Indonesia does not expect to import rice in 2026 despite potential El Niño-related production risks, with January–September rice output projected at 28.71...
Chinese astronauts aboard the Shenzhou-23 mission have successfully harvested rice grown in space for the first time, marking a significant step toward...
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%...
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay has announced higher incentives for paddy and sugarcane farmers, raising the total procurement price to ₹2,750 per quintal...
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...
India has achieved 99% of its 575.52 lakh tonne rice procurement target, with purchases 5% above last year. With the 2026-27 marketing...
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...
Punjab’s paddy area has reached a record 32.76 lakh hectares (81 lakh acres) in the 2026 kharif season, with Basmati and non-Basmati...
India’s rice prices have risen over 10% amid tight supply, strong demand and concerns over a deficient monsoon. Higher paddy MSP, limited...