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ICAR launches special research initiative to address declining sugarcane productivity in Western Uttar Pradesh

ICAR selected Baghpat’s Sugarcane Centre of Excellence to investigate declining sugarcane productivity in western Uttar Pradesh. Scientists will identify causes, develop solutions,...

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Rice News in English

Nigeria, others move for rice self-sufficiency

West Africa launched a $24 billion rice self-sufficiency plan targeting 34 million tonnes annually by 2035. ECOWAS, AfDB and World Bank initiatives...

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Maize News in English

Vietnam is back buying South African maize in a big way

Vietnam has emerged as the main buyer of South African maize, taking 88% of last week’s 127,182-tonne exports. South Africa expects maize...

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Edible Oil News in English

The farm failures keeping India hooked on imported oil

India meets only 44% of edible oil demand domestically and spends over $20 billion annually on imports. The government targets a 79%...

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Edible Oil News in English

Centre bars sale of edible oil in irregular pack sizes to protect consumers

India has banned non-standard edible oil pack sizes such as 750 ml, 900 ml, 2.5 L and 3.5 L to curb shrinkflation....

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Rice News in English

Sri Lanka Minister Says: No rice shortage expected

Sri Lanka’s government said no rice shortage is expected before the next Maha season, with 140,000 tonnes of rice in storage and...

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Sugar News in English

Fiji : Opposition leader welcomes $85 per tonne guaranteed cane price

Fiji Opposition Leader Inia Seruiratu welcomed the government’s guaranteed sugarcane price of $85 per tonne for the 2026 season, saying it eases...

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Sugar News in English

Pakistan : Sugar export request revives concerns over prices, market manipulation

Pakistan Sugar Mills Association sought sugar export approval, claiming a 1.3 million-ton surplus and potential $500 million earnings. Officials are verifying stocks...

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

AIDA Applauds the Launch of India’s First Mass-Market Flex Fuel Vehicle; Members Lead the Way as Early Buyers

AIDA welcomed Maruti Suzuki’s launch of India’s first mass-market 100% ethanol flex-fuel vehicle. Members will adopt it early, supporting ethanol mobility, higher...