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55Rice News in EnglishNew Kashmir rice varieties yields over two times national average, offer farmers second-crop window
Kashmir’s new Shalimar-4 and Shalimar-5 rice varieties are delivering yields of about 7.2 tonnes per hectare, 2.5 times the national average. Developed...
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83Maize News in EnglishPakistan approves genetically modified corn cultivation
Pakistan has agreed in principle to commercialise genetically modified corn alongside hybrid and organic maize, with a phased transition and safeguards. A...
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69Maize News in EnglishUSDA cuts India corn production estimate to 50 million tonnes
USDA’s New Delhi office has cut India’s 2026-27 corn production estimate by 10% to 50 million tonnes, citing weaker sowing and yields...
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105Sugar News in EnglishState-wise fortnightly sugar quota for sale in September 2026
India’s Food Ministry allocated a 13 LMT sugar quota for September’s first fortnight to 587 mills and two refineries, requiring 40% sales...
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58Sugar News in EnglishMorning Market Update – 01/09/2026
31 August 2026 markets: London white sugar fell 1.89% to $514.40/t, while NY raw sugar rose 1.42% to 17.81¢/lb. Corn declined, ethanol...
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63Maize News in EnglishGlobal corn stocks could fall to a 13-year low
Global corn supplies are expected to tighten in 2026/27, with ending stocks forecast at 274.7 million tonnes, the lowest since 2013/14. Lower...
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79Sugar News in EnglishEx-mill sugar prices fall 30% after government measures, retail rates yet to ease
Ex-mill sugar prices have dropped nearly 30% to around ₹47/kg after government measures boosted domestic supplies and tightened stock limits. However, retail...
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60Rice News in EnglishIndia’s Great Wall of Rice leaves Pakistan exposed
India is heading into 2027 with around 51 million tonnes of milled rice stocks, even as El Niño risks and a weak...
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48Rice News in EnglishJapan: Govt plans rice buyback as falling prices raise farmer concerns
Japan plans to buy back up to 150,000 tonnes of rice released from emergency stocks, aiming to curb falling prices and support...
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70Sugar News in EnglishLow inventories, El Nino to keep sugar market tight through FY27: DAM Capital
India’s sugar sector may face tight supplies through FY27 and beyond, with opening stocks at a decade-low 3 million tonnes, weather risks...
