Japan’s agriculture ministry has forecast frequent outbreaks of stink bugs harmful to rice crops across several regions, including Hokkaido, Kanto, and Chugoku....
To curb soaring rice prices, Japan began monthly auctions of reserve rice, releasing 210,000 tonnes so far. A poor 2023 harvest, panic-buying,...
In fiscal 2024, Japan's private rice imports surged to a record 991 tons by January's end, driven by domestic shortages and soaring...
Experts highlight multiple benefits of cultivating wheat in rice residue-retained fields, emphasizing improved soil health and crop productivity. Incorporating rice straw into...
Amidst the rice shortage in Japan, consumers are turning to California rice, known as Calrose rice, as a cheaper alternative . Calrose...
Vietnam's rice harvested area is declining as farmers shift to more profitable crops amid saline intrusion and adverse weather. The 2024-25 harvested...