India – Govt abolishes basmati rice MEP
Source: Hindustan Times06/07/2012 – The government on Wednesday scrapped the minimum export price (MEP) on basmati rice to boost exports.
USA – Blast hits Louisiana rice
Source: Delta Farm Press03/07/2012 – LSU AgCenter Rice Research Station Field Day provides growers with updates on all aspects of the rice business.The tell-tale signs of diseased rice could be seen from the road at the field day, with several plots showing sterile panicles that will produce little or no grain.
India – Rice stays flat amid tepid sales
Source: Business Line02/07/2012 – Arrivals of Sathi rice variety from Uttar Pradesh started last weekend. Around 5,000 bags arrived at the Karnal Grain Market Terminal and sold at Rs 1,040-1,080 a quintal. Arrivals are not regular, it may increase in the coming days, said Mr Tara Chand Sharma, proprietor of Tara Chand and Sons.
Nepal – Nepal marks Rice Plantation Day as country aims to achieve food security
Source: Xinhuanet.com01/07/2012 – Nepal recently observed its Rice Plantation Day as part of its nationwide campaign to increase rice production and achieve food security for all Nepalese.