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Thursday, September 4, 2025
TopicRice export ban

Topic: Rice export ban

Global rice prices drop after India allows white rice exports

Global rice prices soared to their highest level in over 15 years following India's decision last year to ban the export of white rice and impose a 20% duty on parboiled rice exports.

India likely to ease export curbs on non-basmati rice as supply climbs up

Rice stocks at the Food Corporation of India on 1 September stood at 32.3 million metric tons, 38.6% higher than last year, encouraging the government to consider export relaxation.

After UAE & Singapore, Centre allows export of non-basmati rice to 7 other countries

The export of non-basmati white rice was prohibited from July 20 to check the domestic prices and ensure domestic food security.

US, UK, EU & others question India at WTO over wheat, rice and onion export restrictions

India has been asked basic questions such as why it hasn’t yet notified WTO of the decisions, why adequate notice wasn’t given, how long restrictions will be in place & why they were needed.

Malaysia to discuss rice export ban with India, says Malaysian agriculture minister

State-run Malaysian rice importer Bernas will also be negotiating with other suppliers like Vietnam, Thailand, and Cambodia, Mohamad Sabu told parliament.

Govt measures to control food inflation failed, cost farmers over Rs 40,000 cr, shows ICRIER study

Indian Council of Applied Economic Research study says bans on export of wheat & rice were ‘knee-jerk’ reactions. Govt should adjust its trade policy, not sell at prices lower than MSP.

Rice planting reduces by 5% after export ban, says farmers’ body BKS

In June, India raised the price at which it will buy new-season common rice paddy from farmers by 7% to 2,183 rupees ($26.45) per 100 kg.

Thailand says its rice exports benefiting from India’s export ban, no plan to halt shipments

According to an official, Thailand—world's second-largest rice exporter after India—is expected to export over 8 million metric tons of rice this year, up from 7.71 million last year.

Helped by monsoon rains, rice planting gathers pace in India, up 1.71% from last yr

Higher rice planting in the country will ease concerns about the lower output of the staple.

Global rice importers seek government deals as India’s export ban curbs supplies

The ban will cut availability of rice on world markets by about a fifth, and could lead to importers seeking more govt-to-govt deals to overcome shortages and tame spiraling prices.

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