Philippines has reconvened its El Niño task force after forecasts showed a 92% chance of a moderate-to-strong El Niño in late 2026....
India reported record foodgrain output for 2025/26, with rice production reaching an all-time high of 154.02 million metric tons and wheat output...
Developing El Niño conditions are expected to bring drier weather to tropical regions during late 2026, threatening rice, sugarcane, coffee and cocoa...
The Philippines’ National Food Authority tapped 15 rice mills in Soccsksargen to process 215,000 bags of palay worth P48.5 million, boosting buffer...
Indonesia said rice production is expected to remain stable despite possible El Nino drought risks later this year, supported by irrigation measures,...
Philippines and other Asian rice producers face risks of lower output as El Niño and surging fertiliser prices raise farming costs. IRRI...
Indian Institute of Rice Research and SBI Foundation reported that Direct Seeded Rice cultivation in Telangana increased yields by 8-13%, reduced cultivation...
Indonesia began exporting premium rice to Saudi Arabia amid record reserves of 5.37 million tonnes. Authorities said stable domestic demand allows exports...
Indonesia’s rice reserves reached a record 5.37 million tonnes as Perum Bulog procured 2.8 million tonnes, or 70% of its 2026 target....