General · 19 June 2026
Record food stocks could blunt El Niño's impact
Food buyers could face less disruption from expected weather damage because grain and rice reserves are close to historic highs and some growing areas may avoid the worst conditions. Reuters reported on 19 June that forecasts point to a stronger El Nino, while producers and importers are taking steps to reduce risks. World rice reserves stood at 196.16 million tons at the start of 2026.
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