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Philippine President Marcos extends rice import ban until yearend

President Marcos has extended the rice import ban until year-end to support farmgate palay prices. The Department of Agriculture said the move...

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Rice News in English

New tech, cultivation methods used to boost Japan’s rice yields, but retail prices still over 30 percent higher than 2024

Japan’s rice crisis continues despite the new harvest season, with retail prices near record highs. Farmers are turning to mechanization, automation, and...

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Rice News in English

Stink bug outbreak across Japan sparks rice price concerns

Rice-eating stink bugs are spreading rapidly across Japan due to extreme heat and warmer winters, threatening the government’s push to boost rice...

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Wheat News in English

Pakistan : Punjab to release wheat stocks to curb rising prices

Punjab plans to release 0.89 m tonnes of wheat at Rs 2,900 per 40 kg to curb soaring prices above Rs 3,100....

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Rice News in English

Indonesia raises rice price cap despite increased stock

Indonesia has raised the ceiling retail price for medium rice to Rp 13,500/kg under a new decree, easing pressure on mills hit...

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Rice News in English

Japan’s rice curbs to be ended in policy reversal, as PM Ishiba to push for larger harvests

Japan will boost rice output amid soaring prices caused by a production shortfall. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba plans direct payments to eco-friendly...

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70,000 rice-related businesses in Japan to be surveyed

TOKYO – Japan’s agriculture ministry will survey 70,000 rice-related businesses to investigate rising rice prices and shortages, Agriculture Minister Shinjiro Koizumi announced....