Rice, an inexpensive staple food consumed around the world, naturally contains a deadly toxin called arsenic. This toxin is found in low quantities, meaning that a bowl of rice doesn't pose a risk to ...

Expect prices of rice to go down further next week as the government begins the imposition of suggested retail prices (SRP) on four rice varieties. The Department of Agriculture (DA) held a ...

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) announced on Friday, January 3, that it will soon unveil its plan to remove labels from imported rice following consultations with industry ...

Olam International is calling for retailers and food brands to back the new “Sustainable Rice Platform-Verified” Assurance Scheme and consumer pack label*, which will allow consumers to choose ...

Rice mixing is said to have exacerbated the shortage of local white rice in the market. The domestic trade and cost of living ministry will enforce Section 5 of the Trade Descriptions Act 2011 to ...