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Nepal: Chitwan’s rice zone expects 5,000-tonne rise in paddy output

Paddy production in Nepal’s Chitwan rice zone is projected to increase by 5,000 metric tonnes to 50,000 tonnes in fiscal year 2026/27,...

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Philippines to remain world’s top rice importer: USDA

The Philippines is forecast to remain the world’s largest rice importer, with imports reaching 5.5 million tonnes in 2026, according to USDA....

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From maize to coffee, El Nino likely to affect various crops across the world

BMI, a Fitch Solutions unit, warned that a potentially severe El Niño could increase drought risks across Southern Africa, Central America, northern...

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Indian Basmati Paddy Rebound Sets the Tone for a Firmer Rice Market

India’s 2026 basmati paddy production is projected to rise 5–10% year-on-year, improving export availability following favourable monsoon conditions. However, firm FOB prices...

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Japan gov’t eyes buying back 100,000 more tons of rice for reserves

Japan is considering purchasing an additional 100,000 tonnes of rice to rebuild government reserves, which fell to around 320,000 tonnes after emergency...

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Telangana: CID Probes Diversion Of Nearly 1 Lakh Tonne Of Fine Rice

Telangana CID is investigating the alleged diversion of 80,000–90,000 tonnes of fine rice allocated to the FCI during Kharif 2025–26. Millers allegedly...

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Indonesia records highest-ever rice stock at 4.56 million tons

Indonesia’s national rice reserves reached 4.56 million tonnes in October, strengthening food security through July 2027, according to Agriculture Minister Andi Amran...

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India Can Emerge as a Strong and Reliable Global Rice Industry Hub

IREF President Prem Garg said India could become a reliable global rice trade hub amid geopolitical conflicts and shipping disruptions. Highlighting India’s...