Chinese Scientists Identify Gene to Mechanize Production of Hybrid Rice Seeds
A team of Chinese scientists have discovered a gene that aid in fully mechanizing hybrid rice seed production. This could help in saving time, labor, and waste.
Tariff Reduction in Rice Can Help Ease Inflation, Boost Economic Growth in the Philippines
According to an economist, if the tariff rate cut on rice is implemented successfully in the Philippines, the country’s current inflation rate may quickly go down and may even help enhance overall economic growth.
Rice Prices in the Philippines Expected to Decrease by 20% in September
The price of rice in the Philippines is currently high but according to Finance Secretary Ralph Recto, the government already has a strategy in mind and Filipinos can expect the prices to go down around September.
Philippine House Approves Rice Tariffication Law Amendments on Final Reading
In the Philippines, the House of Representatives approved the amendments to the Rice Tariffication Law. The bill seeks to purchase unhusked rice from farmers at a high price and sell it to consumers at a lower price.
Philippines’ Rice Imports Projected to Rise Higher in 2025
The United States Department of Agriculture projected that the Philippines will remain as the top rice importer in the world in 2025, predicting a number even higher than the expected 4.1 million metric tons.
Singapore-Based Startup Promises to Fix Methane Problem in Rice Farming
Rice farming is one of the largest sources of methane. While a solution exists to address the issue, farmers aren’t to keen on applying it. Rize, a startup based in Singapore, aims to fix this.
Global Rice Supplies Steady but Faces Exposure to Potential Dry Weather Risks
Rice prices have lowered and gone steady compared to last year. However, according to a senior executive at a commodity trader firm, the market can still face difficulties due to unpredictable weather.
South Korean Scientists Create ‘Beef Rice’ as a Potential Source of Protein
Professor Jinkee Hong of Yonsei University in Seoul and his team of researchers have developed beef rice by growing beef cells in rice grains. Hong’s team aims to present beef rice as a sustainable and affordable source of protein.
Arkansas Planting Season Starts Early, but May Face Challenges Later
Farmers in Arkansas began the rice planting season earlier than normal. While doing so has a couple of benefits, there could be challenges awaiting the farmers during the growing season.
USDA Increases U.S. Ending Stocks for Rice, Steadies Cotton Estimate
Rice ending stocks for 2023/24 increased by 2 million, according to the USDA. The world rice ending stocks increased as well, due to slower domestic demand. Meanwhile, ending stocks for cotton remain steady.
