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World - Rice - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Rice agriculture is the cultivation of rice, one of the most important staple crops, around the world. Rice is a cereal grain and is the primary food source for more than half of the world's population, particularly in Asia. Rice cultivation involves various practices and techniques, and it plays a significant role in the economy and culture of many countries.
The process of rice agriculture begins with preparing the land for cultivation. Rice is typically grown in flooded paddies or fields with a constant water supply. The fields are leveled and plowed to ensure proper water distribution and nutrient availability. In some regions, farmers also practice the cultivation of rice on terraced fields on hillsides.
Once the land is prepared, the next step is to sow the rice seeds. There are two main methods of sowing rice, namely direct seeding and transplanting. Direct seeding involves broadcasting the seeds directly onto the field, while transplanting involves growing rice seedlings in a nursery and then transplanting them to the main field. Transplanting allows for better control over weed growth and helps ensure uniform plant spacing.
After sowing, rice plants require proper water management. In flooded paddies, farmers control the water levels to maintain a desired depth. Rice plants need standing water during the early stages to facilitate nutrient uptake and suppress weed growth. However, during the later stages, the water level is reduced to promote root growth and prevent lodging.
Fertilization is another crucial aspect of rice agriculture. Rice requires a sufficient supply of nutrients, including nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Farmers apply organic or inorganic fertilizers to enrich the soil and promote healthy plant growth. Additionally, soil pH and fertility are regularly monitored and adjusted to ensure optimal growing conditions.
Pest and disease management is also essential in rice agriculture. Common pests that affect rice crops include insects, rats, and birds. Farmers use various methods such as pesticides, biological control agents, and physical barriers to protect the crops from pests. Diseases like blast, bacterial blight, and sheath blight can also cause significant yield losses, so farmers employ preventive measures and use disease-resistant rice varieties.
As the rice plants mature, the grains start to develop. Harvesting is done when the grains are fully matured and turn golden in color. Several methods can be used for harvesting, including hand harvesting, using a mechanical reaper, or even using combine harvesters in large-scale operations.
Once harvested, the next step is threshing, where the grains are separated from the straw. This can be done manually or using threshing machines. The grains are then dried to reduce moisture content and prevent spoilage. This is typically done by spreading the grains in the sun or using mechanical dryers.
After drying, the rice grains are ready for processing. This involves removing the husk, bran, and germ layers to obtain edible white rice. The rice grains may also undergo polishing to improve appearance and grain quality. The processed rice is then packaged and stored for distribution and consumption.
Rice agriculture plays a vital role in food security and livelihoods of millions of people worldwide. It requires careful management of resources, knowledge of local conditions, and constant adaptation to challenges such as climate change and pests. Sustainable rice cultivation practices are crucial to ensure the long-term productivity and environmental sustainability of rice farming.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global rice market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
Product coverage:
- FCL 27 - Rice, paddy
Country coverage:
Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
+ the largest producing countries
Data coverage:
- Global market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Global production, split by region and country
- Global trade (exports and imports)
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
Company coverage:
Reasons to buy this report:
- Take advantage of the latest data
- Find deeper insights into current market developments
- Discover vital success factors affecting the market
This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.
In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:
- How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
- How to load your idle production capacity
- How to boost your sales on overseas markets
- How to increase your profit margins
- How to make your supply chain more sustainable
- How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
- How to outsource production to other countries
- How to prepare your business for global expansion
While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
- HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- United States
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2023
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Yield And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Area Harvested, 2012–2023
- Yield, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2023
- Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2023
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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The global rice market is expected to see continued growth in both consumption and value over the next seven years, driven by increasing worldwide demand. Market performance is projected to expand with a CAGR of +1.2% in volume and +3.5% in value from 2023 to 2030, reaching 851M tons and $467.1B, respectively.
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Global rice consumption amounted to X tons in 2016 (in terms of milled rice weight), posting modest but robust gains from 2007-2016. The total consumption volume increased at an average annual rate of +X%. Over the period under review, the globa
Global rice consumption amounted to X thousand tons in 2015, increasing by +X% against the previous year level.
Global rice exports amounted to X thousand tons in 2015, descending by -X% against the previous year level.
Global rice imports amounted to X thousand tons in 2015, declining by -X% against the previous year level.
In 2015, the countries with the highest levels of rice production were China (X thousand tons), India (X thousand tons), Indonesia (X thousand tons), together accounting for X% of total output.