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DA to act on price manipulation with removal of imported rice labels.

Dominique Nicole Flores. MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) announced on Friday, January 3, that it will soon unveil its plan to remove labels from imported rice following consultations with industry stakeholders. Agriculture Assistant Secretary Arnel de Mesa mentioned in an interview that the DA held its first meeting on Thursday, January 2, […]

As fresh paddy hits market, can it cool spiralling rice prices?

Consumer anger remains unabated and low income families are struggling due to the rising cost of rice. Sheikh Abul Taleb. Despite an abundant harvest and steady imports, the price of rice in Bangladesh is defying seasonal trends and continuing to rise, leaving consumers frustrated and questioning the market dynamics. Newly harvested Aman rice has flooded […]

Rice export sets new record in 2024, but 2025 expected to be tough.

Rice exports set new records in both volume and value in 2024, but a difficult year ahead is on the cards for producers as India resumes export. HÀ NỘI — Rice exports set new records in both volume and value in 2024 but the commodity is expected to face a difficult year ahead as India […]

TARI urged to expand innovations for enhanced rice farming, market access

By Christina Haule , The Guardian. THE Agricultural Research Institute of Tanzania (TARI) has been urged to broaden its innovations to ensure farmers gain not only improved rice farming techniques but also essential knowledge to access reliable markets for their produce. This appeal comes in response to persistent market shortages faced by farmers in Morogoro […]

India presses EU court over basmati rice geographic rights

EU cited international relations’ concerns to deny India access to Pakistan’s documents. By News Desk India has filed an appeal with the European Court of Justice following the European Union’s refusal to grant access to the Annexures accompanying Pakistan’s application for Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status, The News reported citing an Indian news outlet. The […]

Bangladesh issues tender to buy 50,000 T of rice, traders say

Reuters HAMBURG: Bangladesh’s state grains buyer has issued another international tender to purchase 50,000 metric tons of rice, traders said on Friday. The deadline for submission of price offers is Jan. 9. A previously issued tender from Bangladesh also seeking 50,000 tons of rice closes on Jan. 1. The tender continues heavy rice purchasing by […]

D.A. targets rice-pricing manipulation

By PTV NEWS-DAC By Dean Aubrey Caratiquet On Thursday (Dec. 26), Department of Agriculture (DA) Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. announced plans to remove brand labels from imported rice, citing concerns that some industry players are manipulating the system to inflate prices and exploit Filipino consumers. “After conducting a series of market visits, we now […]

Year-end surprise: Vietnam’s rice prices dip after historic export gains

As Vietnam celebrates its most successful year for rice exports, with nearly $5.8 billion in revenue, late-year price drops underscore the volatility of global markets. A record-breaking year for Vietnamese rice According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD), Vietnam exported approximately 9.01 million tons of rice in 2024, generating nearly $5.8 billion […]