Thursday, May 07, 2020

7th May,2020 Daily Global Regional Local Rice E-Newsletter

Traders want govt to clearly define hoarding, stock
The Newspaper's Staff ReporterUpdated May 06, 2020
Description: REAP, SAP express reservations over anti-hoarding law. — AFP/File
REAP, SAP express reservations over anti-hoarding law. — AFP/File
LAHORE: Rice traders and seed and poultry associations fear that the recently promulgated anti-hoarding law will be misused to hurt their and the country’s interests.
Representatives of Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP), Seed Association of Pakistan (SAP), Asia-Pacific Seed Association (APSA), Poultry Association of Pakistan and other large-scale sectors held a meeting at the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry here on Tuesday with LCCI President Irfan Iqbal Sheikh in the chair.
They expressed their reservations regarding the anti-hoarding ordinance and demanded clarifying parameters for implementation of the law so that it may not be misused against genuine stocks of eatables, particularly wheat and rice stocks meant for seed and export purposes.
They demanded that the government ensure that the law is not used against the trading community as an arm-twisting measure and sought a clear definition of hoarding and the essential stocks.
They argued that industries, wholesale dealers and retailers have to maintain a reasonable stock of merchandise to ensure smooth supplies throughout the year. Likewise, seed companies have to store seed for use in the next season but, they alleged, they are not being allowed to procure basic and certified wheat seed by officials of food departments of Punjab and Sindh along with the district administration notwithstanding instructions by the Punjab food minister in this respect.
Rather, they alleged, farmers are being threatened with action under the anti-hoarding law if they retain wheat crop for seed purposes, while no law mentions need for any permit for such stocks.
They regretted that no government has ever differentiated between illegal hoarding and lawful stocks and if the discretionary powers in the new law are misused, they warned, the trade sector will further plunge into crisis creating unrest in the society.
Those who attended the meeting included LCCI SVP Ali Hussam Asghar, VP Mian Zahid Javed, REAP President Shahjahan Malik, SAP chief Chaudhry Bilal Ahmed and Rana Salman, APSA’s Tahir Saleemi and poultry association’s Chaudhry Furqan, Pir Syed Nazim Shah, Chaudhry Nusrat, Suhail Malik, Haris Ateeq, Arshad Khan and others.
Published in Dawn, May 6th, 2020

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DR. Rob
a day ago
It's TRUE It should be defined

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Tawaqi
a day ago
What can you expect from a govt which considers hoarding even if you have 100 packets of wheat flour as stock.

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Mansur Ul Haque
about 21 hours ago
Who will define it. No body know what/ how to define it. It is statement that must have been given on someaspacts. Now everyone is started relaying it without knowing it's affects/ impacts.

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NFA expects to deliver sixth batch of 29,000 bags of rice

Published May 6, 2020, 5:20 PM
By Ellalyn De Vera-Ruiz 
The sixth batch of around 29,000 bags of rice were expected to be delivered to the National Food Authority (NFA) warehouses in Metro Manila on Wednesday, May 6.
This is to sustain the requirements of local government units (LGUs) and relief agencies providing food packs for affected families during the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ).
“This is already the sixth wave of our NFA rice caravan to NCR since the implementation of ECQ in Luzon on March 16,” NFA Administrator Judy Carol Dansal said.
“The NCR has recorded the highest number of COVID-19 cases and the biggest number of affected families since the start of the ECQ, that’s why NFA has to ensure that there will always be sufficient government rice buffer stock in the area,” she pointed out
The first NFA rice caravan was rolled out on March 26, composed of 30 trucks loaded with 30,000 bags of rice.
This was followed on April 7 with 17 trucks carrying 17,000 bags; April 13 to 14 trucks with 14,000 bags; April 23 to 32 trucks with 32,000 bags; and April 29 to 26 trucks with 26,000 bags.
The rice stocks came from Ilocos Region, Cagayan Valley, and Central Luzon providing the biggest volume of rice transfer.
“With the weekly transfer of supplies from rice-producing regions to NCR (National Capital Region), we are able to continuously replenish our NFA rice stocks, to sustain the requirements of local government units (LGUs) and relief agencies providing food packs for affected families during the ECQ period,” Dansal said.
The rice-loaded trucks will converge at the NFA Malolos City Office compound where they will be met by Dansal and NFA field officials before proceeding to various NFA warehouses in NCR for unloading and immediate turnaround.
Due to the increased demand for NFA rice for relief operations, Dansal has ordered full-blast milling of the NFA’s palay stocks and continuous transfer of additional rice stocks not only to NCR but also other rice-deficit regions under lockdown


GIEWS Country Brief: Guinea-Bissau 06-May-2020

Source:FAO 
Posted:6 May 2020

Originally published:6 May 2020

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FOOD SECURITY SNAPSHOT
·       Timely start of 2020 cropping season
·       Above‑average cereal production harvested in 2019
·       Increasing cereal import requirements in 2019/20 marketing year (November/October)
·       Food assistance needed for vulnerable households
Timely start of th 2020 cropping season
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In late April 2020, the Forum of the Agro‑Hydro‑Climatic Seasonal Forecast in Sudano‑Sahelian Africa (PRESASS) released its forecast for the whole rainy season (June/October) across the Sahel and Soudanian zones. The forecast points to above‑average rainfall amounts which will continue until October. If this forecast materializes, it will contribute to favourable agricultural production and availability of pasture and water as well as good pastoral conditions.
The conditions of natural pasture coverage are satisfactory and rains are benefiting the development of newly germinated pasture. Due to the abundance and diversification of biomass, the animal body condition is satisfactory. The health situation remains overall good and stable.

Mexico Drops Pest-Related Ban on Uruguayan Imports 


MEXICO CITY, MEXICO -- In September 2019, Mexico banned imports of Uruguayan milled rice after finding khapra beetle in a shipment (see USA Rice Daily, September 24, 2019).  The embargo on Uruguayan rice came to an end late last month when Mexico granted temporary entry for the next 90 days to ensure adequate rice supply while the country weathers the COVID-19 pandemic.

"We understand Mexico wanting to bring in more rice due to this crisis, and we trust that Mexico's National Health Service, Food Safety and Food Quality (SENASICA) will continue to safeguard Mexico's imports," said Todd Burich, chair of the USA Rice Latin America Trade Policy Committee.
 
Although Uruguay exports both rough and milled rice, the majority of what they ship to Mexico is milled.  Similar to the U.S., Uruguay does not pay tariffs on rice sold to Mexico.

While U.S milled rice exports to Mexico stayed fairly constant during the last seven months when Uruguayan rice was out of the market, exports of U.S. rough rice increased by seven percent to an average of 23,000 tons per month.  

Mexican milled rice importers are using U.S. rough rice milled in Mexico to meet growing demand.  Mexican consumers, like their counterparts in the U.S., have been influenced by the global pandemic and are purchasing larger amounts of rice from retail than is typical.  And, like in the U.S., many stores in Mexico are now limiting the amount of rice that can be purchased per customer.

As many traditional consumer facing promotional activities are on hold given Mexico's nationwide restrictions on non-essential economic activities through the end of the month, USA Rice has focused on revamping our social media presence, developing materials for trade shows later in the year, and commencing research into the physiological benefits of rice that would resonate with Mexican consumers.




NJ’s Best Takeout and Delivery Meal Options for Mother’s Day

This year, take care of mom while staying socially distant.

By Emily Bell | | May 5, 2020Description: Mother's Day

Photo courtesy of Flickr user torbakhopper via Creative Commons.
A lot of plans have been canceled thanks to the coronavirus. But Mother’s Day? Mother’s Day is never, ever cancelled.
And not just because mom is going especially above and beyond this year. The holiday is historically one of the busiest days in the restaurant and hospitality world. Typically at least a third of households try to dine out on Mother’s Day. Covid-19 changes that, but restaurants are still finding a way to prepare special menus for Mother’s Day.
Here are just a handful of examples of New Jersey restaurants doing special Mother’s Day menus this year. Check out your local spots, too, and feel free to opt for extras like dessert, bubbly, or (see below) lobster, because mothering in the age of coronvirus is just so. Much. More.
*Hours of operation, ordering deadlines, and curbside pick-up/takeout rules vary from location to location. Most places require a couple days’ advance notice, but check with your restaurant to see when they’ll need your order.
—Australian-twanged Frankie in Jersey City has been going strong with an eclectic take away menu, so it’s no surprise their Mother’s Day menu is a mix of fun and proper foodie delights. The “Breakfast in Bed” for four is $120, which buys you a pastry box (with assorted scones and doughnuts; $40 alone) plus a small dainty feast, even a pét-nat and some strawberries. Order  here, as well as a four- or six-pack “Mom’s Stash” of wine. Order starting Wednesday for pick-up Saturday or Sunday.
Acacia in Lawrenceville is another savvy spot doing both Mother’s Day dinner and brunch. One reason to lean toward the $100 three-course brunch-for-four is it comes with banana bread and honey butter. The rest of the brunch is as stick-to-your-ribs homey, with entrees like shrimp and grits, Greek egg frittata, and chicken and waffles with gravy and maple syrup. Dinner is $115 for four and includes dessert options. Extras include Bloody Mary mix and truffle mac n’ cheese, which. Order by phone (609-895-9885) by Thursday, May 7. Pick up times vary depending, so check before you drive on down.
The ChopHouse in Gibbsboro is ready to serve up a steakhouse-style Mother’s Day. The prix fixe is $42.50 per person, with full-throttle steakhouse style options like lobster bisque, 28-day dry-aged strip steak and New York cheesecake. What’s nice here is you can order all the way up to noon on Saturday, May 9. And extra $20 gets you a bottle of bubbly, chardonnay, or cabernet.
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant in Voorhees and Maple Shade is doing Mother’s Day dinner and brunch. Dinner options are springy and affordable: $32 for four. There’s also a $20 lobster tail add-on. Orders should be placed by Thursday and picked up on Saturday.
—For moms who like their Italian cuisine chic and a little modern, Bottagra in Hawthorne is doing a $90 four-course prix fixe for four. The menu is nicely curated, though there’s still a lot of room to plan the meal per mom’s tastes. The overall vibe is luscious and yet somehow light: Prince Edward Island mussels fra diavolo with chili flakes, wild mushroom bowtie pasta with fruffle cream, salmon provenciale with capers, tomato and lemon white wine sauce. They’ve also got beer and wine available for pick-up. Place your orders—by phone only—by Friday, May 8.
—It looks like The Peacock Inn in Princeton is actually making a triumphant return on Mother’s Day, which is all the more reason to give their $115 three-course prix fixe for four a shot. The menu is thoughtful and modestly indulgent, with entrees that include short ribs with garlic mashed potatoes, crab cakes with sweet corn and remoulade, and a vegan and gluten-free black truffle spinach and mushroom risotto. Then, should you so choose, crème brulée for dessert. They’re also doing beer, wine, and spirits to go. Place your order by Friday, May 8.
40 North Restaurant Group is doing a $99 Mother’s Day dinner for four at all of its restaurants (Café Villa in ChathamPiattino in Mendham and Summit), The Office Tavern and Grill in Summit and Morristown and Blackhorse Pub in Mendham). The set-up is nicely standard and easy-going, with appetizers and sides included (e.g. spring Greek salad and truffle cauliflower with pine nuts and parmesan), with a choice of two out of three entrees (slow-braised lamb pot pie, roasted free range chicken and Atlantic salmon). Participating restaurants might also be offering beer and wine for sale, if mom is so inclined, ahem. Place your order by Wednesday, May 6. Delivery is $10. Flowers and last-minute Hallmark cards not included.
Osteria Morini in Bernardsville is offering several kits. Choose from the Pancake Party Package ($75 plus tax and gratuity); Bagel Brunch Package ($75 plus tax and gratuity); or Mother’s Day Dinner Package ($150 plus tax and gratuity). All options serve four and include a bud vase with flowers. Place your orders by Thursday, May 7 at 5 pm, and pick up at Nicoletta entrance, 107 Morristown Road, Bernardsville, 908-221-0040.
—Skip the crowded stores and let Jockey Hollow Bar & Kitchen in Morristown cook for your family. Executive chef AJ Capella will prepare a Mother’s Day feast with a la carte selections of food, wine and desserts by The Artist Baker, plus flowers from Fairview Farm. Orders must be received by Wednesday for Saturday 2-5 pm curbside pickup.
—For its first Mother’s Day since opening its Wyckoff location, Benares Indian Restaurant is offering two Mother’s Day dinner menus. Choose from a three-course dinner for two ($49 plus tax and gratuity) and a three-course family dinner that serves six ($149 plus tax and gratuity). In addition to your choice of appetizers, entrees and dessert, meals come with basmati rice, naan bread, raita (yogurt) and mango chutney. Available for curbside pickup or delivery.
Samba Montclair chef/owner Ilson Goncalves learned to cook watching his mother, making his Mother’s Day offerings all the more special. Main courses off Samba’s menu will be available to-go in trays that serve six. Choose from classic Feijoada (slow cooked for 24 hours) to Brazilian beef stroganoff with mushrooms and fresh cream. All entrées come with rice, beans and house salad. Each tray costs $100. Place your order by Friday, May 8.

Cabinet approves rice export, reconstitution of minorities commission

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–Shibli Faraz accuses PML-N and PPP of playing politics over coronavirus situation
ISLAMABAD: The federal cabinet on Tuesday approved the reconstitution of the National Commission for Minorities and allowed the export of rice and locally manufactured hand sanitisers, as Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Shibli Faraz criticised the opposition Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) for playing politics over the coronavirus situation.
Briefing the media about the decisions taken in the federal cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Imran Khan, Faraz said that Minister for Planning and Development Asad Umar gave a comprehensive briefing on the coronavirus situation in the country.
“Umar informed the members that Pakistan’s situation was far better than that of many developed countries,” he added. On the occasion, the prime minister and all the cabinet members, including ministers, ministers of state, advisers and special assistants, decided to donate their one month salary to the Prime Minister’s COVID-19 Relief Fund 2020.
According to Faraz, the federal cabinet also accorded approval to the export of rice and locally manufactured hand sanitisers to earn foreign exchange. It was also decided to include 61 food and non-food items in PSQCA’s quality control list, he added.
He said the cabinet also deliberated on the issue of ban on import of goods from India, except life-saving drugs. The prime minister directed to ensure that there is no violation of the ban.
Faraz said the cabinet also approved the reconstitution of the National Commission for Minorities on the recommendation of the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony.
A Hindu community member from Sindh, Chela Ram Kewlani has been named as chairman of the commission. Maulana Syed Muhammad Abdul Khabir Azad and Mufti Gulzar Ahmed Naeemi will represent the Muslim community in the commission.
Three members each have been selected from Hindu and Christian community, while two members have been named from Sikh community and one member each will represent Kelash and Parsi communities in the commission. No Ahmadi has been included in the commission. The chairman of the Council of Islamic Ideology will be the commission’s ex-officio member while the religious affairs secretary will also act as the commission’s secretary.
The information minister said the cabinet was informed that the Committee on Election Reforms had sent its report to the Ministry of Law and Justice. The PM said that reforming the electoral system was part of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s agenda and it would remain the topmost priority of its government, he added.
The prime minister also stressed the need to reform the criminal justice system and directed the minister for law and justice to finalise the reformation process within six months. He said that modern technology should be introduced in police stations to change the “Thana” culture. The meeting was updated on the conversion of police stations to model police stations with the introduction of modern technology, Faraz added.
On the PM’s directives, the cabinet was informed that 76 illegal appointments were made on senior posts in seven divisions during the previous government. The ministries concerned were directed to present reports on those appointments in the next cabinet meeting, Faraz said.
Briefing about the implementation of decisions taken during 81 cabinet meetings, Faraz said that a total 1,630 decisions were made out of which 1,376 ( 86%) had been implemented whereas 114 decisions ( 7%) were in the implementation stage.
The minister said that SAPM on Social Welfare Dr Sania Nishtar briefed the cabinet about the ongoing process of financial help of vulnerable segments of the society through the Ehsaas Emergency Cash Programme. It was informed that in addition to 400,000 families as per the data of previous governments, almost 810,000 new ones had been added.
The programme was being implemented in a most transparent manner and on merit, Dr Sania Nishtar said.
‘PML-N, PPP HOODWINKING MASSES’:
Faraz also responded to Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) spokesperson Marriyum Aurangzeb’s media talk from a day earlier in which she had spoken out against the National Accountability Bureau’s (NAB) summoning of Shehbaz Sharif.
She portrayed it to be a case “as if a very virtuous, innocent and honest man has been humiliated”, said Faraz of Aurangzeb’s briefing.
He said that if Shehbaz had been summoned by NAB, then it was because NAB is an institution in pursuit of the implementation of law in the land. “If you consider appearing before the law an act which tarnishes your reputation then that means you have no regard for the law,” he added.
Faraz said that both the PML-N and the Pakistan People’s Party PPP were trying to hoodwink the masses with catchy slogans and critical statements at a time when the country is passing through a crisis situation. “The government believes in serving the masses but responding to criticism was its right,” he added.
The minister urged the opposition to support the government’s efforts to deal with the virus and provide relief to the vulnerable segments of society.
About PPP’s Sindh minister Saeed Ghani’s news conference, he said the party, which used to rule the country, was now confined to just one province because of its incompetent leadership.

KCR extends lockdown in Telangana till 29 May; liquor shops to open today

Chief Minister of Telangana, K Chandrasekhar Rao (Photo: ANI)
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Those who purchase alcohol will have to wear masks compulsorily, and will also have to shell out 16% more money on liquor, said CM KCR
Description: Chief Minister of Telangana, K Chandrasekhar Rao (Photo: ANI)

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