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Nigeria : Forum laments rice mills’ shutdown over waivers

The Competitive African Rice Forum – Nigeria Chapter (CARF-FSD Nigeria) has raised alarm over Nigeria’s rice industry crisis, blaming selective import waivers...

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Nigeria : Dangote to Make Major Investment in Rice Production

Aliko Dangote is revolutionizing Nigeria’s rice industry with a multi-billion naira investment in a state-of-the-art rice mill in Niger State. The 30-hectare...

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Japanese retailers apply to buy government’s cheap stockpiled rice

Nineteen Japanese firms have applied to buy stockpiled rice as the government moves to cut soaring prices before July elections. Agriculture Minister...

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Japan Retail Rice Prices Hit Another Record High

Japan’s average rice price hit a record high of 4,285 yen per 5 kg in the week through May 18, according to...

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Trade deals will bring opportunities for Indian agriculture. But there will also be challenges

India’s trade performance in FY25 showed resilience amid global uncertainties. Total exports rose 6.5% to \$820.93 billion, driven by services and merchandise....

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Philippines Gov’t to keep rice tariff low at 15%

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel stated the government will keep the rice import tariff at 15% for now, citing the end of...

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Nigeria : Rice industry under threat by selective waivers, others —Stakeholders

Nigeria’s rice industry is facing a crisis due to selective import waivers, rampant smuggling, and market distortions, stakeholders warned. The 2024 waiver...

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ED raids in Punjab, Haryana in Bharat Rice scam; Rs 2-crore in cash, gold seized

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) uncovered a major corruption scandal in Punjab and Haryana involving the illegal diversion of subsidised rice under the...