
Is Japan’s rice supply crisis an opportunity for US and Thai farmers?
Commodities Focus
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Japan's Rice Import Dynamics
This chapter analyzes Japan's rice import patterns, particularly focusing on the United States' substantial share of food rice imports. It discusses market stability amid ongoing trade talks and consumer shifts towards quicker meal options, while maintaining a steady demand for premium rice varieties. The chapter also explores alternative suppliers and the challenges posed by quality standards in Japan's complex rice import market.
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