Posts By The Hindu Business Line.
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32Ethanol & Bioenergy News in EnglishCentre allocates 5.2 mt of rice for ethanol production in 2025-26
The Centre has announced new prices under the Open Market Sale Scheme (OMSS), raising wheat’s reserve price to ₹2,550/quintal. For ethanol distilleries,...
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43Rice News in EnglishBear grip tightens in global rice market as FAO all rice index falls to near 5-year low
The global rice market remains bearish, with FAO’s rice price index near a five-year low as Thai 5% broken white rice dips...
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67Edible Oil News in EnglishKRBL targets ₹200-300 cr revenue from new blended edible oil business
KRBL Ltd, known for its India Gate basmati rice, has entered the edible oil market with its “India Gate Uplife” range, launching...
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44Maize News in EnglishEarly monsoon to boost crop production, acreage surge 11%: Report
The early monsoon arrival, 10–15 days ahead of schedule, has boosted crop sowing, with acreages up 11%. The shift in cropping patterns...
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41Maize News in English
Kharif 2025 update: Maize, cotton continues to gain area in Karnataka, pulses trails
In Karnataka’s kharif 2025 season, sowing has covered 50.57 lakh hectares (61% of the target), aided by 4% surplus rainfall. Farmers are...
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57Edible Oil News in EnglishEdible oil, sugar consumption fall as fitness campaigns catch on
Edible oil and sugar consumption in India has declined over the past 2–3 months due to factors like high prices, weather changes,...
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83Edible Oil News in EnglishGlobal palm oil prices likely to remain stable in 2025
Palm oil prices in 2025 are expected to remain stable at around MYR 4,150/tonne, despite rising global output. Strong demand from India...
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69Rice News in EnglishHow global geopolitical conflicts are reshaping the Basmati rice trade
India’s Basmati rice exports face rising uncertainty due to Middle East tensions, especially involving Iran, its top buyer. Geopolitical instability impacts demand,...
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77Rice News in EnglishRegenerative agriculture: The future of India’s cultivation practices
India’s Green Revolution boosted food security but harmed soil, water, and crop diversity. Regenerative agriculture offers a sustainable alternative, restoring ecosystems while...
