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EnglishSource: Business World06/07/2012 – THE COUNTRY may no longer import rice next year — or may bring in only a minimal volume — if palay production this year exceeds the targeted output of 18.46 million metric tons (MT), a Cabinet official said on Thursday.
Source: Hindustan Times06/07/2012 – The government on Wednesday scrapped the minimum export price (MEP) on basmati rice to boost exports.
Source: Lao Voices03/07/2012 – The price of rice may see a big surge over the next few months if the government does not introduce a sound policy to address the inflation threat.
Source: WCAX05/07/2013 – When it comes to growing rice, images of China, Indonesia or other semitropical spots come to mind– but Moretown, Vermont?
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.
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.
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.
Source: PhilStar01/07/2012 – Nueva Ecija farmers who were victims of last year’s typhoons “Pedring” and “Quiel” have become beneficiaries of high- yield hybrid rice seeds grants from SL Agritech Corp. (SLAC).
Source: Mother Nature Network27/06/2012 – Due to improved preservation and aggressive conservation efforts, the Philippines’ ancient rice terraces no longer qualify as endangered world heritage sites.
Source: Reuters28/06/2012 – Sri Lanka banned rice exports on Thursday until its harvest season next March aiming to stabilise local prices as its major rice-producing area struggles with a prolonged drought.