Rice News in English
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63Why Punjab’s farmers are keen on cultivating hybrid rice varieties
Farmers in Punjab are increasingly adopting hybrid rice varieties due to higher yields and water efficiency. However, concerns over milling efficiency and...
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44Kenya cuts customs valuation of Pakistani rice by 25% to boost trade
Kenya reduced the customs valuation of Pakistani rice by 25%, lowering it from $615 to $460 per metric ton. This adjustment, secured...
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41Thailand rice at high risk of running into US tariff wall, expert warns
Thailand’s rice exports to the U.S., totaling 848,449 tonnes in 2024, face higher tariffs under Trump’s “America First” policy. With Thailand’s trade...
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51Govt allows exports of 100% broken rice to reduce record high stockpiles
India has lifted its ban on 100% broken rice exports as stocks hit 67.6 million tons—nine times the target. This move benefits...
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45Andhra Pradesh : Over 2,700 kg PDS rice seized in Vizianagaram district
Vizianagaram: The Srikakulam district police seized over 2,700 kgs of rice meant to be distributed under the public distribution system (PDS) scheme...
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46Government taking stringent measures to check ‘PDS rice mafia’ in Andhra Pradesh, asserts Civil Supplies Minister Nadendla Manohar
Lambasting the previous YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) government for “creating an organised mafia” that traded in the rice meant for the Public...
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52Japan’s rice price index drops for first time in 3 months
A survey of Japanese rice producers and wholesalers indicates that rice prices may stabilize in the coming months after prolonged increases. February’s...
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53MapMycrop raises Rs 15.7 crore in seed funding for agritech expansion
Agri-tech startup MapMyCrop secured Rs 15.7 crore ($1.8 million) in seed funding led by YourNest Venture Capital. The investment will help expand...
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47Vietnamese rice market to heat up soon: experts
Vietnam's rice market is set to rebound as government measures support farmers and businesses. Efforts include expanding loans, streamlining customs, and developing...
