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Rice prices in Japan go up again, effects of releasing government-stockpiled rice wanes after 3 months

Although production is expected to exceed demand, intense competition among dealers, to acquire rice means prices will likely remain high. The Yomiuri Shimbun – The Japan News TOKYO – The retail price of rice is increasing once again, nearing the record high. Though rice prices temporarily dropped to the ¥3,500 range per 5-kilogram bag, the […]

Japan’s 1-Yr Rice Demand through Next June Estimated at Max 7.1 M. Tons

Tokyo, Sept. 19 (Jiji Press)–Demand for staple rice in Japan is likely to total 6.97 million to 7.11 million tons in the year through June 2026, down slightly or unchanged from the previous year’s real demand, the agriculture ministry said Friday. The ministry’s food council subgroup came up with the key one-year estimate about two […]

Drop in Indian rice production may be marginal in Punjab 

Yield in areas not affected by floods and rain likely to be higher, say State official. By Prabhudatta Mishra Punjab may see only a fall in rice production after the floods destroyed the paddy crop in about 2 lakh hectares, said a senior state official. The yield in non-affected areas is likely to be higher, […]

India’s push for EU trade deal hit by basmati rice dispute: Financial Times

Brussels plays for time as New Delhi and neighbouring Pakistan press competing claims to grain’s protected status. By Financial Times A dispute over the protected status of basmati rice is adding to tensions between India and Pakistan, threatening to complicate New Delhi’s push for a trade deal with the EU. The South Asian rivals are […]

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”, […]

New modern rice farming communities boost agriculture in Battambang

Mom Kunthea / Khmer Times Three modern rice farming communities have been established in three districts of Battambang province. This initiative is expected to encourage the creation of similar communities across the country in the future. The three modern rice farming communities, including Moung Ruessei, Banan, and Thmor Koul districts, were mentioned by Khim Finan, […]

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 […]

Senegal’s rice production growth fails to curb rising import dependence

With needs reaching 2.2 million tonnes, imports mainly from Asia and particularly India, have made it possible to satisfy consumers’ appetite. SENEGAL – Senegal’s rice sector has recorded remarkable progress over the past decade, but despite significant gains in domestic output, the country’s dependence on imports continues to widen. Official figures from the National Agency […]

Palay production outlook up to 3.94-M MT in Q3

By Stephanie Sevillano MANILA – Local palay (unhusked rice) production in the Philippines is projected to rise in the third quarter of 2025, according to the latest outlook from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) released on Tuesday. “The estimated palay production based on standing crop for July to September 2025 may increase to 3.94 million […]

Moving towards sustainable green agriculture

Under the pressure of climate change and market demands, low-emission crop production is seen as an inevitable trend. Tran Van Chung, Director of Phat Tai Agricultural Cooperative in Chau Thanh Commune, Vinh Long Province, said that for the summer-autumn crop of 2024, the cooperative began piloting rice cultivation under the project titled “Sustainable development of […]