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Global rice output may fall by 9 million tonnes in 2026-27 amid El Nino risks: Report

Global rice production is projected to fall by 9 million tonnes to 536.4 million tonnes in 2026-27, amid risks from a potentially...

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Rice imports could hit 5.6-M tons as Philippines demand outpaces output

The Philippines could import a record 5.6 million tonnes of rice in MY 2026-27, according to S&P Global Energy CERA, nearly 49%...

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Bangladesh : Rice prices rise despite Boro harvest

Bangladesh’s rice prices are rising despite the peak Boro harvest season, with retail prices increasing Tk 3–4/kg in the past week. Firm...

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Japan’s food self-sufficiency rate falls to record low 37% in FY2025

Japan’s food self-sufficiency rate fell to a record-low 37% in FY2025, matching its historical low, as higher rice prices reduced domestic consumption...

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Philippines not to halt rice imports amid shortage fears

The Philippines will continue rice imports in 2026 to offset an expected 750,000-tonne El Niño-related production loss and strengthen reserves. The decision...

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Sharp decline in planted area drives US rice prices higher

U.S. rice prices have surged 36% in 2026 as sharply lower planting, especially in Arkansas, tightens supply expectations. Reduced acreage, driven by...

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Global rice prices may jump 50% if El Nino hits output: Study

A PJTAU policy paper warned global rice prices could rise 30–50% if El Niño-related production losses coincide with precautionary stockpiling, while severe...

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Philippine : DA eyeing post-harvesting facility requirement for rice importers

The Philippines’ Department of Agriculture has proposed requiring rice importers to own post-harvest facilities and procure local palay before being allowed to...