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Haryana Faces Farmer Unrest Over Alleged MSP and Paddy Procurement Scam

By The 420 Web Desk Kurukshetra: In a sharply worded open letter to top political leaders, the Bharatiya Kisan Union (Charuni) has accused Haryana’s rice millers, government officials, and procurement agencies of collusion in a large-scale scam that allegedly defrauded thousands of farmers during the ongoing paddy procurement season. Allegations of Collusion and Systemic Exploitation […]

Thai rice prices extend slump to 18-year low

Thai prices hit lowest since October 2007, as demand from Asian, African buyers remains weak WRITER: Reuters Thailand’s rice export prices fell for the fifth straight week to an 18-year low, while Indian prices held near their lowest level in more than nine years this week, as top exporters struggled to secure any major deals […]

ASIA RICE-Thai prices extend slump to 18-year low as demand falters

ASIA-RICE/ (REPEAT):RPT-ASIA RICE-Thai prices extend slump to 18-year low as demand falters. Reuters By Anushree Mukherjee Oct 16 (Reuters) – Thailand’s rice export prices fell for the fifth straight week to an eighteen year low, while Indian prices held near their lowest level in more than nine years this week, as top exporters struggled to […]

Cibus, AgVayã partner to bring rice gene editing to India

By Susan Reidy SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, US — Cibus, which specializes in development and licensing of gene-edited plant traits, and AgVayā, a strategic growth advisory firm, entered an agreement to accelerate the introduction of Cibus’ gene editing technologies into India’s rice seed industry. Working through AgVayā, Cibus will actively partner with industry and government stakeholders […]

Why are Punjab rice shellers buying hybrid paddy despite protests earlier and a ban?

Experts and farmer unions demand a consistent and science-backed policy on hybrid paddy rather than reactive bans and sudden market shifts that leave both farmers and millers in the lurch. Written by Anju Agnihotri Chaba Making a surprise shift from their strong opposition last year, rice shellers in Punjab are now storing government-procured hybrid paddy […]

India Eyes Global Leadership in Rice Exports with Bold 5-Year Strategy

India plans to double its agricultural exports over the next five years, targeting new global markets for rice. Minister Pralhad Joshi emphasized reforms in the public distribution system while congratulating the Indian Rice Exporters Federation for its role in advancing India’s agri-market stature. Devdiscourse News Desk India has unveiled an ambitious five-year plan to double […]

Govt offloads a record 5.6 MT of rice to bulk buyers

India’s central rice stock continues to surge past 47 million tonnes (MT), significantly above the buffer norm, despite record open market sales, ethanol, and welfare scheme allocations. Written by Sandip Das The government’s central-pool rice stocks continue to surge despite record offloading of grain through open market sale, liberal allocations to states, and for ethanol […]

India’s rice revolution begins: Scientists engineer varieties built for drought and efficiency

Agronomy Indian rice farming may soon enter a new era of productivity and sustainability. In a breakthrough that could redefine how the nation grows its staple crop, scientists from the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) have unveiled advanced rice lines capable of delivering higher yields while consuming […]

Rice Cultivation in India, Map, Requirement, Methods, Growth

Know about rice cultivation in India including its types, growth seasons, ideal climate, major producing states, production trends, and global export details By Prafulla Vats Rice is an integral component of India’s dietary and agricultural identity. As the staple food for the majority of the Indian population, it occupies a central position not only in […]

KisanKraft launches pan-India campaign to promote ‘dry direct seeded rice’ technology

Launching October 10 in Sitapur, the campaign will cover 10 states, promoting DDSR to cut water use by 50%, lower costs, and reduce methane emissions while sustaining yields. By BL Mangaluru Bureau KisanKraft will launch a nationwide awareness and education campaign to promote its ‘dry direct seeded rice’ (DDSR) technology. The initiative will start on […]