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Introduction – Austria’s Basmati Rice Market: A Quantitative Overview Let’s start with the basics—Austria does not grow Basmati rice. Surprised? Don’t be. This long-grain, aromatic variety requires specific climatic conditions found mainly in India and Pakistan. So, Austria relies completely on imports to satisfy its Basmati rice demand. Even though Austria isn’t a producer,…

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Introduction – Canada’s Basmati Rice Market in Statistical Focus Canada might not be the first country you think of when it comes to Basmati Rice, but look closer, and you’ll see a market that’s growing steadily in both scale and sophistication. As of 2025, Canada is emerging as a significant hub for importing and…

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Introduction – Exploring Egypt’s Reputation for Quality Rice When you think about rice, Egypt may not be the first country that pops into your mind. But let’s set the record straight: Egypt is a powerhouse when it comes to producing high-quality rice. Why? It’s all in the land, the water, and the people. The…

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Introduction – Brazil’s Non Basmati Rice Market in Statistical Focus When people think of rice exports, countries like India or Thailand usually come to mind first. But did you know Brazil is quietly carving out a solid niche in the global non-basmati rice market? In the 2023/2024 harvest season, Brazil’s rice production was projected…

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Introduction – South Africa’s Jasmine Rice Market in Statistical Focus Let’s talk rice—specifically, jasmine rice. This fragrant, long-grain variety is a staple in many Asian cuisines and increasingly popular in global markets, including South Africa. While South Africa doesn’t grow jasmine rice on a large scale, it plays a surprisingly active role in the…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Rice Sector in Portugal Portugal’s rice market is undergoing a transformation. With the country ranked as the fourth-largest rice producer in the European Union and the highest per capita consumer in Europe—averaging 18 kg per person annually—rice plays a vital role in both agricultural output and daily…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The White Rice Sector in China The White Rice market in China is currently undergoing dramatic shifts that every buyer and stakeholder needs to watch closely. From sudden climate disruptions to shifting import strategies, China’s rice sector is being reshaped fast—and businesses that fail to adapt risk being…

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Introduction – United States’s Jasmine Rice Market in Statistical Focus Jasmine rice — that soft, fragrant, slightly sticky long-grain rice we all love in Thai curries — has quietly become a global food staple. While traditionally grown in Southeast Asia, particularly Thailand and Vietnam, its popularity has exploded worldwide. In 2023, the global jasmine…

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Introduction – United Arab Emirates’s White Rice Market by the Numbers The United Arab Emirates (UAE) might be a desert nation, but it plays a surprisingly big role in the global rice trade. Even though the country doesn’t grow much rice due to its dry climate, it’s one of the most important importers and…