Daily Archives: March 20, 2013

Philippines – Davao Norte steps up efforts to boost rice production

Source: Sun Star18/03/2013 – Local officials, farmers and agri clubs in Davao del Notre have pledged their commitment to the National Year of Rice (NYR) 2013, in support of the country’s goal of producing enough rice. President Benigno Aquino III has declared 2013 as National Year of Rice to intensify the government campaign on achieving…

Pakistan: REAP demands 5,000 t rice export quota to Malaysia

Source: Daily Times17/03/2013 – Rice Exporters Corporation of Pakistan (REAP) has demanded the Ministry of Commerce and Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) to endeavor for seeking 5,000 tonnes of Pakistani brand of rice export quota for the Malaysian market by holding parleys with their government.

USA – USA Rice Federation welcomes Japan’s request to enter Trans Pacific Partnership ~ improved access for U.S. Rcie is expected

Source: The Vindicator16/03/2013 – The USA Rice Federation welcomes today’s announcement by Prime Minister Abe that Japan will seek entry into negotiations under the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP). The existing 11 TPP partners, including the United States, must approve Japan’s application before the country can join the trade talks.

Average rice yield in sub-Saharan Africa jumped 30%

Source: AG Professional15/03/2013 – An analysis by the Africa Rice Center (AfricaRice) shows that average rice yield in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) jumped by about 30 percent from 2007 to 2012, and that it is increasing at a faster rate than the global average.

USA – Less water means less rice for Yolo County farmers this year

Source: Daily Democrat15/03/2013 – As planting season gets under way, Yolo County farmers are prepping for an allocated year, or water rationing — the first time since 2009.