11th November,2019 Daily Global Regional Local Rice E-Newsletter

11 Surprising Benefits and Uses of Black Rice

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Nov. 10, 2019 01:08PM ESTHEALTH + WELLNESS

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By Kelli McGrane, MS, RD

Also called forbidden or purple rice, black rice is a type of rice that belongs to the Oryza sativa L. species.

Black rice gets its signature black-purple color from a pigment called anthocyanin, which has potent antioxidant properties.

In ancient China, it's said that black rice was considered so unique and nutritious that it was forbidden for all but royalty.

Today, thanks to its mild, nutty flavor, chewy texture, and many nutritional benefits, black rice can be found in numerous cuisines around the world.

Here are 11 benefits and uses of black rice.

1. Good Source of Several Nutrients

Compared with other types of rice, black rice is one of the highest in protein.

Per 3.5 ounces (100 grams), black rice contains 9 grams of protein, compared with 7 grams for brown rice.

It's also a good source of iron — a mineral that's essential for carrying oxygen throughout your body.

A 1/4 cup (45 grams) of uncooked black rice provides:

·       Calories: 160

·       Fat: 1.5 grams

·       Protein: 4 grams

·       Carbs: 34 grams

·       Fiber: 1 gram

·       Iron: 6% of the Daily Value (DV)

Summary

Black rice is a good source of several nutrients, particularly protein, fiber, and iron.

2. Rich in Antioxidants

In addition to being a good source of protein, fiber, and iron, black rice is especially high in several antioxidants.

Antioxidants are compounds that protect your cells against oxidative stress caused by molecules known as free radicals.

They're important, as oxidative stress has been associated with an increased risk of several chronic conditions, including heart disease, Alzheimer's, and certain forms of cancer.

Despite being less popular than other rice varieties, research shows that black rice has the highest overall antioxidant capacity and activity.

In fact, in addition to anthocyanin, black rice has been found to contain over 23 plant compounds with antioxidant properties, including several types of flavonoids and carotenoids.

Therefore, adding black rice to your diet can be an easy way to incorporate more disease-protecting antioxidants into your diet.

Summary

Research shows that black rice contains over 23 types of antioxidants and has the highest antioxidant activity of all rice varieties.

3. Contains the Plant Compound Anthocyanin

Anthocyanins are a group of flavonoid plant pigments that are responsible for the purple color of black rice, as well as several other plant based foods like blueberries and purple sweet potatoes.

Research shows that anthocyanins have strong anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anticancer effects.

Furthermore, animal, test-tube, and population studies have shown that eating foods high in anthocyanins may help protect against several chronic diseases, including heart disease, obesity, and some forms of cancer.

Summary

Anthocyanin is a pigment that's responsible for the black-purple color of forbidden rice. It's also been found to have potent anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anticancer effects.

4. May Boost Heart Health 

Research on black rice's effects on heart health is limited. However, many of its antioxidants have been shown to help protect against heart disease.

Flavonoids like those found in black rice have been associated with a decreased risk of developing and dying from heart disease.

Additionally, early research in animals and humans suggests that anthocyanins may help improve cholesterol and triglyceride levels.

One study in 120 adults with high cholesterol levels found that taking two 80-mg anthocyanin capsules per day for 12 weeks resulted in significantly improved HDL (good) cholesterol levels and significantly reduced LDL (bad) cholesterol levels.

Another study analyzing the effects of a high cholesterol diet on plaque accumulation in rabbits found that adding black rice to the high cholesterol diet resulted in 50% less plaque buildup, compared with diets containing white rice.

While this study suggests that eating black rice may protect against heart disease, these results have not been observed in humans.

Summary

Black rice contains antioxidants that have been shown to help protect against heart disease. However, more research is needed to understand black rice's effects on heart disease.

5. May Have Anticancer Properties

Anthocyanins from black rice may also have potent anticancer properties.

A review of population based studies found that higher intake of anthocyanin-rich foods was associated with a lower risk of colorectal cancer.

Furthermore, a test-tube study found that anthocyanins from black rice reduced the number of human breast cancer cells, as well as slowed their growth and ability to spread.

While promising, more research in humans is needed to fully understand the ability of the anthocyanins in black rice to reduce the risk and spread of certain types of cancer.

Summary

Early research suggests that the anthocyanins in black rice may have strong anticancer properties, but more studies are needed.

6. May Support Eye Health 

Research shows that black rice contains high amounts of lutein and zeaxanthin — two types of carotenoids that are associated with eye health.

These compounds work as antioxidants to help protect your eyes from potentially damaging free radicals.

In particular, lutein and zeaxanthin have been shown to help protect the retina by filtering out harmful blue light waves.

Research suggests that these antioxidants may play an important role in protecting against age-related macular degeneration (AMD), which is the leading cause of blindness worldwide. They may also decrease your risk of cataracts and diabetic retinopathy.

Finally, a 1-week study in mice found that consuming anthocyanin extract from black rice resulted in significantly less retinal damage when animals were exposed to fluorescent lights. Still, these findings have not been replicated in humans.

Summary

Black rice contains the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin, both of which have been shown to protect your retina from potentially damaging free radicals. While anthocyanins may also protect eye health, research in humans is currently lacking.

7. Naturally Gluten-Free

Gluten is a type of protein found in cereal grains, such as wheat, barley, and rye.

People with celiac disease need to avoid gluten, as it triggers an immune response in the body that damages the small intestine.

Gluten can also cause negative gastrointestinal side effects, such as bloating and abdominal pain, in individuals with gluten sensitivity.

While many whole grains contain gluten, black rice is a nutritious, naturally gluten-free option that can be enjoyed by those on a gluten-free diet.

Summary

Black rice is naturally gluten-free and can be a good option for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

8. May Aid Weight Loss 

Black rice is a good source of protein and fiber, both of which can help promote weight loss by reducing appetite and increasing feelings of fullness.

Furthermore, early animal research suggests that anthocyanins like those found in black rice may help reduce body weight and body fat percentage.

One 12-week study found that giving mice with obesity on a high fat diet anthocyanins from black rice resulted in a 9.6% reduction in body weight. However, these results have not been replicated in humans.

While research on black rice's role in weight loss in humans is limited, it has been found to help reduce weight when combined with brown rice.

In a 6-week study in 40 women with excess weight, those who ate a mix of brown and black rice up to 3 times per day on a calorie-restricted diet lost significantly more body weight and body fat than those eating white rice.

Summary

Given that black rice is a good source of protein and fiber, it may aid weight loss. Also, while animal studies have suggested that anthocyanins may have benefits for weight loss, more research in humans is needed.

9–10. Other Potential Benefits 

Black rice may also offer other potential benefits, including:

1.    Lower blood sugar levels. Animal studies suggest that eating black rice and other anthocyanin-containing foods may help reduce blood sugar levels in those with type 2 diabetes. Human studies are needed to confirm these effects .

2.    May decrease your risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). A study in mice found that adding black rice to a high fat diet significantly reduced fat accumulation in the liver.

Summary

While more research is needed, black rice may help lower blood sugar levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes and reduce the risk of NAFLD.

11. Easy to Cook and Prepare 

Cooking black rice is easy and similar to cooking other forms of rice.

To prepare it, simply combine rice and water or stock in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Once boiling, cover it and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook the rice for 30–35 minutes, or until it's tender, chewy, and all the liquid has been absorbed.

Remove the pan from the heat and let the rice sit for 5 minutes before removing the lid. Use a fork to help fluff the rice before serving.

Unless specified otherwise on the package, for every 1 cup (180 grams) of uncooked black rice, use 2 1/4 cups (295 ml) of water or stock.

To keep the rice from becoming gummy when cooking, it's recommended to rinse the rice under cool water before cooking to remove some of the extra starch on the surface.

Once the rice is ready, you can use it in any dish in which you would use brown rice, such as in a grain bowl, stir-fry, salad, or rice pudding.

Summary

Black rice is prepared similarly to other types of rice and can be added to a variety of savory and sweet dishes.

The Bottom Line

While not as common as other types of rice, black rice is the highest in antioxidant activity and contains more protein than brown rice.

As such, eating it may offer several health benefits, including boosting eye and heart health, protecting against certain forms of cancer, and aiding weight loss.

Black rice is more than just a nutritious grain. When cooked, its deep purple color can turn even the most basic meal into a visually stunning dish.

If you want to try black rice and can't find it locally, shop for it online.

Reposted with permission from our media associate Healthline.

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The P5,000 financial aid for each farmer will come from billions in revenues from higher tariffs Republic Act 11203, or the Rice Tariffication Law, has imposed on rice importation, Deputy Speaker Luis Raymund Villafuerte of Camarines Sur said.

Andy G. Zapata Jr Pak-Iran Friendship Group stresses need for improving trade relations

  Last Updated On 10 November,2019 09:33 am

The delegation aims to strengthen the bilateral parliamentary relations between the two countries.

(Web Desk) – Pakistan-Iran Parliamentary Friendship Group has said that the relations between the two countries in the field of trade and commerce needed to enhance and impediments concerning the sector could be overcome with mutual consensus.

Talking to members of the Iran-Pakistan Friendship Group led by Ahmad Amirabadi and Trade Minister of Iran Reza Rehmani in Tehran, Convener of the Group Syed Naveed Qamar ensured that the group would facilitate further improvement in relations between two countries who share long border, common religion and history.

He said being neighbouring countries, both countries have larger opportunities for trade and commerce which would benefit the countries and Pakistan could export rice, fruits, vegetables and meat to Iran.

Talking on the occasion, Parliamentary Committee on Kashmir Chairman Syed Fakhar Imam apprised Iranian side regarding ongoing situation in Indian occupied Kashmir, especially after revocation of the special status of the region. He presented great gratitude to Iranian side for standing and supporting principles of justice in case of Kashmiris.

The head of the Iran Friendship Group stressed upon need to explore mechanism for banking relations, improving trade relations, establishing border markets and Iran-Pakistan Gas Pipeline. He said the Friendship Groups in the Parliaments of both countries would further facilitate in overcoming the impediments towards promotion of trade and commerce relations between two countries.

The delegation aims to further strengthen the bilateral parliamentary relations and overall bilateral relations between two countries

https://dunyanews.tv/en/Business/517999-Pak-Iran-Friendship-Group-stresses-need-for-improving-trade-relations

120 paddy procurement centres set up in Khammam Hans News Service   |  11 Nov 2019 9:47 PM IST HIGHLIGHTS Nearly 120 paddy procurement centres are being set up in the Khammam district under the Primary Agricultural Credit Society (PACS) and Indira Kranthi Padhakam (IKP), informed State Transport Minister Puvvada Ajay Kumar, at a review meeting held on Monday with the District Collector RV Karnan and officials of various departments. Important updates in your mailbox Subscribe Khammam: Nearly 120 paddy procurement centres are being set up in the Khammam district under the Primary Agricultural Credit Society (PACS) and Indira Kranthi Padhakam (IKP), informed State Transport Minister Puvvada Ajay Kumar, at a review meeting held on Monday with the District Collector RV Karnan and officials of various departments. Addressing the officials, the Minister directed the officials to provide necessary facilities at the procurement centres and also make tight security arrangements at all check posts, particularly at border check posts, to stop the shifting of paddy for other States. ADVERTISEMENT Informing that the paddy cultivation was taken up in about 91 hectares in the district this Kharif season, Collector RV Karnan added that nearly five lakh metric tonnes of paddy was produced. Besides setting up 120 procurement centres, 32 lakh gunny bags are also being made ready and remaining 53 lakh bags would be supplied to the centres. Zilla Parishad Chairman Lingala Kamala Raju, Mayor Dr Papalal, Joint Collector Anurag Jayanthi, Assistant Commissioner of Police Venkat Rao, District Agricultural Officer Jhansi Laxmi Kumari, District Rural Development Project Director Indumathi, Marketing Officer Santosh Kumar, Transport Officer Krishna Reddy, Rice Millers Association president Bomma Rajeshwara Rao,

Transport Contractors representatives, PACS and IKP officials attended the meeting.

https://www.thehansindia.com/telangana/120-paddy-procurement-centres-set-up-in-khammam-580335

Economic crisis in Pakistan

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Pakistan is facing from economic challenges from seven decades and in Pakistan the investment and saving level is down. In recent years rapid decrease has been witnessed in factors of production of Pakistan’s economy. It depends on agriculture huge proportion of national income is from agriculture. Agriculture sector in recent time has declined it contributes 20% to national income. Before it was 50% developed countries improve their growth for more production.

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In flash back Pakistan was 3rd largest milk producer and 3rd largest producer of rice but level of rice but the level of supply of many in June 2007 to 3793 billion this brought economic instability and caused inflation in Pakistan. This year many supply had been done September from 1430699 PKR million in August 2017. Supply of money has became an economic depression in Pakistan. The ratio remains low because foreign investors are not ready to invest in Pakistan because of security issue. In 1960 national saving in GDP was only 10 per cent and in 2008 it was 15 per cent afterwards at declined rapidly in 2007. Investments should be made in technology to make high products rather then low quality products.

HINA DAD,

Turbat.

https://nation.com.pk/10-Nov-2019/economic-crisis-in-pakistan

Pak-Iran Friendship Group stresses need for improving trade relations

November 10, 2019

Pakistan-Iran Parliamentary Friendship Group has said the relations between the two countries in the field of trade and commerce needs to be increased and impediments to this end may be overcome with mutual consensus.

Talking to Members of Iran-Pakistan Friendship Group led by Ahmad Amirabadi and Trade Minister of Iran Reza Rehmani in Tehran, Convener of the Group Syed Naveed Qamar ensured that the group will facilitate to further improve relations between two brotherly countries who share long border, common religion and history.

He said being neighboring countries, both countries have larger opportunities for trade and commerce which would benefit two countries and Pakistan can export rice, fruits, vegetables and meat to Iran.

Talking on the occasion, Chairman, Parliamentary Committee on Kashmir Syed Fakhar Imam apprised Iranian side regarding ongoing situation in Indian Occupied Kashmir especially after revocation of the special status of the region. He presented great gratitude to Iranian side for standing and supporting principles of justice in case of Kashmiris.

The head of the Iran Friendship Group stressed upon need to explore mechanism for banking relations, improving trade relations, establishing border markets and Iran-Pakistan Gas Pipeline. He said the Friendship Groups in the Parliaments of both countries will further facilitate in overcoming the impediments towards promotion of trade and commerce relations between two countries.

The Delegation visiting Iran is aimed at to further strengthen the bilateral Parliamentary relations and overall bilateral relations between two brotherly countries.

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Relief on essential items

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LAST few days have seen Prime Minister Imran Khan daily
chairing meetings on the prices of essential commodities and on Friday, the federal government announced to provide six billion rupees immediately to Utility Stores Corporation (USC) to ensure provision of essential items including flour, ghee, sugar, rice and pulses to the people at reduced rates.
Indeed it is a positive decision taken by the government which reflects that it is not oblivious to the problems faced by the masses due to price hike. The very price hike in the open market in fact has once again reinforced the importance of the USC. A few months back some cabinet ministers were giving statements regarding the closure of the Corporation for reasons best known to them but the fact of the matter is that it is a very important platform available to the government to stabilize the prices in the open market. As the government’s package will help the USC to bring down the prices of essential commodities at its outlets across the country, it will also have a salutary impact in the open market as the market players will be forced to cut their profits and reduce the prices of essential items in order to attract the consumers to them. Undoubtedly the USC is an important instrument of price moderation in a period of high inflation. There was a time when the utility stores were not only providing commodities to the consumers at subsidized rates but were also running in profit. The cost of running the stores on an outdated model, coupled with the slashing of government subsidies, have made the stores financially unviable and unsustainable. The USC is the second largest, state-owned loss-making entity after Pakistan Steel Mills, and efforts should be made to restructure it on modern lines and turn into a profitable entity once again that serves the needs of middle and lower middle classes. It can be done by ensuring availability of quality items at the utility outlets as well as making the procurement process more transparent for which IT solutions can be adopted. Whilst we really appreciate the government for taking the first major initiative to provide relief to the lower and middle income groups, it should also do the needful to bring down the utility bills.

https://pakobserver.net/relief-on-essential-items/

Cash-strapped Pakistan to receive another installment of USD 6 billion loan

ANI

9 November 2019

Islamabad [Pakistan], Nov 9 (ANI): The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Friday approved the release of another installment of a USD 6 billion, three-year loan to Pakistan.

The IMF issued a press statement according to which the end-September performance criteria were met by Islamabad, reported The News International.

This comes as the IMF mission led by its chief Ernesto Ramirez Rigo is visiting Pakistan from November 8 to November 20. The international money lender and Pakistan reached a staff-level agreement on policies and reforms needed to complete the first review under the Extended Fund Facility.

"The Pakistani authorities and the IMF staff have reached a staff-level agreement on policies and reforms needed to complete the first review under the EFF. The agreement is subject to approval by IMF management and the Executive Board of Directors. Completion of the review will enable disbursement of SDR 328 million (or around USD $ 450 million) and will help unlock significant funding from bilateral and multilateral partners."

The first tranche of USD 6 billion--1 billion-- was received by Pakistan, which is grappling to overcome a severe financial crisis, on July 9.

The three-year bailout package was approved by the IMF's Executive Board last week.

"IMF Executive Board approved today a three-year US$6 billion loan to support Pakistan's economic plan, which aims to return sustainable growth to the country's economy and improve the standards of living," Gerry Rice, the IMF's spokesperson had confirmed the news on Twitter on July 3.

The Asian Development Bank has also announced plans to lend USD 10 billion to Pakistan for various development projects over the next five years.

Besides the assistance by the global finance body, China, the UAE, Qatar and Saudi Arabia have provided a bailout package to Pakistan.

China has given Pakistan USD 4.6 billion in the shape of deposits and commercial loans while Saudi Arabia has announced a bailout package worth USD 3 billion in addition to USD 3.2 billion oil facility on deferred payments.

The UAE has provided a bailout package of USD 2 billion to Pakistan. On June 30, Qatar has deposited the first tranche of USD 500 million in the State Bank of Pakistan. (ANI)

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Indian delegation enters Pak border, Imran meets Manmohan

Kartarpur, Nov 9 (UNI) Former prime minister Manmohan Singh, Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh and other delegation members of the first batch of Indian pilgrims have started arriving here to pay obeisance at the Kartarpur Sahib Gurudwara, the resting place of the founder of Sikhism Guru Nanak Devji.

Prime Minister Imran Khan received Dr Singh and others. "I hope India and Pakistan relations improve enormously as a result of this beginning," Dr Singh told Pakistani television crew.

Multiple checkpoints operated and a large number of Pakistani Rangers were seen dotted the rice-growing region.

"This is a beginning, I hope it's going to continue and many more Gurdwaras are going to be allowed," said Capt Amarinder Singh, according to a report in 'Dawn' newspaper.

Pakistan PM had performed the groundbreaking of the visa-free corridor last year.

Hours before the opening of the Kartarpur Corridor, Mr Khan, in a statement, congratulated the Sikh community and said that the "unprecedented gesture of goodwill" is a reflection of deep respect for Baba Guru Nanak Devji.

Earlier at the Indian side, before seeing off the first batch of pilgrims, Mr Modi made a brief speech thanking his Pakistan counterpart for appreciating the sentiments of the Indians.

Mr Modi also had a brief interaction with Dr Singh.

http://www.radio.gov.pk/10-11-2019/pak-iran-friendship-group-stresses-need-to-explore-mechanism-for-improving-trade-relations-with-pakistan

District Administration Stresses Concerned Officials To Ensure Implementation On Edible Rates, Rates Of 16 Edibles Revised

 2 days ago  Sun 10th November 2019 | 03:50 PMSARGODHA, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 10th Nov, 2019 ) :Deputy Commissioner Asia Gull has said that Sugar mills should start crushing second from November 15 to maintain balance in demand and supply of Sugar.

An official of district administration said that directions have been issued by the DC during chairing the district Price Control Committee meeting.

He said that Asia Gul has also directed that traders should inform tehsil and district administration about all ware houses of Sugar, Oil, Flour and other edibles in the areas otherwise reservoirs would be considered as storage points.

He said that meeting has decided 16 rates of edibles including Rice Basmati Rs 128 per kg, Rice-386 Rs 72 per kg, Daal Channa 112 and 102, Daal Masoor Rs 120 and local Rs 150, Daal Mash washed Rs 205, Daal Mong Rs 170, Mutton Rs 800, Beef 400, Baisen Rs110, Tandoori Roti Rs 6, Chanan local Rs 100, Black Channa Rs 110, Milk, Rs 70, Yogurt Rs 80 and Red Chilli Rs 310.

He said that all concerned officials have been directed to ensure implementation on the government's price list of edibles and monitor the prices of all food items.

The directions have also been issued to the Assistant Commissioners for daily inspection of fruit and vegetables markets and ensuring auction process at markets in their presence.

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Gombe rice millers seek government’s support to boost production

November 9, 2019 Admin5 News 0

By Uwumarogie Peter

Gombe – Rice millers in Gombe State have called on both the Federal and State Governments’ support for acquisition of modern rice drying machine to boost production of the commodity in the state.

Alhaji Ahmed Pantami, the National Chairman, Rice Millers Association of Nigeria in Gombe, made the appeal in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Gombe on Saturday.

Pantami said the closure of the land borders had increased the activities of rice production nationwide, hence, the acqusition of modern equipment to facilitate the processing of rice production in large scale.

He noted that the traditional methods of drying rice paddies were no longer helpful, considering the need to meet the high demand for rice across the country, to ensure food security and sufficiency.

According to him, with modern rice drying machine and other equipment, there will be wider acceptance of locally processed rice, which will gradually replace the consumption of foreign rice in the country.

“We are calling on the Federal and Gombe State governments to assist us in providing modern drying machines to ease the stress that processors face while processing rice for consumption.

“Government through the border closure has sent a strong message that they are willing to help farmers and local industries grow the wealth of the country through agriculture and that’s why we are pleading for support.

“ The Federal Government has really supported all stakeholders in rice production and we are happy. With the current revolution in rice production, Nigeria economy will really gain a lot,’’ he said.

He noted that a lot of youths had been absorbed from the streets since the closure of borders, adding “ the streets of Gombe are now empty of youths who before now take into drug abuse.

“ Youths are now making money for themselves as you can see. Some of us don’t even know the number of youths working for us because the expansion makes us keep taking more youths on daily basis.

“With government’s support more youths will be mopped out of the streets. This is the best way of addressing the menace of drug abuse; so we need all the supports here in Gombe,’’ he said.

Alhaji Musa Arab, a rice processor commended the government for closing the land borders, providing road networks and even improving the supply of power but stressed that the industrial layout needed more facilities to function maximally.

“We dry our rice on the ground which is not too hygienic. It makes the work a little bit tedious. We use local drums to parboil and spread paddies under the sun for drying.

“During wet season, we wait for the sun. Sometimes we may not process anything for weeks. Now there is sun so within a day or two, I can process over 1, 200 bags of 50 kilogram rice.

“We need complete turn-around of this layout. We need government to give us modern drying facilities because we use fire wood which is polluting the environment. We need infrastructure here,’’ he said.

Arab maintained that the closure of borders was a good idea that must be sustained, adding “ we have the capacity to feed ourselves but we need this kind of idea to thrive.

“Before the border closure, it was not like this. People don’t even patronize us even though our rice is better and fresh without chemical. I sincerely commend President Muhammadu Buhari for this idea.

“Before I can’t process 10 bags of rice in a day; now I process two trucks daily. Everybody is gaining; off-takers now look for farmers to take their rice unlike before when rice farmers look for off-takers.

He advised Nigerians to venture into farming and not depend on white collar jobs, adding that there is room for everyone in the agricultural sector.

“Even the civil servants can invest in agriculture and not only depend on their jobs. There is enough wealth to be created in the sector and we must all embrace it,’’ he said.

https://sundiatapost.com/gombe-rice-millers-seek-governments-support-to-boost-production/

Price of rice may crash in December

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 Paul Ogbuokiri 

As Nigerians scramble for buy every grain of rice in the market (local or foreign), and the prices rising to N24, 000 and N28, 000 per 50kg bag; indication are that the price would nosedive before the Christmas.

Coming months after the price of the commodity skyrocketed as a result of the closure of Nigeria’s land borders by the Federal Government farmers and millers of rice across the country say they will soon flood the markets with rice and drastically cut the price following a bumper harvest.

In an interview with Sunday Telegraph, the President of Rice Farmers Association of Nigeria (RFAN), Aminu Goronyo, said that the type of bumper harvest recorded this year is the first in history.

“We have a bumper harvest that we never had before. We have never had the type of bumper harvests that we recorded this year.”

He described what is going in the country currently as artificial scarcity which according to him is only being felt in few locations in the country. “But I can assure that the situation will not last long,” he stated.

Goronyo said: “There are enemies of this country who buy and store this commodity just because they want to create artificial scarcity. But let me tell you, our harvest is coming up in about three weeks from now, and the paddy coming to the mills, our millers cannot even mill it.

“No matter who is trying to hoard or create artificial scarcity as seen in certain locations, such persons will be disappointed.”

He added, “Such persons cannot buy all the paddy rice coming into the mills and we have more than enough for Nigerians to eat.”

The market survey report of Sunday this week at the Ile Epo Market, Daleko, Mile 12, Isheri and Ogba, all in Lagos, show that a 50kg bag of imported rice that hitherto sold between N13,000 and N14,500 now sells at between N24,000 and N30,000, while the local brands of 50kg bag had risen from N14,000 to N18,000.

But Goronyo said members of RIFAN had decided to stop selling paddy to individuals who were not millers, insisting that they were responsible for price increases.

He said: “We’ve noticed that there are people who move into the market to buy paddy rice and who are not even millers. We don’t know where they come from. They are enemies of this country because they just want to put Nigeria in a situation where we have artificially induced rice scarcity.

“We are now taking steps to address this by ensuring that no paddy rice buyer will come to the farmers directly and buy unless he identifies himself. There should be a broker who will verify the buyer to know whether he is a miller or not. So that is what we are trying to do now.”

He further said: “Our promise is that Nigerians will continue to get this commodity at an affordable price and it will be available. And like I said to you, we are still selling at N7,500 per bag of paddy and millers are officially selling at N14,000.”

Goronyo disclosed that dealers in the rice value chain held a meeting with the Central Bank of Nigeria recently where key resolutions were reached.

“A meeting was held about three weeks ago involving farmers, millers and the CBN where it was agreed that there should be no increase in price,” he said.

https://www.newtelegraphng.com/2019/11/price-of-rice-may-crash-in-december/

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Prof. Baffuor Agyeman-Duah (L) and Nana Adjei Ayeh II (R) opening the exhibition

The Ghana Inter-Professional Body (GRIB), in collaboration with the John Agyekum Kufuor (JAK) Foundation, has today, October 8, 2019, celebrated the Ghana Rice Festival at the Afua Sutherland Children’s Park in Accra.

The event marked under the theme: Achieving Rice Sufficiency in Ghana; the Role of the Investor witnessed attendance from members and executives of GRIB, which is largely made up of rice farmers and other persons along the rice value chain.

Delivering his welcome address at the ceremony, National President of GRIB, Nana Adjei Ayeh II said, GRIB is looking forward to growing its relationship with the Kufuor Foundation which has provided great assistance to his organisation in ensuring the sustainability and growth of the rice industry in Ghana.

He noted that the rice grown in Ghana can be said to be the best considering its quality and the nutrients it contains.

Nana Ayeh appealed to the Ministry of Food and Agriculture to adopt policies aimed at solving the problems currently facing the rice industry in Ghana.

He further called on the ministry to provide mechanisation support for rice farmers, as well as a special allocation of fertilizers for rice farmers, at a subsidised price.

He also appealed for credit facilities in the form of soft loans for rice farmers.

“We also plead to government to also help us get or work with financial institutions to be able to get soft loans or concessionary loans. Currently we are borrowing at the rate of 30%, which almost or near impossible for farmers to do business.”

The Chief Executive Officer of the John Agyekum Kufuor Foundation, Prof Baffour Agyeman-Duah who also spoke at the ceremony, reiterated the request by the president of GRIB saying such inputs are important in effective rice production.

In sharing his expectations for the rice industry, Prof Baffuor said he is hopeful the rice industry in Ghana will be able to meet its target of increasing rice production in order to end the importation of rice into the country by 2023.

He urged government to use homegrown rice in feeding schools in the country as a way of boosting rice consumption in the country. He also announced plans being made by the foundation for GRIB, including District Business Centres where equipment for rice production will be made available for farmers.

Patrick Robert Ankobiah, Chief Director at the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, who graced the event on behalf of the Minister in delivering the minister's speech said, the idea of achieving rice self-sufficiency by 2023 falls in line with the president’s vision of a Ghana Beyond Aid.

Whiles indicating his notice of the requests made on the ministry by GRIB, Mr Ankobiah said most of the concerns raised are currently being taken care of by some policies being undertaken by the ministry.

“Talk about mechanisation, the minister on behalf of government and the ministry is equipment and machinery, including rice millers from India and Brazil.”

He urged the members of GRIB to effectively play their roles in achieving the quest to make Ghana a rice self-sufficient nation.

The Ghana Rice Festival is an annual festival used to celebrate the local rice industry. Various producers and industry players were present at this year’s event to exhibit their products.

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Food review: Dilraz, Bridgnorth - 3.5 stars

By Andy Richardson | Dining out | Published: Nov 10, 2019

I hadn’t intended to eat at Dilraz.

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Dilraz, Bridgnorth. Chicken chaat starter.

And the world didn’t stop spinning on its axis when I called in for an unbooked Monday evening supper. A restaurant directly opposite, Himalaya Tandoori, had originally been the objective of my enquiry. But Dilraz looked more inviting and more welcoming; the room was full whereas Himalaya was empty and I was intrigued to find out why. What did the locals of Bridgnorth know about Dilraz that I didn’t. Turns out, not much.

Bridgnorth is a curious town for diners. You’d imagine that it might match the standards frequently shown in nearby Ludlow and Shrewsbury. After all, it has a reasonably affluent demograph, it’s easy for commuters to reach from the Black Country, Staffordshire and the rest of Shropshire. It’s a pretty town, much beloved by day trippers. It is, in many ways, the sort of town that should have a thriving restaurant scene. A few have tried to raise the bar, to lift standards above the normal flotsam and jetsam of burger bars, curry houses and the like.

Dilraz, Bridgnorth.

Simon Syzmanski, the former number two to TV’s Michelin-starred Yummy Brummie, Glynn Purnell, opened a restaurant a decade ago called Nomis. It stuttered as quickly as you can say: “Simon, your money just went down the tubes.” The former Ludlow cook, Will Holland, looked to take on those premises after Simon’s failure but baulked after running into legal difficulties. And there’s been nothing to really inspire the senses every since. Decent, fair-to-middling – yes. But nothing that makes diners drive miles and miles with eager anticipation.

Mondays are only marginally better than death in the restaurant trade. Most sensible operators close for the day as locals go back to work, get over a weekend’s feasting and save their money until Friday, Saturday and Sunday comes around. Dilraz, however, was the most inviting restaurant in town with a warm dining room and shop windows that revealed a pretty full house.

Dilraz, Bridgnorth. Chicken Pathia and mushroom pilau rice and chicken chaat starter.

When I walked in, the greeting from a youthful waiter was exceptional and the service he subsequently provided helped earn the restaurant an extra mark. Without him, it would have been utterly unremarkable. It’s strange how service can make a mediocre meal feel better than it really is.

The interior at Dilraz is decent. While too many curry houses get away with living in the 1970s or 1980s, Dilraz have spent a few quid on a sleek, modern design that’s all black and burnished copper. It’s a little bit like being inside a late night whirly gig; God knows how people feel after they’re six pints of Cobra in. They’ve made the effort, happily, which is more than some do.

Dilraz, Bridgnorth.

I started with the obligatory poppadoms. A too-sweet mango puree provided zero cubes of mango and was mostly sugar and syrup; the mint and yoghurt was perfectly passable with peppery onions that bit back.

First up was a chicken chaat. It was reasonably good. The slick of oil that fills many plates – like a culinary Exxon Valdez – was happily absent. The flavours were mild and a little underwhelming. The roti was decent; disgustingly doughy and filling, just like it ought to be, while a few shredded strands of iceberg lettuce and pomegranate seeds were less offensive than the awful salads that most curry houses get away with. Small pieces of cucumber had been added to the chaat mix at the last minute, providing a natural coolant – the gastronomic version of Triple QX – and the dish was enjoyable.

Dilraz, Bridgnorth. mushroom pilau rice.

The main was less delightful. Chicken pathia ought to have been hot and sour but the flavours were somehow muted; it was like watching TV in black and white rather than colour. The chicken had been cut into pieces of different size, so the large chunks were delightfully cooked to a pleasing tender, moistness. The thinner, smaller pieces were like the soles sold by Timpsons. Not good. Basmati rice was fine; fluffy and speckled with colour.

The desserts did nothing to sell themselves and I called it a night after two courses and snacky little poppadoms.

Dilraz had been pleasant and reasonable but ultimately underwhelming. It hadn’t done anything to persuade a return visit. The service was the most impressive element, hoiking the score up by a point, and the interiors were reasonably pretty. But other than that there wasn’t much to write home about.

Dilraz, Bridgnorth. Chicken Pathia and mushroom pilau rice.

Mediocrity is the hardest gig when it comes to critiquing restaurants. Stick a reviewer in a hateful, inept, unclean restaurant and words fall like raindrops in a hurricane. The faults appear bigger than the Empire State. Every little failing feels somehow amplified. At the other end of the spectrum, the best restaurants sing like a choir. Food is stuff from the Gods, cocktails taste like angel’s tears; everything is rapture.

Dilraz, Bridgnorth.

The mid-market, however, is light drizzle on an autumn day. It’s rain in Manchester, a slow train in London, a congested drive to work. It’s the second best CD, the one you didn’t really want; it’s a dress or suit that doesn’t quite fit; it’s a tiny piece of grit in a shoe. Which is to say; there’s nothing so bad that it’s time to get worked up – the food isn’t the equal of a Fed Ex parcel that’s been infuriatingly delayed by 14 days – it’s just meh, so-so, am I bovvered. And that, my friends, is where we’re at with Dilraz. Damned by faint praise, rather than out and out criticism. Great service, nice interior, fair prices and OK food.

After paying the bill and eating the cloying, sticky After Eight, I wondered again why the place was full on a Monday evening when others were struggling for trade. And the only answer I could find was this: I really don’t know.

Sample Menu

Starters

Sweet chilli garlic king prawns £5.50

Dilraz special starter £4.95

Mushroom janter £4.50

Mains

Paneer tikka £6.95

Tandoori king prawn tawa £11.95

Lamb balti £7.95

Sides

Aloo gobi £3.25

Sag aloo £3.25

Mushroom bhajee £3.25

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63 Whitburn St, Bridgnorth WV16 4QP

01746 765888

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Our foolproof plan will help you drop a dress size, banish bloating and leave you feeling full of energy after just two weeks

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The two-week plan can ensure you're looking your best for Christmas party season

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Want to look your best for the Christmas party? It’s easier than you think. Whether you want to shed a few pounds or banish bloating for a flatter tum, our fast-acting plan will help you blitz up to 7lb – roughly equivalent to one dress size – in just two weeks.

Packed with foods that are both energising and tummy trimming, our plan ensures you’ll shed weight without feeling tired during the hectic festive season.

And all the recipes – many of which are simply healthier versions of your favourite foods – are super easy and quick to make.

Follow our daily meal plan for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Plus, to help keep cravings at bay, you can also select two snacks from our list. Don’t fancy one of the meals on the schedule or don’t have the ingredients handy? No problem. Simply swap in a meal of your choice from another day.

Start the day with pancakes

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HOW THE DIET WORKS

You’ll eat around 1,400 calories a day – a safe amount for healthy weight loss. No food groups are cut out and you can eat everything but in reasonable quantities, with lower amounts of fat and sugar.

The diet is also packed with filling high-fibre foods and lean protein, so you won’t feel hungry and succumb to cravings. Plus, because it’s low in salt and filled with potassium-rich fruit and vegetables, it will also help you get rid of excess fluid and lose that uncomfortable bloated feeling – meaning your dress will zip up that bit more easily.

The plan is perfect if you're feeling a bit bloated

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Day 1

·       Breakfast: Poached egg on one slice of wholemeal toast, no butter, with two grilled tomatoes.

·       Lunch: Grilled chicken salad made from mixed leaves, chopped red pepper, cucumber slices, chopped red onion, five cherry tomatoes, one sliced chicken breast and 2tbsp low-fat balsamic dressing. Plus one satsuma.

·       Dinner: Veggie chilli made using one tin of kidney beans, red pepper, mushrooms, carrots, one tin of tomatoes. Serve with 100g brown rice.

Day 2

·       Breakfast: Bowl of porridge made from 50g traditional oats and 180ml skimmed milk, sweetened with a little honey. Plus one pear.

·       Lunch: Prawn pasta made with two handfuls of wholemeal pasta, with 2tbsp tomato and basil sauce, handful cooked prawns, handful of fresh spinach and 2tsp grated parmesan.

·       Dinner: Small lean grilled steak served with roasted red pepper, courgette, and butternut squash.

Day 3

·       Breakfast: Two pancakes made with one egg, 25g wholemeal flour and enough semi-skimmed milk to make a batter, cooked without fat in a non-stick pan. Top with 2tbsp fat-free yoghurt and a handful of berries.

·       Lunch: Tuna salad wrap made with wholemeal pitta, 1tsp low-fat mayo, lettuce, tomato and 6oz tinned tuna. Plus one apple and a glass of fruit juice.

·       Dinner: Mozzarella cod made with cod fillet baked in foil with basil leaves, one tomato and a matchbox sized piece of cheese, served with mixed steamed veg.

Day 4

·       Breakfast: Smoothie made from semi-skimmed milk and a handful of mixed berries, plus 25g nuts.

·       Lunch: Half a tin of tomato and lentil soup with a granary roll, plus one pot of low-fat yoghurt.

·       Dinner: Tuna kebabs made with one tuna steak chopped into chunks and alternated on a skewer with red and yellow pepper slices. Grill and serve with steamed broccoli and green beans.

Super snacks

·       Sliced apple with 1tbsp peanut butter

·       Low-fat fruit yoghurt

·       Banana

·       Small handful mixed nuts

·       Two oatcakes with half a sliced avocado

·       Two chopped carrots with 2tbsp low-fat hummus

·       A 150ml glass of red or white wine (once a week)

Day 5

·       Breakfast: Half a can of reduced sugar and salt baked beans, with one slice of wholemeal toast. Plus an apple.

·       Lunch: Sushi of three California rolls, cup miso soup, plus two slices of fresh pineapple.

·       Dinner: Moroccan lemon chicken made with chicken breast baked in foil with six chopped green olives, one garlic clove, lemon slices and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve with oven-roasted vegetables.

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Day 6

·       Breakfast: Bircher-style porridge made with semi-skimmed milk, 50g oats, one grated apple, chopped almonds and mixed berries.

·       Lunch: Prawn sandwich made with two slices wholemeal bread and a handful of prawns mixed with natural yoghurt, tomato and salad leaves. Plus one banana.

·       Dinner: Honey-glazed pork chop. Grill one chop with 1tsp of honey spread over it, serve with sauteed broccoli, sugar snap peas and green beans.

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Day 7

·       Breakfast: Two toasted English wholemeal muffins spread with Marmite.

·       Lunch: Bowl of chunky veg soup plus an open salmon sandwich made with two slices of wholegrain bread, tinned salmon and 1tsp balsamic vinegar.

·       Dinner: Grilled lamb chop with steamed broccoli, peas, carrots and 1tsp mint sauce.

Day 8

·       Breakfast: Spicy scrambled eggs with ½tsp cayenne pepper on granary toast.

·       Lunch: Ready-made sandwich or roll. Look for anything with less than 400 cals.

·       Dinner: One baked salmon fillet, cooked with 1bsp creme fraiche and 1tsp chopped dill. Served with steamed asparagus, spinach and broccoli.

Try a banana smoothie for a healthy breakfast

Day 9

·       Breakfast: Banana smoothie, made by blending a banana with a small glass of semi-skimmed milk, plus four brazil nuts.

·       Lunch: Any veggie soup served with a wholemeal roll, plus a handful of grapes or an apple.

·       Dinner: Easy roast chicken. Bake one chicken breast with one chopped sweet potato, one sliced courgette and a handful of chopped broccoli, brushed with a little olive oil, in a roasting tray for 30 mins. Serve with gravy made with 1tbsp granules.

Easy ways to beat the bloat

1. Fill up on fibre

Food that stays undigested in your system longer than 24 hours can release gases that bloat your tummy. The answer is to eat plenty of fibre-rich fruit, veg and wholegrains as they help keep your digestive system working efficiently.

2. Chew more slowly

It’s not just about what you eat, but also how you eat. Smaller bits of food are easier for your stomach to break down, and eating slowly gives your brain sufficient time to register when you’re full, which can help prevent overeating.

3. Feed your gut

A probiotic supplement or daily yoghurt drink can help banish bloating by increasing the number of friendly bacteria in your gut, improving digestion and reducing IBS-type symptoms.

4. Slash salt levels

Salt is found in many shop-bought and processed foods, which is bad news for bloating as it encourages your body to retain water. Get label savvy and avoid foods with a high sodium content. When cooking use herbs and spices to add flavour to meals instead.

5. Ditch ready meals and fizzy drinks

The additives in processed foods and soft drinks ferment in your stomach, producing gas and a swollen belly – bad news when you’re trying to trim your tummy.

Day 10

·       Breakfast: Pot of full-fat Greek yoghurt with a sliced banana and a handful of almonds.

·       Lunch: Half a tin of reduced sugar and salt baked beans on two slices of granary toast.

·       Dinner: Spicy cod. Bake one fish fillet in foil with lemon juice and 15g chopped chorizo. Serve with oven-roasted red pepper, courgettes and tomatoes.

Grilled salmon and asparagus

Day 11

·       Breakfast: Two-egg omelette, cooked with half a chopped red pepper and a handful of spinach.

·       Lunch: Spicy three-bean baked potato. Heat half a tin each of lentils, chickpeas and kidney beans in a saucepan with ½tsp cumin, ½tsp coriander and 1tbsp tomato puree. Use to top a medium-sized baked sweet potato.

·       Dinner: Prawn curry. In a wok, fry a large handful of frozen prawns with 1tsp grated ginger, three chopped spring onions, 1tsp curry powder, half a red pepper, sliced, a quarter of a mango, sliced, and half a tin of coconut milk. Serve with 60g brown basmati rice.

Day 12

·       Breakfast: One poached egg with half a mashed avocado, on one slice of wholegrain toast.

·       Lunch: Baked jacket potato with mixed Mediterranean veg, topped with 1tbsp of crumbled feta cheese.

·       Dinner: Chicken stir-fry made with one chicken breast, chopped into strips, stir-fried with half a chopped red onion, one minced garlic clove, one chopped yellow pepper, a handful of mushrooms, eight sugar snap peas and 1tbsp of soy sauce.

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Day 13

·       Breakfast: Two toasted crumpets, spread thinly with Marmite or jam, plus one pear.

·       Lunch: Egg fried rice made by frying 75g pre-cooked basmati rice with one large beaten egg, two spring onions, a handful of frozen peas and a little soy sauce.

·       Dinner: Hearty beef stew. Make by browning 300g lean braising steak and one onion, then adding two chopped carrots and half a chopped swede with 500ml of beef stock. Cook either in a slow cooker or in a casserole dish on the hob. Makes two portions.

Day 14

·       Breakfast: Two boiled eggs with asparagus soldiers.

·       Lunch: Minestrone or spicy lentil soup, with a wholemeal roll.

·       Dinner: Shepherd’s pie made with 200g minced lamb, half chopped onion, half can green lentils, one beef stock cube and one can of tinned tomatoes. Top with one large cooked sweet potato, mashed with 1tsp olive oil.

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White Organic Agro Limited (BSE: 513713), has announced its unaudited financial results for the second quarter and half year ended September 30th, 2019. We witnessed superior acceptability and high demand for products and brand "White Organics" enabling us to report excellent growth in the second quarter and half year ended 30th September 2019. Financial Highlights: Half Year ended 30th Sept, 2019 Consolidated Performance Highlights: - Revenue was at Rs. 100.89 crore in HY 2019-2020 - EBITDA was at Rs. 8.86 crore in HY 2019-2020 - Profit After Tax and Minority Interest was at Rs. 7.70 crore in HY 2019-2020 - EPS at Rs. 2.20 Commenting on the financial results, Mr. Darshak Rupani, Managing Director, White Organic Agro Ltd. said: "In the Half Year ended 30th September, 2019, our Company registered excellent revenue of Rs. 70.22 Crores. This was mainly because of high demand & growing acceptability for organic food particularly in rice, Aloe Vera and Moringa segments. During the half we have significantly added new business horizon like new organic basmati rice, organic vegetables and variety of other products in our products offerings. Our focus remains on increasing our reach and making available products which are preferred by the customers. We are confident that the efficient execution of our strategy will translate into sustainable and responsible growth. As more and more awareness is created, India will see a strong shift towards organic food with growth driven by acceleration in health consciousness, customer spending and huge opportunity lying within the unexploited organic sector. The Company constantly endeavours to increase leased land under cultivation and strengthen relationships with esteemed clients. I thank the entire team of 'White Organic Agro' for their untiring efforts, hard work, sincerity and high dedication. Also, I would like to thank our valued Shareholders, whose support and faith in our Company along with their critical inputs has given us the determination and ambition to grow from strength to strength." Shares of White Organic Agro Ltd was last trading in BSE at Rs.7.24 as compared to the previous close of Rs. 7.36. The total number of shares traded during the day was 19065 in over 115 trades. The stock hit an intraday high of Rs. 7.5 and intraday low of 7.1. The net turnover during the day was Rs. 137821.
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Thailand to Sell Rice to Iraq

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Thailand has reportedly signed a deal to sell rice to Iraq.

According to Financial Post, the move comes nearly 10 years after losing Iraqi contracts over quality concerns.

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LACK OF WATER IN SADO RIVER THREATENS ALENTEJO RICE PRODUCTION

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Rice Prices

as on : 11-11-2019 02:50:48 PM

Arrivals in tonnes;prices in Rs/quintal in domestic market.

	Arrivals			Price
	Current	% change	Season cumulative	Modal	Prev. Modal	Prev.Yr %change
Rice
Bindki(UP)	280.00	33.97	6678.00	2350	2440	4.91
Hardoi(UP)	200.00	11.11	5540.00	2450	2460	-1.21
Barhaj(UP)	180.00	-10	8043.00	2400	2400	6.43
Bazpur(Utr)	170.50	35.86	3980.30	2200	2200	-10.20
Muzzafarnagar(UP)	155.00	93.75	2820.00	2690	2690	1.32
Gondal(UP)	150.00	NC	6488.50	2460	2460	-0.40
Kanpur(Grain)(UP)	130.00	36.84	4690.00	2100	2280	-5.62
Mainpuri(UP)	118.00	25.53	2762.00	2500	2510	-10.07
Chintamani(Kar)	91.00	333.33	791.00	2300	2300	17.95
Aligarh(UP)	75.00	7.14	3435.00	2550	7250	2.00
Naugarh(UP)	75.00	3.45	3066.50	2475	2465	9.03
Madhoganj(UP)	75.00	20.97	2162.50	2250	2280	0.45
Kasimbazar(WB)	72.50	-3.33	971.50	2650	2675	-6.36
Mathura(UP)	60.00	-14.29	1155.50	2550	2540	-1.92
Bareilly(UP)	56.00	115.38	1646.50	2550	2500	10.87
Honnali(Kar)	51.00	240	605.00	1856	1863	4.56
Gazipur(UP)	49.00	32.43	5220.50	3280	3310	10.07
Gauripur(ASM)	45.00	-4.26	1993.50	4500	4500	NC
Jorhat(ASM)	45.00	55.17	1940.50	3400	3400	6.25
Kalipur(WB)	44.00	-35.29	2066.00	2400	2400	-
Pandua(WB)	42.00	NC	1764.00	3100	3000	3.33
Cachar(ASM)	40.00	NC	3100.00	2400	2400	NC
Allahabad(UP)	40.00	-33.33	1375.50	2650	2700	13.98
Lalitpur(UP)	40.00	66.67	1216.00	2335	2520	-10.19
Kayamganj(UP)	40.00	NC	1289.00	2700	2670	14.41
Dadri(UP)	40.00	33.33	1023.00	2850	2800	3.64
Beldanga(WB)	40.00	-11.11	1705.00	2700	2700	3.85
Kopaganj(UP)	39.00	34.48	1149.00	2475	2480	9.27
Vasai(Mah)	38.00	18.75	1253.00	3430	3255	-1.72
Kandi(WB)	38.00	-5	897.00	2600	2620	3.17
Kicchha(Utr)	30.90	-69.1	634.20	2500	2200	13.64
Manvi(Kar)	30.00	-50	372.00	1850	1825	-
Muradabad(UP)	30.00	7.14	542.40	2560	2650	6.67
Sahiyapur(UP)	30.00	NC	1141.50	2470	2470	9.78
Bankura Sadar(WB)	30.00	-14.29	463.00	2500	2500	-3.85
Islampur(WB)	28.00	7.69	376.00	3750	3750	-
Ulhasnagar(Mah)	25.00	38.89	540.00	4300	4500	19.44
Ghaziabad(UP)	25.00	-28.57	2220.00	2915	2925	6.97
Chhibramau(Kannuj)(UP)	24.00	50	353.50	2740	2700	19.13
Raiganj(WB)	24.00	9.09	342.00	3650	3650	-
Devariya(UP)	22.50	21.62	1026.00	2480	2485	9.73
Partaval(UP)	22.50	NC	415.50	2400	2390	12.15
Sitapur(UP)	22.00	29.41	745.00	2415	2400	5.78
Wansi(UP)	22.00	10	802.00	2110	2110	NC
Hanagal(Kar)	21.00	-30	575.00	1900	1900	NC
Bhivandi(Mah)	21.00	-52.27	867.00	2400	2750	3.45
Karimganj(ASM)	20.00	NC	740.00	2450	2450	-
Falakata(WB)	20.00	NC	800.00	2600	2600	-7.14
Alipurduar(WB)	20.00	NC	540.00	2600	2600	-7.14
Fatehpur(UP)	18.70	28.97	892.90	2370	2365	9.72
Asansol(WB)	17.58	-22.89	2015.46	3000	3000	2.74
Farukhabad(UP)	16.00	-23.81	706.50	2740	2750	16.60
Durgapur(WB)	16.00	-28.89	1424.60	2800	2720	-1.75
Champadanga(WB)	15.00	25	463.00	3150	3100	NC
Nalbari(ASM)	14.50	-9.38	517.90	2500	2500	NC
Akbarpur(UP)	14.50	-3.33	825.60	2430	2430	8.48
Panchpedwa(UP)	14.00	-12.5	333.90	1975	1960	-11.04
Indus(Bankura Sadar)(WB)	14.00	-22.22	1721.00	2800	2800	NC
Nawabganj(UP)	12.00	-64.18	379.25	2460	2450	13.89
Kaliaganj(WB)	12.00	-20	158.00	3650	3600	-
Karvi(UP)	11.00	-38.89	458.50	2375	2350	6.50
Vilthararoad(UP)	10.00	NC	781.00	2150	2150	NC
Tamkuhi Road(UP)	9.00	NC	555.40	2250	2250	4.65
Kannauj(UP)	9.00	-25	375.50	2750	2650	19.57
Etah(UP)	8.00	33.33	250.50	2560	2570	0.79
Hailakandi(ASM)	7.00	16.67	116.00	2450	2450	2.08
Gadaura(UP)	7.00	250	575.50	2300	2300	9.52
Mirzapur(UP)	7.00	-26.32	325.50	2425	2450	8.26
Dibrugarh(ASM)	6.00	-11.76	362.80	3100	3100	6.16
Sehjanwa(UP)	6.00	20	252.00	2460	2470	13.89
Nadia(WB)	6.00	NC	424.00	3800	3800	-5.00
Mangaon(Mah)	5.00	NC	70.00	3200	3200	-8.57
Fatehabad(UP)	5.00	-66.67	352.90	2320	2320	3.11
Atarra(UP)	5.00	-16.67	282.00	2380	2360	8.18
Mugrabaadshahpur(UP)	5.00	-16.67	260.50	2270	2260	-
Tundla(UP)	5.00	100	210.70	2545	2550	1.80
Jahangirabad(UP)	4.00	14.29	154.50	2575	2575	0.59
Kalyani(WB)	4.00	14.29	156.00	3450	3450	1.47
Kosikalan(UP)	3.90	-4.88	194.10	2535	2565	-0.98
Buland Shahr(UP)	3.00	-14.29	142.80	2670	2645	0.38
Sonamura(Tri)	2.50	25	14.00	2700	2600	-
Imphal(Man)	2.30	NC	40.40	4900	4900	-
Charra(UP)	2.00	100	46.80	2550	2560	2.00
Kalimpong(WB)	2.00	100	35.50	2800	2800	-39.13
Anandnagar(UP)	1.80	NC	207.60	2460	2445	11.82
Fatehpur Sikri(UP)	1.70	NC	42.80	2595	2580	-2.81
Maudaha(UP)	1.20	-25	115.00	2365	2360	6.29
Nandyal(AP)	1.00	NC	38.00	3700	4250	-
Jambusar(Kaavi)(Guj)	1.00	NC	93.00	3200	3100	-
Aroor(Ker)	1.00	NC	15.00	10000	9200	9.89
Alibagh(Mah)	1.00	NC	108.00	4200	4200	-16.00
Murud(Mah)	1.00	NC	109.00	4200	4200	5.00
Khair(UP)	1.00	-33.33	44.10	2580	2580	1.98
Achnera(UP)	0.70	NC	32.30	2550	2550	-0.39
Lamlong Bazaar(Man)	0.70	-30	21.00	4800	4800	-

Published on November 11, 2019

https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/economy/agri-business/rice-prices/article29943832.ece

Parliamentary interaction to strengthen bilateral ties between Iran, Pakistan

10 November 2019 - 16:43

TEHRAN, Nov. 10 (MNA) – A Parliamentary Delegation consisting of the members of Pakistan-Iran Parliamentary Friendship Group led by Syed Naveed Qamar, Convener of the group in the National Assembly of Pakistan is visiting Iran at the invitation of the Head of Iran-Pakistan PFG from November 8-12, 2019.

The visit is aimed at to further strengthen the bilateral Parliamentary relations as well as overall bilateral relations between two brotherly countries. On the directives of the Honorable Speaker National Assembly of Pakistan, Syed Fakhar Imam, Chairman, Parliamentary Committee on Kashmir is also accompanying the delegation to present gratitude to the Parliament and government of the Islamic Republic of Iran for their consistent support for the cause of Kashmiris.

 On the first day of the visit, the delegation had a meeting with Members of Iran-Pakistan Friendship Group led by H. E. Mr. Ahmad Amirabadi as well as H. E. Mr. Reza Rehmani, Minister of Industry, Mine & Trade of Iran. Syed Naveed Qamar, Convener of the Pakistan-Iran PFG expressed gratitude to the Iranian side for an invitation for visit and conveyed that the delegation is visiting Iran as Ambassadors of Iran in the Parliament of Pakistan. He ensured that the group will facilitate to further improve relations between two brotherly countries who share a long border, common religion and history.

He said that the relations in the field of trade and commerce need to be increased and impediments to this end may be overcome with mutual consensus. The Parliamentary Friendship Group will try to facilitate in developing strong ties between two brotherly nations. The trade relations between the two countries need to be increased to their true potential. Despite the Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA), the issues of tariff and nono tariff barriers are existing. Being neighboring countries both countries have larger opportunities for trade and commerce which would benefit two countries. Pakistani can export rice, fruits, vegetables, and meat to Iran.

While availing the opportunity, Syed Fakhar Imam, Chairman, Parliamentary Committee on Kashmir apprised the Iranian side regarding the ongoing situation in Indian Occupied Jammu and Kashmir especially 5th August. The Chairman Kashmir Committee is visiting Iran on the directives of the Speaker National Assembly to present great gratitude to the Parliament, Government and people of the Islamic Republic of Iran for their continuous support for Kashmiris. On behalf of the Speaker National Assembly as well as Members of National Assembly and Senate of Pakistan, Syed Fakhar Imam presented great gratitude to the Iranian side for standing and supporting principles of justice in the case of Kashmiris. While available opportunities Chairman Parliamentary Committee on Kashmir highlighted Indian atrocities in Kashmir.

The head of the Iran Friendship Group expressed his hope that the visit will facilitate to improve relations between two countries. He recalled the excellent hospitality extended by Pakistan' Parliament during his visit to Pakistan along with a delegation in June 2019. He stressed upon the need to explore the mechanism for banking relations, improving trade relations, establishing border markets and Iran-Pakistan Gas Pipeline.

The Iranian Minister for Trade hoped that the Friendship Groups in the Parliaments of both countries will further facilitate in overcoming the impediments towards the promotion of trade and commerce relations between two countries.

Pakistan's Parliamentary Delegation includes Syed Naveed Qamar, Syed Fakhar Imam, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, Sajida Begum and Muhammad Aslam Bhootani.

Seyed Naveed Qamar and Fakhar Imam had interacted with Tehran based Media Channels and newspapers and highlighted the importance of visit for lobbying in Kashmir and improving bilateral relations between Pakistan and Iran.

MNA

https://en.mehrnews.com/news/152126/Parliamentary-interaction-to-strengthen-bilateral-ties-between

Pakistani parliamentary delegation in Tehran to strengthen ties

November 10, 2019

TEHRAN – A Pakistani parliamentary delegation has visited Tehran to strengthen ties between Tehran and Islamabad. 

The following is the text of a Saturday press release by Pakistan’s embassy in Tehran regarding the visit:

A parliamentary delegation consisting of the members of Pakistan-Iran Parliamentary Friendship Group led by Syed Naveed Qamar, convener of the group in the National Assembly of Pakistan, is visiting Iran at the invitation of the Head of Iran-Pakistan PFG from November 8-12.

The visit is aimed to further strengthen the bilateral parliamentary relations as well as overall bilateral relations between two brotherly countries. On the directives of the Honorable Speaker National Assembly of Pakistan, Syed Fakhar Imam, chairman of the parliamentary committee on Kashmir, is also accompanying the delegation to present gratitude to the parliament and government of the Islamic Republic of Iran for their consistent support for the cause of Kashmiris.

On the first day of the visit, the delegation had meetings with members of Iran-Pakistan friendship group led by Ahmad Amirabadi as well as Reza Rehmani, minister of industry, mine and trade of Iran. Syed Naveed Qamar, convener of the Pakistan-Iran PFG expressed gratitude to the Iranian side for invitation for visit and conveyed that the delegation is visiting Iran as ambassadors of Iran in the Parliament of Pakistan. He ensured that the group will facilitate to further improve relations between the two brotherly countries that share long border, common religion and history.

He said that the relations in the field of trade and commerce needs to be increased and impediments to this end may be overcome with mutual consensus. The parliamentary friendship group will try to facilitate developing strong ties between the two brotherly nations. The trade relations between the two countries needs to be increased to its true potential. Despite preferential trade agreement (PTA), the issues of tariff and no-no tariff barriers are existing. As neighbors, both countries have larger opportunities for trade and commerce which would benefit the two sides. Pakistan can export rice, fruits, vegetables and meat to Iran.

While availing the opportunity, Syed Fakhar Imam apprised the Iranian side regarding the ongoing situation in the Indian Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. The chairman of the Kashmir Committee is visiting Iran on the directives of the Speaker of the National Assembly to present great gratitude to the Parliament, government and people of the Islamic Republic of Iran for their continuous support for Kashmiris. On behalf of the speaker of the National Assembly as well as members of National Assembly and Senate of Pakistan, Syed Fakhar Imam presented great gratitude to the Iranian side for standing and supporting principles of justice in case of Kashmiris. While availing opportunities, chairman of the parliamentary committee on Kashmir highlighted Indian government’s atrocities in Kashmir.

The head of the Iran friendship group expressed his hope that the visit will facilitate to improve relations between two countries. He recalled the excellent hospitality extended by Pakistan's Parliament during his visit to Pakistan along with delegation in June, 2019. He stressed upon need to explore mechanism for banking relations, improving trade relations, establishing border markets and Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline.

The Iranian minister hoped that the friendship groups in the parliaments of both countries will further facilitate in overcoming the impediments towards promotion of trade and commerce relations between two countries.

MH/PA

https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/441857/Pakistani-parliamentary-delegation-in-Tehran-to-strengthen-ties