23 June 2026The Ultimate Guide to Indian Rice Export (2026)
Rice Export from India: Complete Buyer’s Guide to Prices, Varieties & Sourcing (2025)
India supplies nearly 40% of globally traded rice — and AgriGenius Exports, headquartered in Nagpur, Maharashtra, is a premier merchant exporter connecting Indian rice mills directly with bulk buyers in West Africa, the UAE, Russia, and Canada. This guide covers current export prices, IR64 parboiled rice specifications, documentation requirements, and exactly what to expect when you source from a certified Indian exporter.
- Rice varieties AgriGenius Exports supplies
- Current FOB prices (Q2 2025)
- Markets served — West Africa, UAE, Russia & Canada
- Quality certifications and standards
- Export documentation checklist
- Packaging options and private labeling
- Shipping timelines and Incoterms
- How to place an order with AgriGenius
- FAQs
1. Rice varieties AgriGenius Exports supplies
AgriGenius Exports sources directly from mills across Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Punjab to supply a full range of rice varieties to bulk buyers worldwide.
Primary market: West Africa
Moisture: ≤13%
Markets: West Africa, feed industry
Custom moisture specs
Markets: UAE, GCC, Canada
GI-tagged origin
Markets: UAE, Malaysia
Well-milled grade
Multi-commodity advantage: AgriGenius also supplies yellow corn, pulses, oilseeds (flaxseed, sesame, sunflower seeds), and millets — making it possible to consolidate multiple agricultural commodities in a single shipment and reduce per-unit logistics cost for buyers.
2. Current FOB prices (Q2 2025)
Prices below are indicative FOB Kakinada/Mundra/Nhava Sheva. Final contract prices depend on grade, moisture, broken percentage, order volume, and payment terms. Contact AgriGenius for a live quote.
| Variety | Grade | FOB price (USD/MT) | Key markets | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1121 Basmati (Raw) | Premium | $1,180–$1,320 | UAE, GCC | Stable |
| Pusa 1509 Basmati | Medium | $880–$960 | Canada, UK | Stable |
| IR64 Parboiled (5% broken) | Standard | $420–$480 | Nigeria, Ghana | Watch |
| IR64 Parboiled (25% broken) | Economy | $370–$420 | Senegal, Benin | Rising |
| 100% Broken Rice | Economy | $280–$340 | West Africa | Rising |
| Sona Masuri (Raw) | Medium | $510–$570 | UAE, Malaysia | Stable |
Policy note: India’s 20% export duty on non-basmati white rice and MEP (Minimum Export Price) restrictions may apply depending on variety and destination. AgriGenius monitors DGFT notifications in real time — contact us before finalising contracts to confirm current duty status.
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3. Markets served — West Africa, UAE, Russia & Canada
IR64 parboiled (5% & 25%) and 100% broken rice. Entry via Apapa (Lagos) and Cotonou ports.
Premium basmati (1121, 1509) and Sona Masuri. Jebel Ali port. ESMA food safety compliance.
Medium-grain and basmati varieties. GOST standards compliance. Rail and sea routing available.
Premium basmati for diaspora retail. CFIA approval (Canada). Entry via Halifax/Vancouver.
4. Quality certifications and standards
AgriGenius Exports ships only certified, inspected consignments. Every shipment is subject to pre-shipment inspection and comes with a full documentation package.
5. Export documentation checklist
Every AgriGenius shipment includes a complete documentation package. Here is what is provided as standard:
| Document | Issued by | Markets |
|---|---|---|
| SGS / Intertek pre-shipment inspection report | SGS or Intertek | All markets |
| Phytosanitary certificate | Plant Quarantine Dept. | All markets |
| Certificate of origin | FIEO / Chamber of Commerce | All markets |
| Fumigation certificate | Licensed fumigator | All markets |
| APEDA registration (exporter) | APEDA, India | All markets |
| GOST compliance certificate | Accredited lab | Russia, Kazakhstan |
| CFIA acceptance documents | CFIA (buyer-side) | Canada |
| Commercial invoice + packing list | AgriGenius Exports | All markets |
| Bill of lading | Shipping line | All markets |
6. Packaging options and private labeling
AgriGenius offers flexible packaging to suit both retail and bulk wholesale buyers. All packaging uses food-grade PP woven or HDPE bags with moisture barrier lining.
| Pack size | Typical buyer | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 kg, 2 kg, 5 kg | Retail / supermarkets | Private label available — buyer’s brand printed on bag |
| 10 kg, 20 kg | Restaurants / HoReCa | Standard or private label |
| 25 kg, 50 kg | Wholesalers / mills | Standard PP woven, fumigated |
| Bulk (container load) | Industrial / re-packers | FCL 20ft (~22–24 MT) or 40ft (~26–28 MT) |
7. Shipping timelines and Incoterms
AgriGenius exports through Kakinada, Mundra, and Nhava Sheva (JNPT) ports. Typical transit times from India:
| Destination | Transit time | Common Incoterm |
|---|---|---|
| UAE (Jebel Ali) | 6–8 days | FOB / CIF |
| Nigeria (Apapa, Lagos) | 18–22 days | CIF / CFR |
| Ghana (Tema) | 20–24 days | CIF / CFR |
| Senegal / Benin | 22–26 days | CFR |
| Russia (Novorossiysk) | 18–25 days | FOB / CIF |
| Kazakhstan (via Bandar Abbas) | 20–30 days | FOB / DAP |
| Canada (Halifax / Vancouver) | 22–28 days | FOB / CIF |
8. How to place an order with AgriGenius Exports
AgriGenius operates as a merchant exporter — sourcing from verified Indian mills and managing the full export process on your behalf. Here is how the process works:
- Share your product requirement (variety, grade, quantity, destination port)
- Receive a proforma invoice with FOB/CIF price within 24 hours
- Agree on Incoterms, payment terms (LC or TT), and packaging
- AgriGenius arranges mill sourcing and pre-shipment SGS/Intertek inspection
- Full documentation package provided before vessel departure
- BL, phytosanitary, fumigation, and COO couriered or sent digitally
FAQs
Ready to source rice from India?
Tell us your destination port, volume, and preferred variety — AgriGenius will respond within 24 hours with a competitive FOB price and full documentation checklist.
Email us a quote request Call +91 7888 154 771
