All posts tagged "Rice"
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260Rice News in EnglishBangladesh Govt approves 18 improved rice varieties for cultivation
The government has approved 18 improved rice varieties, 80% suited for Boro and Aman seasons, to boost food security. Notably, BRRI dhan...
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214Rice News in EnglishPunjab sees rise in direct seeding of rice technique
Punjab has increased its Direct Seeding of Rice (DSR) area by 11.86% in 2024, covering over 2.83 lakh acres, up from 2.53...
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182Rice News in EnglishRice production in Spain at risk of extinction due to herbicide ban
Spain’s agri-food cooperatives warn rice farming is near collapse due to bans on key pesticides. They urge approval of herbicide AURA, used...
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134Ethanol & Bioenergy News in EnglishDual feed: Maharashtra government allows ethanol production from food grains
The Maharashtra government has approved ethanol production from grains like maize and rice, aligning with national blending targets. This dual-feed policy allows...
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237Rice News in EnglishPunjab’s paddy trap: Despite years of diversification push, state set for another season of water-guzzling crop
Despite persistent policy efforts, Punjab remains heavily reliant on paddy cultivation, with sowing nearing last year’s record. Farmers favour paddy due to...
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177Rice News in EnglishAmid India agri standoff, US gains access to politically sensitive rice market in Japan
The U.S.–Japan trade deal announced by President Donald Trump marks a major move in agricultural trade, granting U.S. access to Japan’s sensitive...
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142Rice News in EnglishMalaysia : Padi floor price hike to RM1,500 brings relief to farmers
Malaysia’s recent hike in the padi floor price to RM1,500 has brought relief to rice farmers facing high input costs. Farmers say...
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209Rice News in EnglishCentre has surplus rice and wheat stocks above buffer norms to control inflation: Govt
India has ample rice and wheat stocks—377.83 and 358.78 lakh metric tonnes respectively—well above buffer norms. To stabilize prices, the Centre is...
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254Rice News in EnglishJapan vows more US rice imports within tariff-free quota
Japan will import more U.S. rice under its existing WTO tariff-free quota of 770,000 metric tons, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said, stressing...
