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Indian rice industry value-addition and technology shifts

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Indian rice industry value-addition strategies and technology shifts

The Indian Rice Exporters’ Federation (IREF) is focusing on strategies to increase driving a strategic shift in the rice industry, moving from high-volume grain exports toward maximizing economic value of the rice industry through specialized processing and improved milling efficiency. Initial industry Industry assessments identified identify significant growth potential in value-added products—such as rice noodles, rice bran oil, products. Projections suggest the global rice-noodle market could reach $11 billion by 2030, the rice-bran-oil market $6.3 billion, and rice protein—as primary the rice-protein market could see approximately 67 percent growth drivers. The industry aims to move beyond increasing grain export volumes to maximize by the value derived from every tonne of rice. Subsequent discussions have shifted toward improving same year. Other opportunities include convenience foods and husk-derived industrial materials. To improve milling margins. The margins, the IREF highlighted that has emphasized increasing rice recovery rates, specifically by reducing the amount rates. For a mill processing 30,000 tonnes of paddy, shifting just one percentage point from broken grain in favor of to whole grain, grain could significantly boost potentially add Rs 60 lakh in annual sales for millers. These topics, including plant design and infrastructure costs, are set to be addressed at sales. At the Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC) 2026 in New Delhi. Delhi, industry leaders and government officials discussed integrating technology, such as artificial intelligence, to automate operations and improve efficiency. Food Processing Industries Minister Chirag Paswan noted that after achieving production abundance, the priority is strengthening the value chain through traceability, sustainability, and branding. While Basmati rice yields are expected to increase by 5% to 10% due to favorable monsoons, experts also highlighted the need to reduce export rejections by improving pesticide residue management and moisture control to meet international safety regulations. Despite geopolitical tensions in the Red Sea and Middle East, India remains a major player, accounting for approximately 40% of the global rice trade.

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