Rice News in English
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267US tariff threatens Indian rice prices and diaspora consumption
A 25% US tariff on Indian goods may push up prices of popular rice varieties like Sona Masuri, say Indian diaspora consumers....
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303Indonesia : Premium Rice Scarce in Jakarta Minimarkets Following Fake Rice Scandal
Premium rice shortages have hit minimarkets in Jakarta following a spike in fake rice cases. Major brands like Sania and Topi Koki...
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255India Eyes Export Windfall as Bangladesh Rushes to Import Rice Amid Crop Concerns
Bangladesh plans to import 0.9 million tonnes of rice amid fears of flood damage, offering a major export opportunity for India. Indian...
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236US Tariffs on Indian Rice: Temporary Hurdle, Says IREF
India’s rice exporters view the new 25% US tariff, effective August 1, as a short-term challenge. The Indian Rice Exporters Federation says...
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266Bangladesh : Rice, oil, pulse prices rise
Prices of rice, pulses, edible oil, and flour rose in Dhaka amid supply disruptions during coronavirus holidays. Loose soybean oil hit Tk...
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194Nepal : No rain means no rice in Madhesh
A severe drought in Nepal’s Madhesh province is crippling rice production, leaving fields dry and farmers desperate. With only half the paddy...
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235Indian Seafood, basmati rice exporters to feel the pinch
India’s \$5 billion agricultural exports to the US face a setback after a 25% tariff announcement by President Trump. Shrimp and basmati...
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182Bangladesh : Aush harvesting going on in full swing in Manikganj
Aush paddy harvesting is in full swing across Manikganj's seven upazilas, with the Department of Agricultural Extension targeting 15,497 tonnes of clean...
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164Myanmar rice mills go solar, boosting sustainability, global market appeal
Myanmar is shifting to solar energy in rice mills to boost sustainability and export value. By FY 2025–26, 28 mills will operate...
