World crop trade eyes India as new government may relax curbs
The fifth-biggest economy has kept key crops like sugar and some major rice varieties off the global markets for more than a year.
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The fifth-biggest economy has kept key crops like sugar and some major rice varieties off the global markets for more than a year.
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India's agricultural markets are under scrutiny as a new government prepares to take office, potentially impacting global food prices. Prime Minister Modi's policies aimed at ensuring domestic supplies have influenced key crop exports. Changes post-election could affect rice, wheat, and sugar markets, with industry leaders seeking policy shifts to address supply and demand challenges.
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