Overall, the report found four toxic metals in these rice products: Arsenic, cadmium, lead and mercury. HBBF reported that these chemicals can lead to cancer, IQ loss and other health effects. The ...

Japan's farm minister said on Tuesday the government stood ready to offer more stockpiled rice as consumers formed long ...

Once your crispy rice is ready, toss it in a bowl with whatever you like; we recommend following Trang's lead with scallions, ...

The Philippines, the world’s top rice importer, plans to look beyond its dominant supplier, Vietnam, to ensure steady ...

TOKYO -- Japan's private sector is expected to import roughly 20 times more rice in fiscal 2025 than the year before, as a historic surge in the price of the staple grain leads restaurants and ...

SINGAPORE – With two weeks to go until the Dragon Boat Festival on May 31, it is time to cast aside the low-carb diet and indulge in the seasonal treat of rice dumplings. In 2025, trending Asian ...

The USA Rice Federation, which represents rice growers, noted that arsenic in food was 'alarming' but argued there was no public safety issue. This is likely because cooking rice in water removes ...

TOKYO -- Japan's rice price has declined for the first time in 18 weeks, but market watchers are uncertain to what degree further releases from reserves and increasing imports will lower prices.

The agriculture ministry has announced a set of measures to help stockpiled rice released by the government reach store shelves more quickly, including the creation of an auction quota for bidders ...

The report indicates that products made from both white rice and brown rice were subject to high levels of arsenic. “Parents shouldn’t have to worry that a common food like rice carries hidden risks,” ...

The Food Standards Agency has provided some clarity on some myths surrounding rice. It explained that rice may be eaten cold if it's cooled down quickly. To make sure the rice is cool enough ...