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India rice prices extend declines on rupee plunge

Reuters MUMBAI/ HANOI /BANGKOK/BANGLADESH: Prices of rice exported from top hub India fell for a third straight week, hitting a 15-month low, due to rupee depreciation and increased supply. India’s 5% broken parboiled variety was quoted at $440-$447 per metric ton this week, the lowest since July 2023 and down from last week’s $442-$449. Indian […]

Rice exporter honoured at World Rice Conference 2024

MANILA: The Embassy of Pakistan in Manila is pleased to announce that Pakistani rice exporter Fuad Garib has been awarded the Best Market Achievement Award at the World Rice Conference 2024. This recognition marks the first time a Pakistani rice company has received this award on an international platform, a significant achievement for Pakistan’s rice […]

PH to benefit from India’s removal of MEP on rice exports

By: Jordeene B. Lagare The Philippines stands to benefit from the Indian government’s move to scrap the floor price on its rice exports as the recent development is expected to stabilize retail prices and supply of rice. Rowena Sadicon, founder of the Philippine Rice Information System, said the removal of the minimum export price (MEP) […]

Thai rice exports face pressure as India lifts export ban

Thai rice exporters are bracing for increased competition as India’s decision to lift its export restrictions threatens to drive down global prices, the Rice Exporters Association of Thailand has warned. Despite the looming challenges, October exports are expected to reach at least 700,000 tonnes, according to Lt Col Charoen Laothamatas, the association’s president. This robust […]

Indian rice lowest offer in Bangladesh tender for 50,000 T

Synopsis Bangladesh received a lowest offer of $477 per tonne for 50,000 tonnes of rice from India in a tender aimed at securing supplies after devastating floods. While the offer is under consideration, the government plans to import a total of 500,000 tonnes and allow private imports to combat soaring food prices. The lowest price […]

High-Yielding & Stress-Tolerant Seed Varieties can Enhance Productivity by upto 15-20%: Industry leaders

Industry leaders at the FSII meet in Chandigarh urged Punjab to adopt high-yield, stress-tolerant rice varieties to enhance productivity and sustainability, highlighting the need for policy support and farmer education. KJ Staff To address the challenges of rice productivity in Punjab and ensure the rice bowl of the country retains its pride, industry leaders on […]