Posts By CHINADAILY
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44Wheat News in EnglishChina’s wheat procurement off to good start with over 17m tonnes purchased
China’s summer wheat procurement is off to a strong start, with over 17 million tonnes already purchased, outpacing last year’s pace. The...
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599Rice News in EnglishAverage rice price in Japan drops for 1st time in 3 weeks
Japan's average rice price fell for the first time in three weeks, dropping to 4,260 yen per 5 kg in the week...
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91Rice News in EnglishJapanese consumers turn to rice alternatives as prices rise
Japan’s soaring rice prices are reshaping consumer habits and agricultural priorities. With a 5kg bag of rice now costing over ¥4,200 (\$29)—double...
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68Rice News in EnglishThai rice faces tough times amid levies
Thailand must develop high-yield rice varieties and cut production costs to stay competitive amid steep US tariffs. Experts warn Thai rice may...
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297Rice News in EnglishJapan’s rice prices continue to rise despite government intervention
Retail rice prices in Japan climbed for the 14th straight week, reaching ¥4,214 ($29.30) for a 5-kg bag—more than double last year’s...
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235Rice News in EnglishPrivate rice imports surge amid shortages in Japan
In fiscal 2024, Japan's private rice imports surged to a record 991 tons by January's end, driven by domestic shortages and soaring...
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104Rice News in EnglishJapan to auction reserve rice next week
Japan’s Agriculture Ministry will auction 150,000 tons of government reserve rice on March 10 to stabilize market distribution. The rice, reaching wholesalers...
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116Rice News in EnglishChina to expand plantation of ratoon rice by over 666,000 hectares
China plans to expand ratoon rice cultivation by 10 million mu (666,666 hectares) by 2030 to enhance food security. This green, resource-efficient...
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123Maize News in EnglishChina joins hands with global center to enhance maize, wheat yield
China and CIMMYT are deepening crop-breeding cooperation with Africa and South Asia to enhance wheat production and disease resistance. Joint efforts have...
