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78Rice News in EnglishIndia’s rice procurement 5% up at 41.6 million tonnes till Jan 31
Rice purchase by the Food Corporation of India (FCI) for the Central Pool stock during the October 2024-January 2025 period was 41.591...
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74Edible Oil News in EnglishIndia’s palm oil imports hit 14-year low as rival oils gain, dealers say
India’s palm oil imports fell 46% in January to 272,000 metric tons, the lowest since 2011, as refiners opted for cheaper soyoil....
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76Sugar News in EnglishSugar price hits Rs160/kg in Karachi, Pakistan
Sugar prices in Karachi’s retail market have surged to Rs160 per kg, with wholesale rates at Rs150 per kg. Traders blame hoarding...
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167Maize News in EnglishTanzania maize production hits 11.7 million tonnes in 2024/2025
Tanzania's maize production reached a record 11.7 million tonnes, making it Africa’s third-largest producer. The government aims for 15 million tonnes by...
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81Wheat News in EnglishRussian wheat export prices rise in less liquid market
Russian wheat export prices rose, but market liquidity is shrinking, with long-haul shipments dropping significantly. February exports are expected to be half...
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80Ethanol & Bioenergy News in EnglishThe Future of Ethanol: Expanding Blends in Gasoline for Greater Impact
Expanding ethanol use in gasoline is the most effective way to boost demand, yet focus has shifted to aviation fuel, where ethanol’s...
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102Rice News in EnglishNew Eco-Friendly, High-Yield Rice Reduces Methane Emissions
Scientists developed a rice strain emitting 70% less methane by breeding high-yield rice with a low-methane variety. The new strain alters root...
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89Rice News in EnglishGovernment procurement of rice increased by 5 percent to close to 416 lakh tonnes
India’s rice procurement for the 2024-25 Kharif season rose 4.6% to 415.91 lakh tonnes, strengthening food security. The government targets 492.11-492.61 lakh...
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73Ethanol & Bioenergy News in EnglishEIA: Biofuel capacity unchanged in November, feedstock consumption up
U.S. biofuel production capacity remained at 24.885 billion gallons per year in November 2024. Ethanol capacity held at 18.31 billion gallons, while...
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71Sugar News in EnglishSugar production dips due to “strange” weather; shortage may fuel prices
The 2024-25 sugar season saw lower production due to weather issues, with 165 lakh tonnes produced by January 31. Sugar recovery dropped...
