LIVE UPDATE 15 | Dr Prem Garg Highlights Rice’s Significance and IREF’s Mission

Dr Prem Garg thanks all delegates and participants for joining BIRC 2026, emphasising the vital role of rice in food security, agriculture and the global economy. He highlights the mission of the Indian Rice Exporters Federation (IREF) to bring exporters, shippers and other industry stakeholders together to strengthen the rice sector. Addressing the challenges posed by ongoing wars and geopolitical tensions, he points to rising freight costs and trade-related difficulties, while highlighting India’s resilience and the importance of collective efforts to sustain rice exports and overcome global disruptions.