Japan's Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries released news on October 13 that as of September 25 2026, the harvest of staple edible rice is expected to be 7.105 million tons. Compared with the previous year, it decreased by 76,000 tons, and is expected to maintain a generally flat high level. Japan's Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries said “it is unlikely that there will be a shortage of supply” based on current inventory conditions. The downward trend in rice prices in Japan is likely to continue.

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