Thailand’s rice exports fell 19% in the first half of 2026 as cheaper Cambodian jasmine rice intensified competition, especially in the U.S....
Malaysia has sufficient rice stocks of 1.237 million tonnes to meet domestic demand for at least six months. The government is supporting...
The Philippines will continue rice imports in 2026 to offset an expected 750,000-tonne El Niño-related production loss and strengthen reserves. The decision...
Indian rice export prices remained near a 10-month high on El Niño-driven supply concerns and rising paddy prices, while Thai prices reached...
Rice prices in Bengaluru have risen sharply, with Sona Masoori, Bullet, and Jeera Fine varieties increasing by ₹10–15 per kg or more....
Syria achieved wheat self-sufficiency for the first time since 2011, producing 2.7 million tonnes, exceeding annual demand of 2.55 million tonnes. The...
Tamil Nadu announced new sugar sector initiatives, including 50% subsidy for quality seed cane on 17,315 acres, a ₹9 crore cultivation programme,...
Indonesia’s tighter palm oil export controls are accelerating India’s NMEO-OP programme. With oil palm plantations nearing the 650,000-hectare target, India aims to...
Pakistan’s palm oil imports reached a record 3.482 million tonnes worth $3.785 billion, driven by rising edible oil demand and lower domestic...