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UP Govt: Paddy Rebate for 15 Lakh Farmers

Uttar Pradesh has introduced a 1% recovery rebate on non-hybrid paddy, similar to the existing concession on hybrid varieties. The decision, costing...

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Rice News in English

India Rice Exports to Rise 10% in FY26: APEDA Chairman

India’s rice exports are expected to grow over 10% this fiscal due to strong global demand, APEDA Chairman Abhishek Dev said. India...

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Sugar News in English

Sugar Export: Govt Considers Allowing Exports

The government is considering allowing sugar exports in 2025-26 due to surplus stocks caused by lower diversion for ethanol. Sugar output is...

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Sugar News in English

Sugarcane Prospects Bright, Export Quotas Urged

Food Secretary Sanjeev Chopra said India’s sugarcane outlook is strong, urging industry consensus on allocating export quotas only to mills shipping directly....

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Maize News in English

Godrej Agrovet Launches Ashitaka Herbicide for Maize

Godrej Agrovet Ltd, in partnership with ISK Japan, has launched **‘Ashitaka’**, a new herbicide for maize crops. Initially rolled out in Telangana,...

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Sugar News in English

AISTA Seeks Sugar Export Quota Reform

AISTA has urged the government to allocate sugar export quotas only to mills shipping from their own facilities, citing unexported stocks under...

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Rice News in English

US Tariffs on Indian Rice: Temporary Hurdle, Says IREF

India’s rice exporters view the new 25% US tariff, effective August 1, as a short-term challenge. The Indian Rice Exporters Federation says...

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Edible Oil News in English

India Ramps Up Palm Oil Imports Ahead of Festivals

Indian vegetable oil importers are increasing palm oil purchases ahead of the festive season, taking advantage of falling global prices and reduced...