Marcos economic team studies impact on inflation of moratorium. By: Ian Nicolas P. Cigaral MANILA, Philippines — The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is expected to tread
Jasper Emmanuel Arcalas – The Philippine Star MANILA, Philippines — Rice importers will have the leverage to delay purchases and even buy at a bargain once the
Basmati rice exports fall to 101,934 metric tons worth $107.29 million; overall rice exports total $314.39 million; food imports rise 36.7% during first two months of FY26.
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. said he is inclined to recommend to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. an extension of the current rice importation moratorium by at
The Department of Foreign Trade (DTF) has announced a significant boost in the popularity of Thai rice in Australia, following a highly successful promotional campaign at a
BSS DINAJPUR, Sept 18, 2025 (BSS) – A significant volume of rice, totaling 104,859 metric tons, has been imported through the Hili Land Port over the past 35 days, leading
Japan’s government is releasing tax-free imported rice into the market earlier than usual this year. The move is part of efforts to cap prices of the grain, which remain at
With needs reaching 2.2 million tonnes, imports mainly from Asia and particularly India, have made it possible to satisfy consumers’ appetite. SENEGAL – Senegal’s rice