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Southeast Asia is more than the heartland of global rice production. It’s a living laboratory where culinary heritage meets agricultural excellence. From the aromati Thai Hom Mali to the globally celebrated ST25 from Vietnam, the region produces some of the world’s most sought – after rice varieties. These cultivars don’t just feed millions; they…

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1. Export Prices: Multi-Year Lows Despite Tight Spot Spikes Benchmark (FOB) 24 Jul 2025 Price Weekly Δ 12-Mth Trend Main Driver Thailand 5% Broken USD 380-385 t ≈ flat -14% YoY; 8-yr low Lukewarm demand, strong baht Vietnam 5% Broken USD 380-390 t +1-3 USD -12% YoY Summer-autumn crop peaking India 5% Parboiled USD…

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Executive Summary The global rice economy closed Q2 2025 at an estimated USD 472.98 billion, expanding 7.36% CAGR toward USD 678.5 billion by 2030. Asia – Pacific continues to anchor supply and demand, yet geopolitical realignments, record-breaking harvests, and India’s shifting export policies have redrawn trade corridors. Curious how AI-powered trade and El Niño-driven volatility will reshape jasmine…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Basmati Rice Sector in Brazil The Basmati rice market in Brazil is undergoing some serious shifts in 2025. Following massive floods in Rio Grande do Sul in April 2024, one of the country’s most productive rice regions, the Brazilian government is now reevaluating its domestic supply chain.…

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Introduction – Understanding Canada’s Role in the Global Rice Trade Let’s clear the air right from the start: Canada is not a rice-producing country. That might surprise some, considering the country’s agricultural prowess. But when it comes to rice, Canada wears a different hat — that of a major importer. With annual rice imports…

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Introduction: Understanding Belgium’s Reputation for Quality Rice When you think of rice, countries like Vietnam, India, or Thailand probably come to mind—not Belgium. And that’s fair. Belgium’s cool, temperate climate and soil just aren’t suitable for growing rice. So, no, Belgium isn’t a rice-producing powerhouse. But here’s the twist: Belgium plays a surprisingly big…

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Introduction – France’s Basmati Rice Market by the Numbers Let’s start with a simple truth: France doesn’t grow basmati rice. Surprised? Most people are. While France does have a small rice-growing region in Camargue, it focuses on other varieties—not the long, fragrant grains of basmati that we all know and love. So, why does…

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Introduction – India’s Basmati Rice Market in Statistical Focus India isn’t just another player in the global rice market—it’s the powerhouse. When it comes to Basmati rice, India holds the crown, both in production and exports. As of the 2024-25 fiscal year, India exported a whopping 60.65 lakh metric tonnes (LMT) of Basmati rice,…

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Introduction – Global’s Basmati Rice Market in Statistical Focus Let’s talk numbers: Basmati rice isn’t just a staple in the kitchen—it’s a powerhouse in the global grain economy. In July 2025, Global continues to play a vital role in the worldwide Basmati rice trade, thanks to its strategic export relationships and high-quality production standards.…