Q1: Is rice export banned from India?
A1: Yes, the Indian government has banned the export of non-basmati white rice with immediate effect. [Updated: Saturday, July 22, 2023]
Q2: Why did India impose a ban on rice exports?
A2: India imposed the ban due to rising domestic prices, fears of a shortfall in the next crop yield, and efforts to rein in high food prices. [Updated: Saturday, July 22, 2023]
Q3: How much non-basmati rice did India export in 2022?
A3: India exported 17.86 million tons of non-basmati rice in 2022. [Updated: Saturday, July 22, 2023]
Q4: Does the ban on rice exports affect the United States?
A4: Expatriate Indians living in the United States are urging the Indian government to exempt the US from the export ban, as the US accounts for a small share of Indian rice exports. [Updated: Saturday, July 22, 2023]
Q5: Are there any restrictions on exporting rice from India currently?
A5: Currently, there are no restrictions or bans imposed by the Indian government for exporting rice. However, the European Union has made changes in Maximum Residue Levels (MRLs) which can impact rice exports. [Updated: Saturday, July 22, 2023]
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