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India's rice stocks reached a record 68.43 million tonnes, and wheat reserves hit a five-year high of 53.41 million tonnes at the start of June.
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India's rice stocks reached a record 68.43 million tonnes, and wheat reserves hit a five-year high of 53.41 million tonnes at the start of June.
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Wed, 17 Jun 2026 03:11:24 GMT · 3h 14m ago
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The increase in grain inventories strengthens India's food security and provides policymakers with more flexibility to manage exports and contain inflation.
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This significant increase in staple grain reserves allows India greater flexibility in managing food inflation, maintaining welfare programs, and responding to potential supply disruptions. As India accounts for roughly 40% of global rice exports, these record stocks could also support continued exports despite potential El Nino weather concerns.
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- Markets3h 14m agoIndia's rice stocks reached a record 68.43 million tonnes in June, and wheat reserves hit a five-year high, enhancing the nation's food security.Open article