Rice

Osiriz highlights that import demand in Sub-Saharan Africa could grow by another 15% in 2025.

In his directive, Marcos said the move was necessary to allow the domestic market to absorb local production.

The initiative allows WFP to procure fortified rice directly from India to meet the nutritional needs of populations facing severe food insecurity.

With the scheme supplying more than 60 per cent of the country’s rice, farmers argued that the government should prioritise local rice.

The three-year project seeks to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, particularly methane, from rice cultivation.