Sri Lanka State Trading (General) Corporation stated that the first batch of rice imported by the Government will arrive in the country by December 16. Under this, bids have been invited to import 5,200 metric tonnes of rice initially. Importers have been given the opportunity to bring another 5,200 metric tonnes and 20,800 metric tonnes […]
By Web Desk RIYADH: Pakistani rice exports to Saudi Arabia’s market have seen a 25% increase, with exports reaching $4 billion in 2024. The quality of Pakistani rice has gained significant popularity among Saudi consumers. As per details, the exporters are optimistic that rice exports are likely to rise to $4.5 billion by 2025. Pakistani […]
Higher import tariffs on rice lead to larger price spikes across the year, experts observed at a BIDS seminar on Sunday. A robust production, coupled with the government intervention through procurement and sales, could keep the rice market stable, according to a study conducted by the IFPRI researchers. The report, titled ‘Rice Markets and Price […]
Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce set a rice export target of 7.5 million tonnes for 2025, declining from an estimated 10 million tonnes this year. Bangkok (VNA) – Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce set a rice export target of 7.5 million tonnes for 2025, declining from an estimated 10 million tonnes this year. Arada Fuangtong, Director-General of […]
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is set to rollout the KADIWA ng Pangulo’s Rice-for-All program to select public markets in the National Capital Region to provide affordable rice options for consumers and help curb high retail prices. “The DA, in partnership with the Food Terminal Inc., will deploy KADIWA ng Pangulo kiosks in major public […]
ECONOMYNEXT – Facing a possible supply shortage in rice in the first quarter of 2025, Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met small and medium-scale rice mill owners to discuss continuous and affordable supply of rice to consumers in the coming months, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said. The meeting comes days after heavy rains […]
PM Shehbaz, Malaysian premier resolve trade issues in bilateral talks. By Monitoring Desk. Malaysia has agreed to adjust its tariffs on Pakistani rice imports, bringing them in line with rates applied to rice imports from other sources. According to a media report, the decision follows recent discussions between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Malaysian Prime […]
For the rice industry, this will open up opportunities for innovation, marketing, and catering to a customer base that values premium experiences in every bite. By Vikram Marwaha Rice has been a staple food for centuries, but it has become a symbol of refinement and indulgence from a basic necessity in today’s evolving culinary landscape. […]
The Ministry of Industry and Trade expresses optimism about the resumption of rice exports to China , which used to be Vietnam’s largest importer of rice but has seen a decline in its imports. The Ministry of Industry and Trade will organize a trade delegation to Guangdong and Hunan provinces in China from December 2 […]
By: Julie M. Aurelio – Amid the quicker uptick in rice prices in October, the National Economic and Development Authority (Neda) said it would submit its recommendations to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday to decide on rice import tariffs. Economic Planning Secretary Arsenio Balisacan, concurrent Neda director general, did not specify the recommendation, but […]
