Typhoon Yagi resulting in flooding in some areas. Rice […]
Thai rice export prices fell to a 14-month low this week due to pressure from weak demand and competition from other rice exporting countries, while Indian price rose slightly on a stronger rupee, despite sluggish demand from Asia and African buyers. Bangkok (VNA) – Thai rice export prices fell to a 14-month low this week […]
Web Desk ISLAMABAD: The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has approved the acquisition of a 50 percent shareholding in Fatima Euricom Rice Mills (Pvt) Ltd by Euricom S.P.A, a leading Italian agribusiness entity. According to a press release issued on Thursday, the acquisition, under the Share Purchase Agreement, demonstrates a major advancement in bringing direct […]
Deal signals growing foreign investment in Pakistan’s agri-business sector and aims to boost rice exports By News Desk The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has approved the acquisition of a 50 per cent shareholding in M/s. Fatima Euricom Rice Mills (Pvt) Ltd by M/s. Euricom S.P.A, a leading agri-business entity based in Italy. Under the […]
BENGALURU/MUMBAI/BANGKOK/HANOI AND BANGLADESH: Thai rice export prices fell to a more-than-one-year low this week pressured by quiet demand and competition from cheaper rivals, while India prices edged higher on a stronger rupee, despite sluggish demand from Asian and African buyers. Thailand’s 5% broken rice was quoted at $550-$560 per ton, the lowest level since July […]
