Vietnam’s coffee industry spots opportunity amid rising global prices
The country's coffee export turnover reached more than US$560 million last month.
Indonesia raises rice price cap despite increased stock
The Rice and Grain Milling Entrepreneurs Association (Perpadi) welcomed the move, as rising production costs had made it difficult for mills to operate under the previous price…
Vietnam-Indonesia target $18 billion trade by 2028 with food security push
With a combined market of over 370 million consumers, Vietnam and Indonesia leverage agricultural strengths: Vietnam leads in rice exports, while Indonesia dominates palm oil and…
Crude palm oil prices in Malaysia likely to remain steady
The stronger performance comes even as Malaysian palm oil reserves are estimated to have surged nearly 10% a month earlier to around 2.23 million tonnes in July, the highest level…
Philippines suspends rice importation for 2 months starting September 1
The move is a bid to stabilise local prices and ensure that local farmers are not disadvantaged by the influx of cheaper imported rice.
Philippine inflation cools to 0.9% as rice prices drop
July’s figure was the softest since October 2019, when inflation stood at 0.6 percent.
New egg grade at affordable price coming to Malaysia, says agriculture ministry
The ministry also said the decision was made considering the confidence in the industry’s ability to ensure stable and sufficient production of chicken eggs.
Mangoes sweeten trade ties between China, Bangladesh
Bangladeshi mangoes are known for their fine texture, high sugar content, and tropical fragrance.
Pakistan successfully launches remote sensing satellite: foreign ministry
The satellite was launched from a launch centre in China on Thursday, and aims to strengthen Pakistan’s agricultural monitoring and disaster management, among other capabilities.
No rain means no rice in Nepal’s Madhesh
Monsoon failure, cracked soil, and wilting crops raise fears of sharp production declines.