USDA forecasts lower production in 2018-19 due to less planted area.

Rice accounts for 40% of the country’s gross ag output.

Thirty-five participants were trained on best practices for rice farming.

Output forecast higher, consumption lower in latest report.

The country’s rice exports have grown tenfold since 2010, due to raised industry standards.

Officials say several U.K. mills could close once the country officially leaves the European Union.

U.S. wheat groups welcome “the proactive use of WTO tools.”

Normal monsoon expected to boost yields for wheat, rice and pulses in 2018-19.

Stacking the rice traits opens new avenue in rice food security.