1. Gold investors sold their holdings in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) during May, ending the inflows witnessed since December 2024, mainly on outflows witnessed in North America and Asia, data from the World Gold Council (WGC) showed on Friday.
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2. There is a fear that the oilseeds acreage may fall during the current kharif season, potentially reducing the output after the government reduced the import duty on crude edible oils last week.
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3. In a new initiative aimed at streamlining agricultural trade and increasing farmer incomes, corporates have begun directly procuring agricultural produce from farmer producer organisations (FPOs).
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4. Global sugar prices will likely be under pressure in the 2025-26 season beginning in October as production in India and Thailand is expected to increase, while in Brazil, it is projected to be robust.
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5. Here’s a breakthrough that rice lovers would want to hear. Scientists at the Philippines-based International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) have identified a few rice varieties with anti-oxidant and anti-cancer properties.
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Published on June 8, 2025
Anurag Dhole is a seasoned journalist and content writer with a passion for delivering timely, accurate, and engaging stories. With over 8 years of experience in digital media, she covers a wide range of topics—from breaking news and politics to business insights and cultural trends. Jane's writing style blends clarity with depth, aiming to inform and inspire readers in a fast-paced media landscape. When she’s not chasing stories, she’s likely reading investigative features or exploring local cafés for her next writing spot.