Back
47· Steady
Markets4h 3m ago
India's rice stocks in government warehouses rose 15 percent year-on-year to a record high at the start of June, while wheat inventories climbed to their highest level in five years.
Archive Window: 7 Days Left
India
Who
India, Reuters, FAO, New Delhi-based dealer, Mumbai-based dealer
What
India's rice stocks in government warehouses rose 15 percent year-on-year to a record high at the start of June, while wheat inventories climbed to their highest level in five years.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:11:00 GMT · 4h 3m ago
Where
India ·
Why
Strong procurement from farmers and favorable monsoon conditions contributed to record rice and wheat production and consequently, high stock levels.
The Frontline Impact
How this affects you
The record grain reserves are expected to strengthen India's food security and provide flexibility in managing domestic supplies and exports, even amidst concerns that the El Nino weather pattern may affect rainfall and crop production.
Story chain
2 events in this thread- Currently Reading4h 3m agoIndia's rice stocks in government warehouses rose 15 percent year-on-year to a record high at the start of June, while wheat inventories climbed to their highest level in five years.
- Markets4h 3m agoIndia's rice stocks in government warehouses rose 15 per cent year-on-year to a record high at the start of June, while wheat inventories climbed to their highest level in five years.Open article