India's estimated a production volume of rice was over 135 million metric tons in financial year 2023. This marked a steady growth in rice production since 2017. As a staple crop, rice is widely consumed across India.
Rice exports from India
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As the leading exporter of rice on the global market, significantly contributing its agricultural trade. The country’s export portfolio includes both Basmati and non-Basmati rice varieties. In 2022, the export value of Basmati rice alone exceeded three billion rupees, with Iran and Saudi Arabia being the primary destinations. Interestingly, since 2020, the exports of non-Basmati rice has surpassed that of Basmati, indicating a shift in global preference.
Rice consumption in India
In the global ranking of rice consumption, India holds a prominent position, second only to China. The per capita availability of rice in India is estimated at 190 grams per day, signifying its extensive consumption across the nation.
Over the years, there has been a consistent rise in the net availability of rice in India, a testament to the growth in production and efficient supply chain mechanisms. As a staple food to most Indians, rice constitutes a significant portion of the overall food grain availability in the country.
Production volume of rice in India from financial year 2010 to 2023
(in million metric tons)
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DES (India), & PIB. (October 18, 2023). Production volume of rice in India from financial year 2010 to 2023 (in million metric tons) [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved November 07, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1140236/india-production-volume-of-rice/
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