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Vietnam’s rice exports to Singapore surge by 28%.

By VNA. Vietnam’s rice exports to Singapore grew 28.45% to S$128.9 million (US$95.2 million) in 2024, making it the city-state’s third largest rice supplier, according to the Vietnam Trade Office in Singapore. The figure represented 28.25% of Singapore’s rice imports for the year. India and Thailand retained the top spots with export revenues of S$148.19 […]

India’s rice exports defy restrictions, hold steady in 2024.

By News Desk. MUMBAI: India’s rice exports held steady in 2024 despite New Delhi’s export curbs, as record high premium basmati rice shipments offset a decline in overseas sales of non-basmati rice, government and industry officials told Reuters. A steady flow of rice from the world’s biggest exporter should help bring down global rice prices […]

Pakistan’s rice exports surge 19% in first half of FY25, projected to hit $4.5bn.

Exporters overcome global trade challenges; Basmati demand drives growth. By News Desk. Pakistan’s rice exports recorded a remarkable 19% growth during the first half of the current fiscal year, despite global trade disruptions and stiff competition from regional players. From July to December 2024, the country exported 3.06 million tons of rice worth $1.87 billion, […]

Food Minister assures no serious issues in rice export.

ISLAMABAD, Jan 21 (APP):Federal Minister for National Food Security & Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain on Tuesday informed the Upper House that there are no significant concerns regarding rice exports, and the government was also focusing to increase the export. Speaking in the Senate of Pakistan on a calling attention notice moved by Senator Sarmad Ali, […]

India’s rice exports defy restrictions, hold steady in 2024.

Reuters. The country exports more rice than the combined shipments of the world’s next four largest exporters, including Thailand, Vietnam, Pakistan and the US. MUMBAI: India’s rice exports held steady in 2024 despite New Delhi’s export curbs, as record high premium basmati rice shipments offset a decline in overseas sales of non-basmati rice, government and […]

Rice exporters overcome challenges as sales grow 19%

Ship 3.06m tons worth $1.87b to overseas markets in Jul-Dec 2024 SHAHRAM HAQ LAHORE: Pakistan has achieved a remarkable progress in rice exports during the first half of the current fiscal year, recording a 19% increase despite facing significant global challenges. This surge in exports is likely to continue in the second half as well. […]

Despite challenges, Battambang surpasses 330 percent rice target.

Nhean Chamrong / Khmer Times The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) Monday reported that Battambang, a leading rice-producing province of Cambodia, exceeded 330 percent of planned capacity last year, overcoming challenges such as water shortage and falling prices. Announcing this during a meeting organised to discuss agricultural production and rice harvest season for […]

Obstacles remain for small rice traders

NEWSPAPER SECTION: Business, WRITER: Phusadee Arunmas A veteran rice exporter backs changes in rice trade policy expected later this month, but he cautioned that small businesses still face significant hurdles to break into international markets. Following the first meeting of the Operational Committee under the 1946 Rice Trading Act (Session 1/2025), Commerce Minister Pichai Naripthaphan […]

Govt eyes Malta as gateway to non-traditional markets.

Counsellor highlights potential for rice, textiles, cement, fruits in Maltese market. Ehtesham Muft. KARACHI: The federal government has appointed Zia Noor as Pakistan’s Honorary Investment Counsellor in Malta, aiming to increase the country’s export footprint in non-traditional markets. As a member state of the European Union, Malta offers significant potential for Pakistani products. Speaking exclusively […]

Việt Nam faces challenges to maintain rice export growth in 2025.

2024 was the sixth consecutive year that Việt Nam recorded growth in rice exports, however this growth is forecast to be difficult to maintain this year. HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam will face many challenges to maintain its rice export growth momentum this year, especially as India resumes its rice exports, according to experts. Việt […]