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In preparation for a potential reduction in domestic supply due to the expected El Niño weather event, the Philippines will not enforce a prohibition on rice imports this year. The possible upcoming strong El Niño, according to the nation’s Department of…
Nice Rice, a popular Chinese fashion brand, has debuted its first outlet in Hong Kong, marking a crucial step in the brand’s expansion outside of Mainland China. Innovative Flagship Store in a Premium Retail Location The brand’s flagship store, which spans an…
In the first two months of 2026, Vietnam saw a 5% increase in rice exports from the previous year, amounting to about 1.3 million tonnes. Despite the increase in quantity, the total value of these shipments experienced a year-on-year decrease of 11.2%,…
Indonesia has announced that it will not be importing rice for any purpose in the coming year, due to ample domestic production capabilities. This announcement was made at a recently held ministerial summit in Jakarta. High-level officials from various…
Table of Plenty, a cherished family food brand based in Australia, has recently unveiled its new product, miniature rice cakes, available in two different packaging options. A Nostalgia-Infused Treat Taking a trip down memory lane, the new product line melds…
From the start of the year through October 15, Vietnam exported more than 7 million tonnes of rice. Despite this significant export volume, domestic paddy and rice prices have seen a decline due to reduced purchases from exporters. Rice Export Data The…
Thailand’s rice exports have plunged 30% year-on-year, reaching just US$3.94 billion in August, marking a grim milestone as the country endures a 10th consecutive month of decline. According to the Ministry of Commerce’s Trade Policy and Strategy Office,…
In the heart of Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, traders like Hang are feeling the pinch. In a region renowned for its rice production, Hang purchased only a few tons last week, a stark contrast to his usual orders of hundreds. Amid this landscape of caution, rice…
In a surprising twist for the global rice market, Vietnam’s rice exports are anticipated to exceed 8.2 million tonnes this year, despite a temporary suspension of rice imports from its biggest buyer, the Philippines. This surge is powered by increased…
In Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, often dubbed the nation’s “rice bowl,” traders are becoming increasingly cautious in their purchasing decisions. This hesitation stems mainly from uncertainties regarding rice exports to the Philippines, a key market. “I am only…
According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Vietnam exported 2.8 million tonnes of rice valued USD1.2bn in the first six months of 2017. Both the volume and value increased by 6.3% and 4.9% respectively compared to last year. However,…
According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Vietnam set a new record in rice export revenue in the first nine months of 2023 thanks to price increases. The ministry has reported that the country earned US$3.66 billion from exporting rice…
The Philippines is witnessing a notable shift in its rice import landscape, as the archipelago’s imports fell sharply to 1.7 million tons within the first five months of 2025. This represents a significant decline of 20.9% compared to the same period last…
Prices of rice shipped from Thailand declined to an over three-year low this week due to US President Donald Trump’s move to impose import tariffs and an existing market surplus. Meanwhile, India’s rice export prices neared a two-year low on subdued demand.…
Vietnam’s rice exports from Jan. 1-15 reached 268,700 tons worth nearly US$165.7 million, up 38.7% in volume and 23.28% in value year-on-year, according to the Vietnam Food Association. However, export prices for 5% broken rice fell to $413 per ton, with 25%…
Vietnam’s 5% broken rice price has fallen to US$434 per ton, the lowest in four years, posing challenges for businesses and farmers. The price of the country’s 5% broken rice is now lower than that of its major competitors such as Thailand ($479), India…