The Hindu Business Line., Author at AgriInsite

Edible oil imports decline by 8.78% in the first 8 months of current oil year

India's edible oil imports fell 8.78% to 92.08 lakh tonnes in Nov–June 2024–25 due to lower palm and sunflower oil imports. Soybean...

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

Centre 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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Rice News in English

Bear 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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Edible Oil News in English

KRBL 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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Maize News in English

Early 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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Maize 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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Edible Oil News in English

Edible 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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Edible Oil News in English

Global 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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Rice News in English

How 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,...