The Hindu Business Line., Author at AgriInsite

Palm oil meet calls for science-guided public understanding of the edible oil in India

The Palm Oil Conclave 2025 in Bhopal highlighted the need for science-based communication to counter misinformation about palm oil. Speakers stressed sustainability,...

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Rice News in English

EU poised to curb rice imports from India, Pakistan and other Asian nations

The EU plans to curb rice imports from India, Pakistan and other Asian suppliers through an automatic safeguard mechanism triggering MFN tariffs...

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

Auto industry, ethanol makers agree on continuation of 20% blending for now

Ethanol producers, auto firms, and the government are maintaining 20% blending for stability, while pushing flex-fuel vehicles as the long-term solution. Distilleries...

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Sugar News in English

India contracts over 100,000 tonnes of sugar for export, more likely amid weakening INR

Indian sugar mills have already contracted over 100,000 tonnes for export after the government allowed 1.5 million tonnes for 2025-26. Shipments begin...

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Rice News in English

Rice procurement in Punjab, Haryana ends, pan-India purchase up 13% in October-November

Rice procurement reached 194.14 lakh tonnes by november 30, up 12.7 percent as higher purchases in telangana, tamil nadu, and andhra pradesh...

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

India achieved ethanol blending of 19.2% during ESY 2024-25

During ESY 2024-25, India achieved 19.2% ethanol blending in petrol, reaching 19.97% in October 2025 with 77 crore litres in storage. OMCs...

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Sugar News in English

Sugar production up 50% in Oct–Nov; millers seek higher export quota

India’s sugar output reached 41.35 lt in October–November, driven by Maharashtra’s sharp rise. Cane crushing and recovery improved, while full-season net output...