government Archives - Page 4 of 60

Philippines : Rice imports already surpass full 2025 level

Philippines’ rice imports reached 3.46 million MT by August 13, surpassing 2025’s full-year total, led by Vietnam. The government will avoid an...

57

Rice News in English

Rice allocation scam: CBI files case against ex-officials

CBI has registered an FIR against former FCI and NERAMAC officials and private entities over alleged irregular allocation of 62,000 MT rice...

84

Maize News in English

Pakistan 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...

111

Sugar News in English

State-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...

80

Sugar News in English

Ex-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...

112

Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

Supreme Court rejects plea seeking mandatory ethanol labelling on petrol pumps

The Supreme Court dismissed a petition seeking mandatory disclosure of ethanol content on petrol dispensing nozzles, directing the petitioner to approach the...

91

Sugar News in English

Sugar cane crushing season may start 15 days early as Maharashtra govt moves to cool sugar prices

Maharashtra may advance the sugarcane crushing season to October 15 from November 1 to boost sugar supplies before the festive period and...

82

Sugar News in English

Sugar prices remain firm across India despite govt measures to check rise

India’s average retail sugar price rose to ₹64.24/kg on August 30, up 1.77% week-on-week and 30% month-on-month, despite duty-free raw sugar imports...