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Thailand’s Rice Exports Surge in Australia, Exceeding Expectations

The Department of Foreign Trade (DTF) has announced a significant boost in the popularity of Thai rice in Australia, following a highly successful promotional campaign at a major food expo in Sydney. The campaign, which was part of the Fine Food Australia 2025 trade show from 8-11 September, drew over 2,000 visitors to the Thai […]

India rice prices hit three-year low on weak demand, abundant stocks

Reuters BENGALURU, HANOI, MUMBAI, BANGKOK AND DHAKA: Prices of rice exported from India fell to their lowest level in more than three years this week, pressured by subdued demand and abundant supply, while Vietnamese rates declined to a one-month low. India’s 5 percent broken parboiled variety was quoted this week at USD354-USD362 per ton, down […]

DA chief mulls extension of rice import freeze

Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. said he is inclined to recommend to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. an extension of the current rice importation moratorium by at least 15 days, citing improvements in local palay prices since the temporary ban was put in place. The rice importation suspension, ordered by President Marcos, covers the […]

India’s rice stocks hit record, wheat at four-year high

By Rajendra Jadhav MUMBAI, Sept 17 (Reuters) – India’s rice stocks in government warehouses climbed over 14% from a year earlier to a record high for early September, while wheat inventories reached a four-year peak on stronger buying from farmers, official data showed on Wednesday. Record rice stocks will support higher exports by the world’s […]

Record rice crop brings optimism but falling global prices pose challenges

Guyana’s rice sector is poised for another record harvest in 2025, but while farmers and millers are celebrating strong yields, the international market is proving less favourable, with falling prices and a global glut creating serious challenges for exporters. President Dr. Irfaan Ali on Tuesday said that global rice production is at an “all-time high”, […]

Japan starts early release of tax-free rice imports to cool prices

Japan’s government is releasing tax-free imported rice into the market earlier than usual this year. The move is part of efforts to cap prices of the grain, which remain at unusually high levels. The government is obliged to import about 770,000 tons of rice duty-free each year under a system called “minimum access.” Of the […]

Global rice prices to continue downtrend, BMI says  

By: Jordeene B. Lagare MANILA, Philippines – Global rice prices are projected to drop by 7.9 percent this year on the back of ample supplies, particularly from India, according to a research unit of Fitch Solutions. In a report, BMI slashed its forecast for Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT)-listed second-month rough rice futures in 2025 […]

U.S. Rice Outlook 2025/26: Higher Stocks, Lower Prices

Kedia Advisory – The USDA’s September report projects larger U.S. rice supplies for 2025/26, driven by higher beginning stocks, imports, and production, while exports and domestic use are reduced. Beginning stocks rose 3.4 million cwt to 53.9 million, the highest since 1987. Production increased slightly despite a lower yield of 7,559 pounds per acre. Total […]

Rice prices soar despite adequate supply in Khulna

AA News Desk Rice prices in Khulna have surged abnormally, ranging from Tk 53 to Tk 80 per kilogram, despite sufficient stock and smooth supply across the district. Officials said rice mills hold ample reserves, while 84,000 metric tons are stored in 10 government warehouses. A bumper boro harvest, regular OMS (Open Market Sale) distribution, […]