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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 […]

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 […]

Guyana sees record rice crop amidst falling global prices

Times Staff 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 […]

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”, […]

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, […]

Indonesia projects 3.5M ton rice surplus in 2025, no imports needed

Jakarta (ANTARA) – Deputy Agriculture Minister Sudaryono confirmed that national rice production in 2025 is projected to record a surplus of 3.5 million tons, ensuring sufficient domestic supply without the need for imports until the end of the year. “According to data from Statistics Indonesia (BPS), by the end of December 2025, rice production is […]

Vietnam’s rice exports remain stable despite import pauses by Philippines, Indonesia

By VNA Vietnam’s rice exports are unlikely to be significantly affected in the short term, said acting Minister of Agriculture and Environment Tran Duc Thang following reports that the Philippines and Indonesia have temporarily suspended rice imports since early September. The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MAE) will report to the Prime Minister, seeking directives […]

Gov’t to supply 25,000 tons of additional rice for price stabilization

By Yonhap The agriculture ministry said Friday it will supply an additional 25,000 tons of rice from its reserves of the staple grain to help stabilize soaring prices sparked by a supply shortage. The decision came as the producer price of a 40-kilogram bag of rice surpassed 220,000 won ($158) for the first time in […]

Indonesia projects 3.5M ton rice surplus in 2025, no imports needed

Jakarta (ANTARA) – Deputy Agriculture Minister Sudaryono confirmed that national rice production in 2025 is projected to record a surplus of 3.5 million tons, ensuring sufficient domestic supply without the need for imports until the end of the year. “According to data from Statistics Indonesia (BPS), by the end of December 2025, rice production is […]