Rice News in English
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206Convenience stores in Japan begin selling govt. stockpiled rice
Japan's major convenience stores, including Lawson and FamilyMart, have begun selling low-priced rice from national reserves under a new no-bid contract system....
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153Japanese govt. lists US tariffs, rice supply as top policy priorities
Japan’s draft economic policy prioritizes countering US tariffs and stabilizing rice supply. It outlines support for domestic industries and sustainable farming. To...
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176FAO’s call for water-wise farming: Key to India’s agricultural growth and farmers’ economic development
Agriculture uses 72% of global freshwater, but climate change and poor practices are causing scarcity. The FAO supports India’s water-efficient farming via...
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259Jan-May sees Cambodia earn almost $1 billion in paddy, rice exports
From January to May 2025, Cambodia earned \$993.24 million from rice exports—a 6.78% increase from 2024. This included \$252.3 million from 344,199...
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213Japan Govt to Consider Buying Back High-Bid Stockpiled Rice; Koizumi May Consider Rereleasing Through No-Bid Contracts
Japan’s government may repurchase rice sold under former Minister Taku Eto’s competitive bidding system if distributors agree. Agriculture Minister Shinjiro Koizumi said...
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223Pakistan : Planning Commission warns of higher food imports next year due to 13.5% contraction in key crops
Pakistan’s Planning Commission reports a 13.5% contraction in major crops due to adverse weather, reduced rainfall, and policy changes. Cotton, wheat, maize,...
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227Assam : Farmers advised to delay rice transplanting and drain fields as heavy rains lash Northeast I
Amid heavy rainfall across Assam, Meghalaya, and neighbouring states, the IMD has urged farmers to delay sowing, secure crops, and ensure drainage....
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266Vietnam to export first batch of low-emission rice
On June 5, Vietnam will export its first batch of “Green and low-emission Vietnamese rice” to Japan, marking a major milestone in...
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279ICRISAT, others partner to launch agri co-op centre for Global South
ICRISAT has launched the Centre for Excellence for South-South Cooperation in Agriculture (ISSCA) to boost collaboration among Global South nations. In partnership...
