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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 – The Current State of Play: The White Rice Sector in South Africa The white rice market in South Africa is in the middle of a significant transformation. With Quarter 3 of 2025 now underway, businesses across the food and agriculture sectors are facing a rapidly evolving landscape shaped by global supply shifts,…
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Introduction – Belgium’s White Rice Market in Statistical Focus When we think of rice powerhouses, countries like India, Thailand, or Vietnam usually top the list. But did you know Belgium has carved a unique niche in the global white rice market? While it doesn’t grow much rice due to its climate, Belgium plays a…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The White Rice Sector in India India’s white rice market is undergoing a whirlwind of changes in 2025, and it’s not slowing down anytime soon. From massive export deals and lifted trade bans to bumper harvests and fierce price wars, the landscape is shifting fast. For businesses involved…