In a bid to ensure affordability and stabilize the supply of pulses, the Government of India has extended the free import policy for tur by another year, pushing the deadline to March 31, 2026. The Directorate […]
India’s Rabi Pulses Sowing Rises by 1.7% in 2024-25
India’s Rabi pulses sowing as of 20 January, 2025 has recorded a modest increase of 1.7% in the 2024-25 season, reaching 14,169 thousand hectares, compared to 13,929 thousand ha in the 2023-24 season. The increase highlights […]
Govt allows export of 1 million tones sugar in ongoing 2024-25 season
The Indian government has allowed for the export of 1 million tones of sugar for the 2024-25 season. This decision is aimed at keeping prices steady and providing support to farmers and workers in the sugar […]
Paddy Prices Drop in Tamil Nadu: Rice Costs Expected to Fall by 10% Amid Anticipated Bumper Harvest
Paddy prices in Tamil Nadu have decreased by Rs 320 to Rs 480 for a 100 kg bag due to an expected bumper harvest this year. Retail prices for fine rice, currently ranging from Rs 60 […]
India sugar production and recovery rate declines : NFCSF
According to the National Federation of Cooperative Sugar Factories Limited (NFCSF), India’s sugar production has reached 13.5 million tones till January 15, which was 15.1 Million tones (MT) during the same period last year. The lower […]
Wheat Procurement Target Set at 30 MT for 2025-26
For the 2025–2026 rabi marketing season, the government has set a watchful target of 30 million tons for wheat procurement, according to sources. Despite the Agriculture Ministry’s goal of producing a record 115 million tons of […]
India’s sugar consumption likely at 28 million tones in 2024-25 ISMA
According to projections, India would consume 28 million tones of sugar in the 2024–25 sugar year, which is around 1.5 million tones less than the previous year. The absence of note worthy events, like the 2024 […]
Government Sets Fixed Price for FCI Rice Sales to Ethanol Distilleries, Boosting Biofuel Production
In a significant move for the biofuel sector, the Indian government has allowed ethanol distilleries to purchase rice from the Food Corporation of India (FCI) at a fixed price of Rs 2,800 per quintal under the […]
India’s sugar production dips 16% to 9.4 million tones in Oct-Dec says ISMA
The first quarter of the current season, which began on October 1, 2024, had a notable 15.6% decrease in India’s sugar production, which came to 9.4 million tones (MT) according to the Indian Sugar and Bio-Energy […]
Cabinet Approves Export of 1 Mln Tonnes of Rice to Indonesia
The Indian government has approved the export of 1 million tonne of non-basmati rice to Indonesia, a decision made in the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) meeting on January 1, 2025. Under this arrangement, the […]
Rising ethanol demand drives up maize prices, impacting poultry feed costs: Poultry India
According to sources from the Indian Poultry Equipment Manufacturers Association, the poultry sector in India is dealing with several issues, such as rising feed prices and complicated regulations. Poultry mostly eat maize, although costs have gone […]
Uttar Pradesh: Wheat Purchase Preparations Initiated Early for 2024-25 Amid Ongoing Rice Procurement.
The State government has begun preparing for the purchase of wheat in January, while the last step of the 2024–25 paddy procurement procedure is underway. By January 15th, they are expected to choose and finalize the […]
Indian wheat sowing Progress
The total area under Rabi crop cultivation has surpassed 614 lakh hectares as of December 30, 2024.The Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare reported that wheat cultivation during the ongoing Rabi season has risen notably, with […]
India’s Rabi Sowing Up by 0.06%, Pulses Show Slight Increase
India’s rabi crop sowing has seen a marginal increase this season, with pulses recording slight improvements, according to data released by the Ministry of Agriculture. As of December 30, the total area under all rabi crops […]
Govt Plans to Cut FCI Rice Sale Price Amid Surplus Stock to Boost Ethanol Production
The Indian government has announced significant measures to tackle the excessive rice stockpile held by the Food Corporation of India (FCI), currently at 500 lakh tonnes—more than double the required buffer of 214 lakh tonnes. To […]
October 2024 Pulses Trade Overview
In October 2024, India’s pulses trade showcased mixed trends, with notable changes in imports and exports across various commodities compared to October 2023. These fluctuations highlight shifts in demand, pricing dynamics, and global supply conditions. Imports […]
Indonesia’s Rice Imports Surge 62% Amid Supply Challenges
Indonesia’s rice imports have experienced a dramatic increase, reaching 3.85 million tonne from January to November 2024, reflecting a 62% rise compared to the same period last year, according to Statistics Indonesia (BPS). The total value […]
Andhra Pradesh: Egg prices hit new highs amid maize shortage
Egg prices are skyrocketing as winter sets in, and Christmas draws near. At the start of November, the wholesale price of 100 eggs was Rs 600; now, it is Rs 650. The scarcity of maize is […]
Rabi Crop Sowing Accelerates, Exceeding Last Year’s Coverage.
As of mid-December 2024, Rabi crop sowing has gained momentum, with the total sown area surpassing last year’s figures. According to data released by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare on December 16,2024., Rabi […]
Rabi Sowing Hits 55,800 Thousand Hectares; Wheat and Chana Lead
As of December 13, 2024, the total area under rabi crop sowing in India has surpassed 55,800 thousand hectares, reflecting the ongoing efforts of Indian farmers to ensure robust agricultural production despite challenges. Pulses: Mixed Trends […]