World - Rice - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Thai Rice Production

Rice production is an important agricultural activity in Thailand, with the country being one of the largest exporters of rice in the world. It plays a significant role in the economy as well as in the daily lives of the Thai people.

Thailand's tropical climate, fertile soil, and abundant water resources provide favorable conditions for rice cultivation. There are three main rice-growing regions in the country, namely the Central Plains, the Northeastern Region, and the Northern Region.

The Central Plains, located around the Chao Phraya River basin, is the most important rice-growing region. It has a long history of rice cultivation and is known for producing high-quality rice varieties such as Jasmine rice, which is famous for its aroma and taste. The Northeastern Region, also known as Isan, is the largest rice-growing region in Thailand. It is characterized by its dry and arid conditions, which require irrigation systems for rice cultivation. The Northern Region, on the other hand, has cooler temperatures and mountainous terrain suitable for upland rice cultivation.

Rice is typically grown in two main seasons in Thailand: the wet season (May to November) and the dry season (November to April). The wet season rice, also known as main season rice, is cultivated using flood irrigation. Farmers prepare their fields by plowing and flooding them with water before planting the rice seedlings. The rice is then harvested around 3 to 4 months later. The dry season rice, also known as off-season rice, is typically grown in areas with irrigation systems or access to water sources. This season allows for shorter cultivation periods and higher yields.

Thailand produces various types of rice, including Jasmine rice, Hom Mali rice, glutinous rice, and aromatic rice. Jasmine rice is the most famous and widely consumed type of Thai rice, known for its long-grain structure and fragrant aroma. It is primarily grown in the Central Plains. Hom Mali rice, also known as fragrant rice, is a high-quality type of rice with a distinct fragrance and taste. Glutinous rice, as the name suggests, is sticky and commonly used in desserts and traditional Thai dishes. Aromatic rice, such as black rice or red rice, has a nutty flavor and is gaining popularity for its health benefits.

Rice production in Thailand involves various stages, including land preparation, seeding, transplanting, maintenance, harvesting, and post-harvest processes. Small-scale farmers make up a significant portion of rice production in the country. However, large-scale commercial farming is also prevalent, especially in the Central Plains. The use of modern agricultural machinery, such as tractors and combine harvesters, has increased efficiency and productivity in rice production.

Once harvested, the rice undergoes post-harvest processes such as threshing, milling, and polishing to remove the outer husk and bran layers, leaving the edible rice grain. Thailand has modern rice mills equipped with advanced machinery to ensure high-quality processing and packaging of rice.

In conclusion, Thai rice production is a vital sector in the country's agriculture and economy. With favorable climatic conditions, well-established farming practices, and a range of rice varieties, Thailand continues to be a leading producer and exporter of rice in the world.

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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  • 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:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
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