India's Palm Oil Demand Steady Despite Import Duty Hike, Says Malaysian Minister

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India's Palm Oil Demand Steady Despite Import Duty Hike, Says Malaysian Minister Introduction India, a significant importer of palm oil, has seen its demand remain stable despite a recent 20% import duty hike, according to Malaysia's Plantation and Commodities Minister, Ghani. As Malaysia continues ...

Rice Prices Surge by 10-15% in India as Global Demand Rises

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Rice Prices Surge by 10-15% in India as Global Demand Rises Introduction India’s rice market is witnessing a 10-15% surge in prices due to rising global demand following the government’s decision to lift export restrictions on non-basmati rice. With sufficient stock in reserve, the export expansion ...

Why Government's Move to Help Farmers Will Pinch Edible Oil Consumers

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Why Government's Move to Help Farmers Will Pinch Edible Oil Consumers Introduction India’s government recently increased the basic import duty on crude and refined edible oils to support domestic farmers, especially during the harvest season. This move, while intended to boost local agriculture, has...

Soybean Production in India Climbs to 126 Lakh Tonnes: A Boost for the Edible Oil Sector

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Soybean Production in India Climbs to 126 Lakh Tonnes: A Boost for the Edible Oil Sector Introduction India’s soybean production has seen a healthy increase, reaching 126 lakh tonnes—about 6% higher than the previous season. This growth, attributed to favorable weather conditions and improved farmin...

Cold Sow: Utilizing Idle Paddy Fields in Winter to Boost Edible Oil Production

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Cold Sow: Utilizing Idle Paddy Fields in Winter to Boost Edible Oil Production Introduction With India’s growing demand for edible oils and reliance on imports, the idea of utilizing idle paddy fields during winter months presents an innovative approach to boost domestic production. Recently, NITI A...