The Hindu Business Line.

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  Rice News in English

  Hybrid rice acreage likely to increase this kharif cropping season 

  Hybrid rice cultivation in India is expected to grow this kharif season, with a 6–8% increase in acreage driven by better yields...

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  Edible Oil News in English

  Cottonseed oil gains momentum as industry targets southern markets

  India’s cottonseed oil trade seeks to replicate Gujarat’s success across the South, emphasizing branding, storytelling, and policy support. At the 2025 Cottonseed...

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  Sugar News in English

  Sugar availability narrows, early crushing next season may help supply 

  As of July 31, sugar mills held 90.58 lakh tonnes of stock, with the government allocating 22.5 lt for August sales. This...

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  Rice News in English

  US tariff threatens Indian rice prices and diaspora consumption

  A 25% US tariff on Indian goods may push up prices of popular rice varieties like Sona Masuri, say Indian diaspora consumers....

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  Edible Oil News in English

  Food vs fuel debate may emerge again, fears edible oil industry 

  Global edible oil prices are rising, and industry leaders warn this could spark a renewed food vs fuel debate. Indonesia, a major...

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  Maize News in English

  Sharp rise in maize diversion for ethanol blending kicks-off concern

  India’s maize use for ethanol has surged from 8 to 128 lakh tonnes in two years, now over 34% of total output....

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  Rice News in English

  Indian Govt to reduce broken rice percentage in 50 lakh tonnes of FCI stock

  After a successful pilot in four states, the Centre will segregate broken grains in 50 lt of rice this year. This move...

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  Edible Oil News in English

  Godrej Agrovet eyes big oil palm plantation potential in north-eastern states 

  Godrej Agrovet aims to expand its oil palm cultivation area by 60,000 hectares by 2030, targeting a total of 130,000 hectares. Half...

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  Maize News in English

  Maize acreage up 15% till July 21, seen heading for a new high as farmers expand area 

  Maize cultivation in India has surged 15% this kharif season, reaching 71.21 lakh hectares by July 21, up from 61.73 lakh hectares...