This statistic shows rice price indices worldwide from 2016 to 2024. In 2024, rice was indexed at 133.1, up from 108.8 in 2022.

Rice decreased 0.88 USD/CWT or 6.31% since the beginning of 2025, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Rice - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on March of 2025.

This statistic shows the monthly price index of rice (average for all rice varieties) from July 2022 to January 2025. In April 2023, the rice price index amounted to 124.2.

In 2024, the retail price of long-grain, uncooked white rice stood at 1.03 U.S. dollars per pound. In 2008, rice prices rose to record highs, from 55 to 81 U.S. cents, as global trade restrictions were put in place, causing many large importers to panic buy rice. U.S. rice industry In the United States, about 2.5 million acres of rice were planted and harvested in 2021. The top rice-producing states that year were Arkansas, California, Louisiana, among others. Arkansas was the leading state by far, producing over 91 million cwt (centrum weight) of rice in 2021. Leading rice producers worldwide Within the 2019/2020 period, India and China were the top rice-producing countries by far, based on the area harvested. India harvested a milled rice area of approximately 44 and a half million hectares, while China’s area amounted to some 31 million hectares. In terms of production, however, China produced a higher volume of milled rice than India within the same crop year: China produced close to 147 million metric tons of rice, while India’s figures reached an estimated 119 million tons.

The world price of rice refers to the average price at which rice is traded on the international market. This article explores the factors influencing rice prices, such as supply and demand, production levels, government policies, and trade regulations. It also highlights the significance of price indices in tracking price movements and discusses the implications of rice price fluctuations for both producers and consumers. Understanding the world price of rice is crucial for decision-making related to food

Introduction

Rice Statistics - Rice, a staple for over half the world's population, is a versatile cereal grain with thousands of varieties categorized into long-grain, medium-grain, and short-grain types.

From the slender and separate long-grain to the sticky short-grain varieties, rice offers diverse culinary possibilities, including plain steamed rice, sushi, and rice pudding.

While white rice is widely consumed, retaining little of its bran layer, brown rice preserves more nutrients and fiber.

Beyond its nutritional value, rice holds cultural significance, symbolizing fertility and prosperity in many societies. Whether in religious ceremonies or daily meals, rice remains a vital component of global cuisine and heritage.

In July 2022, the rice price per ton stood at $812, growing by 9.8% against the previous month.

Average Wholesale Price: Rice: East Kalimantan data was reported at 15,000.000 IDR/kg in 26 Mar 2025. This stayed constant from the previous number of 15,000.000 IDR/kg for 25 Mar 2025. Average Wholesale Price: Rice: East Kalimantan data is updated daily, averaging 11,000.000 IDR/kg from Jul 2017 (Median) to 26 Mar 2025, with 1949 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 16,000.000 IDR/kg in 22 Nov 2024 and a record low of 10,100.000 IDR/kg in 23 Aug 2017. Average Wholesale Price: Rice: East Kalimantan data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Bank Indonesia. The data is categorized under Indonesia Premium Database’s Prices – Table ID.PC001: Average Wholesale Price: By Regions: Rice.

Indonesia Average Wholesale Price: Rice: DKI Jakarta data was reported at 11,250.000 IDR/kg in 20 Jun 2023. This stayed constant from the previous number of 11,250.000 IDR/kg for 19 Jun 2023. Indonesia Average Wholesale Price: Rice: DKI Jakarta data is updated daily, averaging 10,200.000 IDR/kg from Jul 2017 to 20 Jun 2023, with 1495 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 11,800.000 IDR/kg in 22 Feb 2023 and a record low of 9,350.000 IDR/kg in 19 Oct 2021. Indonesia Average Wholesale Price: Rice: DKI Jakarta data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Center of Strategic Food Price Information. The data is categorized under High Frequency Database’s Prices – Table ID.PC001: Average Wholesale Price: By Regions: Rice.

As of December 2024, the retail price index of rice in India was approximately 147. This was a slight increase as compared to the previous year in December when the retail price index was over 139. Retail prices index is a measure of inflation published monthly by the Office for National Statistics. It measures the change in the cost of a representative sample of retail goods and services.

In November 2022, the price of rice was $476 per ton (FOB India), a 2.1% increase from the previous month.

In February 2023, the paddy rice price totaled $410 per ton (FOB, US), increasing by 3.5% month-on-month.

Japan Consumer Price Index (CPI): Goods: Rice data was reported at 171.300 2020=100 in Jan 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of 165.100 2020=100 for Dec 2024. Japan Consumer Price Index (CPI): Goods: Rice data is updated monthly, averaging 100.300 2020=100 from Jan 1970 (Median) to Jan 2025, with 661 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 171.300 2020=100 in Jan 2025 and a record low of 41.700 2020=100 in Jan 1970. Japan Consumer Price Index (CPI): Goods: Rice data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistical Bureau. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.I002: Consumer Price Index: 2020=100.

Wholesale Price: Average: Rice: All India data was reported at 2,682.680 INR/Quintal in Nov 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 2,679.470 INR/Quintal for Oct 2018. Wholesale Price: Average: Rice: All India data is updated monthly, averaging 2,415.990 INR/Quintal from Jan 2009 (Median) to Nov 2018, with 119 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,713.480 INR/Quintal in Jul 2018 and a record low of 1,439.460 INR/Quintal in Jul 2009. Wholesale Price: Average: Rice: All India data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Department of Consumer Affairs. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Price – Table IN.PC060: Wholesale Price: Department of Consumer Affairs: Agriculture Commodities: Monthly Average: by Cities: Rice.

Thailand Avg Wholesale Price: Rice: White Rice 10 % data was reported at 1,205.000 THB/100 kg in 27 Mar 2025. This stayed constant from the previous number of 1,205.000 THB/100 kg for 26 Mar 2025. Thailand Avg Wholesale Price: Rice: White Rice 10 % data is updated daily, averaging 1,335.000 THB/100 kg from Mar 2006 (Median) to 27 Mar 2025, with 4563 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,145.000 THB/100 kg in 07 Jun 2024 and a record low of 1,125.000 THB/100 kg in 31 Aug 2017. Thailand Avg Wholesale Price: Rice: White Rice 10 % data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Department of Internal Trade. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Thailand – Table TH.P003: Average Wholesale Price.

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