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50% US tariff to hurt Indian basmati, boost Pakistan’s share

A 25% additional US tariff on Indian basmati rice—raising total duty to 50%—will make exports costlier, hurting India’s market share and benefiting...

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Maize News in English

Tanzania reports 53% surge in maize output for MY 2023/24

Tanzania’s maize production rose by 53% to 12.26 million tonnes in 2023/24, driven by government investment and better farming practices. Officials stressed...

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Sugar News in English

Sugar market is affected by invisible mafia: Sri Lankan Deputy Trade Minister Jayawardhana

Sri Lanka’s Deputy Trade Minister R. M. Jayawardhana blamed past instability for high prices and low brown sugar output. Only 11% of...

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

NFCSF back ethanol blending, support government’s push for clean fuel

India’s sugar farmers strongly support the ethanol blending program, calling it eco-friendly and beneficial for rural incomes. NFCSF backed the government's E20...

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Maize News in English

Vietnam reduces corn imports

In H1 2025, Vietnam imported 4.45 million tons of corn worth \$1.15 billion, down 8.3% in volume and 5.1% in value year-on-year....

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Wheat News in English

EU soft wheat exports fall by 58% in 2025/26

As of August 3, EU soft wheat exports dropped 58% year-on-year to 1.11 million tons. Romania led with 740.14 thousand tons. Corn...

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Edible Oil News in English

Boom in vegetable oil exports from Nepal raises concerns about trade manipulation

Nepal’s exports rose 72.71% to USD 1.55 billion in 10 months, driven by re-exports of soybean, sunflower, and palm oils. These oils,...

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Rice News in English

Philippines to Boost Food Imports from India, Lifts Restrictions on Basmati Rice

India and the Philippines have strengthened trade ties, with Manila agreeing to import more Indian rice, buffalo meat, vegetables, and peanuts. Notably,...

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Rice News in English

Japan’s rice curbs to be ended in policy reversal, as PM Ishiba to push for larger harvests

Japan will boost rice output amid soaring prices caused by a production shortfall. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba plans direct payments to eco-friendly...