Farmers struggle with falling rice prices and rising costs, exacerbated by global tensions

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Rice prices are falling while production costs are rising, causing hardship for farmers. Farmers are facing increased fuel and fertilizer costs due to geopolitical tensions, while rice prices have dropped for seven consecutive weeks. This situation threatens the sustainability of rice farming and could lead to future price hikes for consumers.


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