Rice Squeeze Hits Asia after India export ban

Rice production is facing a major shortage due to climate-related factors such as floods, droughts, and severe weather. This puts food security and livelihoods at risk as prices rise.

Thailand’s Rice Exports Surge 11.9% Amidst Global Shortage Concerns

Thailand’s rice exports have increased by 11.9% compared to last year, reaching 5.29 million tonnes from January to August 2023.

Rice prices to climb on the back of India’s export ban

The ban implemented by India has caused uncertainty among rice exporters worldwide. With the largest supplier out of the market, traders in various countries are anxiously waiting to see how prices will be affected before making new deals

Thailand to foster higher quality rice

The Thai government’s latest initiative is a significant step forward in its efforts to improve the quality and yield of the country’s rice harvest

El Nino might cut Thailand’s rice harvest

The country, which is the second-largest exporter of rice in the world, has asked its farmers to plant only one crop this year, instead of the usual two, to conserve water and avoid crop failure.

Reducing ASEAN’s food import dependency

While ASEAN’s staple food is rice, there has been increased demand for wheat, soybean and maize over the past decade — an increase that ASEAN production cannot meet.