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Rice output to rise 45.8pc if full potential tapped

JAHIDUL ISLAM Rice production in Bangladesh remains at 4.8 tonnes per hectare, 1.2 to 2.2 tonnes below the potential yield of 6-7 tonnes, due to constraints such as cultivation of low-yield paddy varieties, according to the final report of the taskforce on sustainable development formed by the planning ministry. Addressing the ongoing challenges would help […]

Rice and broken rice export earns US$1331.899million in last year

Global New Light of Myanmar Rice and broken rice export to nearly 50 destinations in last year earned US$1331.899 million, said Myanmar Rice Federation in a statement. 103 companies exported rice and broken rice totalling 2,767,414 tonnes to 49 countries, earning US$1331.899 million. MRF has worked on rice and broken rice export in accordance with […]

Asia Rice: Muted demand and rising supply keep Indian, Thai rates steady.

Reuters. MUMBAI, BANGKOK AND BANGLADESH: Prices of rice shipped from top exporter India were steady at an 18-month low while Thai rates were also unchanged from last week, amid muted demand and rising supplies. India’s 5% broken parboiled variety was quoted at $429-$435 per metric ton this week, unchanged from last week. Indian 5% broken […]

European Union issues quality alerts on Pakistan’s rice exports.

In a standing committee meeting, it was revealed the EU issued over 100 alerts concerning Pakistan’s rice exports. News Desk A recent revelation has brought to light that substandard and counterfeit rice has been exported from Pakistan to the European Union (EU). The issue was discussed in a meeting of the National Assembly’s Standing Committee […]

FPCCI rice committee addresses key challenges, opportunities to boost exports.

By Our Correspondent. KARACHI: The Central Standing Committee on Rice Production & Export Promotion, chaired by Rafique Suleman, convened a crucial meeting at the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) to discuss pressing issues and future opportunities for the rice sector. Suleman, former chairperson of the Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP), […]

Consumers urged to report overpriced rice.

By GMA Integrated News. The Department of Agriculture (DA) urged the public to report overpriced rice amid the looming declaration of a food security emergency. “Reminder, we have #DABantayPresyo. If you notice unusually high prices, take a picture and send it using that hashtag,” Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said in a statement on […]

ASIA/PHILIPPINES – A cap on the price of rice: the government’s measure to prevent speculation.

Manila (Agenzia Fides) – In an effort to curb the rise in rice prices, the Manila government has set a limit of 58 pesos per kilogram for imported rice, after carrying out “extensive consultations” with importers, retailers and government agencies. The measure, which came into effect on January 20, provides for a gradual reduction in […]

Why rice prices keep rising even after a good harvest.

Shahadat Hossain Market watchers cite poor stock, less procurement from the local market, and delays in import decisions created the scope for market manipulation amid lax monitoring of the market. Rice prices gaining Tk4-8 per kilogram just in a month that coincides with the arrival of the new Aman harvest come as a surprising shock […]

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 […]

DA eyes partnership with retail chains to expand rice distribution.

By: Dianne Sampang. MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) is eyeing the country’s major retail chains to distribute affordable rice nationwide, emphasizing their crucial role in reaching many consumers. A statement on Thursday said that DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. met with representatives of major retail chains on Tuesday to discuss the […]