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Fiji : Govt moves cut rice imports as oil prices rise

Fiji is intensifying efforts to reduce rice imports as rising global oil prices increase shipping, fertiliser and food import costs. Agriculture Minister...

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Sugar News in English

Fiji : Govt backs sugar industry revival efforts

Fiji has revived the Prime Minister’s Sugarcane Farmers’ Mill Awards after more than 40 years to support and recognise cane growers. The...

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Sugar News in English

Fiji : Taskforce formed to address sugarcane lease renewals

Fiji has formed a high-level taskforce to resolve sugarcane lease renewal issues and secure the industry’s future beyond 2030. Over 2,300 leases...

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Sugar News in English

Fiji : Rising fuel prices deepen pressure on sugar sector

Fiji’s sugar industry is under pressure from rising fuel costs, falling global prices, and labor shortages. Higher expenses are cutting farmer incomes...

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Sugar News in English

Fiji : Key meeting today to decide sugarcane payments

Fiji’s sugar sector faces mounting pressure as farmers await delayed payments for last season. Minister Tomasi Tunabuna is set to meet industry...

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Sugar News in English

Fiji : Minister outlines strategy to boost sugar production

Fiji’s Agriculture Minister Tomasi Tunabuna unveiled reforms to revitalise the sugar sector, targeting lower transport costs, better infrastructure, and data-driven production. Plans...

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Rice News in English

Fiji : Agriculture Ministry turns to drones to boost rice production

The Ministry of Agriculture and Waterways is testing agricultural drones at Koronivia Research Station to improve rice farming efficiency and safety. Drones...