English
-
123South Korea’s rice production declines for fifth consecutive year
South Korea’s rice production is set to fall for the fifth straight year, pressured by government crop diversification policies and declining consumption....
-
178India plans nationwide push for E85 flex-fuel vehicles to cut oil dependence
India is planning a nationwide push for flex-fuel vehicles supporting E85 (85% ethanol), moving beyond the current E20 programme. The policy aims...
-
259India moves to overhaul six-decade-old sugarcane law, proposes sweeping 2026 control order
India has proposed a new Sugarcane (Control) Order, 2026 to replace the 1966 law, marking a major policy overhaul. The draft integrates...
-
148Morning Market Update – 21/04/2026
Global markets closed slightly positive for sugar, with both London White Sugar and NY Raw Sugar gaining over 1%. Crude oil eased,...
-
217Brazil sugar mills face margin squeeze amid global conflict
Brazil’s sugar and ethanol sector faces margin pressure as rising fuel and fertiliser costs collide with weak sugar and ethanol prices. Higher...
-
142Nigeria : Rice Imports Pressure Local Farmers as Prices Drop, Production Struggles Deepen
Nigerian rice farmers warn rising imports, driven by duty waivers, are undercutting local production with cheaper prices. High input costs and climate...
-
190Ghana : President Mahama unveils plan to boost maize and rice exports
Ghana plans to transform maize and rice into export industries through processing, storage, and agro-industrial hubs under the Feed Ghana Programme. New...
-
145Bangladesh : Manikganj farmers eye bumper maize production as harvesting goes on in full swing
Manikganj is witnessing a maize boom, with cultivation exceeding targets due to strong demand, low irrigation needs, and ease of farming. Farmers...
-
156UP: Farmers Can Sell Wheat at MSP Without Registration
Uttar Pradesh has allowed farmers to sell wheat at procurement centres without mandatory online registration, easing earlier restrictions. The move aims to...
