Rice News in English
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180Philippine : DA eyes expanding P20/kilo rice program
The Philippine Department of Agriculture is considering expanding the P20-per-kilo rice program to include low and lower middle-income families, potentially benefiting 60...
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147Sri Lanka rice, coconut, and fish, rubber production drop in March: CB
Sri Lanka's agriculture sector saw mixed performance in March 2025. Paddy production is forecast to drop 3.8% from last season, while fish...
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134Andhra Pradesh cabinet addresses farmers’ concerns, sets up sub committee to resolve issues
The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet set up a six-member sub-committee to address falling crop prices and farmers' concerns. ₹12,000 crore will be directly...
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187High court reserves order on Punjab’s ban on hybrid paddy seeds
With less than two weeks to paddy transplanting in Punjab, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has reserved its verdict on a...
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133India eyes more rice exports as tensions with Pakistan ease, monsoon starts early
India is preparing to boost rice exports following an early monsoon onset and easing tensions with Pakistan. Timely rains and improving diplomatic...
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174Japanese consumers turn to rice alternatives as prices rise
Japan’s soaring rice prices are reshaping consumer habits and agricultural priorities. With a 5kg bag of rice now costing over ¥4,200 (\$29)—double...
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155New rice strain sets benchmark for yield, efficiency: Punjab Agricultural University
Amid the paddy sowing season, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) experts have highlighted the popularity of PR 126 rice, now covering 43% of...
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136Japan : Ishiba Keeps Agriculture Minister Eto in Office Despite Criticism over ‘Never Bought Rice’ Remark; Demands Solution for Soaring Rice Prices
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba confirmed Agriculture Minister Taku Eto will remain in office despite backlash over Eto's comment that he had...
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120Malaysia : Over 4,000 hectares in Limbang identified for modern rice cultivation
Sarawak’s Ministry of Food Industry has identified 11 areas in Limbang Division, totaling 4,264 hectares, for modern rice cultivation. Six sites are...
