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Centre asks Punjab govt to reconsider fee levied on ethanol production

The Union Petroleum Ministry has urged the Punjab government to reconsider a new ethanol regulatory fee in its Excise Policy 2025–26, warning...

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

Grain-based ethanol plant inaugurated at Bharat sugar mill in Bihar

Magadh Sugar & Energy Ltd inaugurated a new grain-based ethanol plant at Bharat Sugar Mill in Sidhwaliya, allowing ethanol production from maize...

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Rice News in English

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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Rice News in English

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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Sugar News in English

Pakistan: Government will ensure strict implementation of fixed sugar prices, says Minister

Pakistan’s government will strictly enforce fixed sugar prices nationwide, Federal Minister Rana Tanveer Hussain announced, addressing public concerns over rising costs. Measures...

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Sugar News in English

India, Brazil Boost Global Sugar Output Amid Price Trends

Global sugar production is forecast to rise sharply in 2025-26, reaching 189.3 million tonnes, led by India’s 25% output jump to 35.3...

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Rice News in English

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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Maize News in English

Zambia maize production bounces back

Zambia has rebounded from the 2024 drought, forecasting a 3.66 million tonne maize harvest—well above its 2.8 million tonne domestic need—making it...

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Rice News in English

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...