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Types of Rice Farming

Rice farming is one of the most important agricultural practices in the world. It is a staple food for more than half of the global population and is cultivated in a wide range of climates and environments. There are several types of rice farming methods used around the world, each with its own unique characteristics and benefits.

1. Upland Rice Farming:

This type of rice farming is practiced in areas with no or limited water resources for irrigation. Upland rice is cultivated in rainfed fields without the need for standing water. The fields are prepared by plowing and leveling the land, and then seeds are sown directly. Upland rice farming requires less labor and capital investment compared to other methods, but the yield is relatively lower.

2. Irrigated Rice Farming:

Irrigated rice farming is the most common and widely practiced method. It involves the use of standing water for growing rice crops. Fields are flooded with water either from rainfall or through irrigation systems. The water helps control weeds, regulate temperature, and provide nutrients to the plants. This method requires careful water management and leveling of fields to ensure proper water distribution. It allows for higher yields and multiple harvests in a year.

3. Flooded Rice Farming:

Flooded rice farming, also known as paddy rice farming, is a traditional method widely practiced in many Asian countries. In this method, fields are intentionally flooded with water to create a shallow, standing water layer. The flooded fields help control weeds and pests while providing a suitable environment for rice growth. Transplanted seedlings or direct-seeded rice is usually used in flooded rice farming. It requires more labor and water management but can result in higher yields compared to upland farming.

4. System of Rice Intensification (SRI):

SRI is an innovative rice farming method that aims to maximize yields with minimal inputs. It involves transplanting young seedlings at specific spacing to allow for better root development and nutrient uptake. The fields are not flooded continuously, and water is applied intermittently. SRI focuses on organic practices, soil improvement, and efficient water management. It has gained popularity for its potential to increase yields and reduce water and chemical inputs.

5. Terrace Rice Farming:

Terrace rice farming is common in hilly or mountainous regions where flat land is limited. It involves terracing slopes into flat platforms or steps to create suitable areas for rice cultivation. The terraces help prevent soil erosion, retain water, and reduce runoff. Terrace rice farming requires extensive manual labor for land preparation and maintenance of terraces. However, it allows for rice cultivation in challenging landscapes and helps maximize land use efficiency.

6. Organic Rice Farming:

Organic rice farming is gaining popularity worldwide due to increasing consumer demand for chemical-free and environmentally friendly products. It involves the use of organic fertilizers, natural pest control methods, and sustainable farming practices. Organic rice farmers focus on soil health, biodiversity, and crop rotation to maintain the fertility of the land. This method ensures the production of rice free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and genetically modified organisms (GMOs).

These are just a few examples of the different types of rice farming methods practiced globally. Each method has its own advantages and challenges, and farmers choose the method that is most suitable for their specific climate, resources, and production goals.

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:

+ 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:

Viterra, Cargill, Bunge, Dreyfus, Archer Daniels Midland Company, TPK Varna, Kirorimal Kashiram Marketing and Agencies Pvt. Ltd., UV Exports Pvt. Ltd., Visnukumar Traders Pvt. Ltd., PMI Exports 0wide DMCC, Viet Delta Industrial Co., Ltd., Andruiz Sarl., GSO Ware House (ORG), Remy Outsource Services, Telematic Solutions, AHD Equity LLC, American Commodity Company, Anheuser-Busch, Associated Rice Marketing Cooperative, Beaumont Rice Mills, California Family Foods, Caribbean Grain Company, Cormier Rice Milling Co., Crop Marketing Services, Farmers' Rice Cooperative, Farmers Storage Inc., KBX, Kennedy Rice Mill, Riviana Foods Inc., Tamaki Rice Corporation

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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.

1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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
1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
3. HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2023
7. Yield, By Country, 2012-2023
8. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
11. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
12. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
13. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Yield And Growth
12. Exports And Growth
13. Export Prices And Growth
14. Market Size And Growth
15. Per Capita Consumption
16. Imports And Growth
17. Import Prices
18. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
20. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
21. Yield, 2012–2023
22. Production, By Country, 2023
23. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
24. Harvested Area, By Country, 2023
25. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2023
26. Yield, By Country, 2012-2023
27. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
34. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
36. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
37. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
38. Export Prices, 2012–2023