India’s rice industry

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy Just now (03:07 AM IST)

India’s Rice Industry Eyes Higher-Margin Bets Beyond Raw Grain

India’s rice sector is preparing to look beyond bulk grain exports and into a wider universe of value-added products, as a new industry assessment is set to map demand, margins, investment requirements and export potential across emerging categories. The move reflects a broader push to capture higher returns from rice-derived foods, ingredients and industrial applications at a time when traditional trade is under pressure from price competition and policy volatility.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy25 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

India’s Basmati Rice Yield Seen Rising 5% to 10% as Monsoon Lifts Crop Outlook

India’s basmati rice output is likely to be 5% to 10% higher this year, according to Rajeev Setia, President of Basmati IREF and Joint Managing Director of Chaman Lal Setia Exports. He said timely monsoon rains and supportive rainfall patterns have improved crop conditions, raising expectations for stronger yields across key growing belts. The outlook matters for exporters, millers and farm-linked supply chains as India remains the world’s dominant basmati supplier.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy24 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

India’s Basmati Rice Yield Seen 5% to 10% Higher This Year on Strong Monsoon Support

India’s basmati rice crop is likely to post a 5% to 10% increase in yield this year, according to industry leader Rajeev Setia, who said timely monsoon rains and supportive rainfall patterns have improved growing conditions. The outlook points to a healthier harvest for one of India’s most valuable agricultural export categories, though final output will still depend on weather stability through the remainder of the season.

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National Governance & Policy23 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Chirag Paswan Urges India to Move Rice Strategy From Volume to Value

Food Processing Industries Minister Chirag Paswan has called for a decisive shift in India’s rice economy, arguing that the country must move beyond bulk output and focus on processing, quality, branding, traceability, sustainability and value addition. His remarks reflect a broader policy push to capture more value within the food chain rather than relying primarily on commodity-scale production and exports.

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National Governance & Policy23 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

India Must Move Beyond Rice Output and Build Value Chains, Chirag Paswan Says

India’s rice sector must shift its focus from volume-led production to value addition, stronger traceability and more sustainable practices, Union minister Chirag Paswan said on Tuesday. He also urged the industry to localise machinery and technology across the paddy-to-processing chain, arguing that domestic manufacturing can deepen resilience and competitiveness.

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National Governance & Policy23 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Delhi Conference to Map New Markets for Indian Rice as Exporters Eye 2027 Pricing

Trade and business representatives from more than 150 countries are set to gather in New Delhi for a conference focused on expanding markets for Indian rice and improving returns for exporters. The meeting will also examine the 2027 price outlook, underscoring how India’s rice trade is navigating shifting demand, supply pressures and policy constraints in global food markets.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy09 Oct 2026, 12:07 PM IST

Dhanuka Agritech Launches Fungicide Targeting Rice Blast as Paddy Disease Pressure Intensifies

Dhanuka Agritech has introduced a new fungicide aimed at combating rice blast, one of the most damaging diseases in paddy cultivation. The launch comes at a time when farmers are under pressure to protect yields through more effective and timely disease management, underscoring the commercial importance of crop protection in India’s rice economy.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal PolicyJust now (12:43 AM IST)

Value-Added Rice Products Could Open New Growth Path for Indian Industry, IREF Says

India’s rice sector is entering a new phase in which value addition, not just volume, may determine future growth, according to the Indian Rice Exporters Federation. The group says an upcoming IREF-EY assessment will identify the most promising product categories ahead of the BIR Conference 2026 in New Delhi.

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