A quota for paddy rice export will be in force from January 1 till December 31, 2026 in the Russian Federation according to the governmental decree signed on December 19, 2025.
The quota amounts to 200 thousand tons a year. Exports within the quota limits will be subject to a zero tax, while those exceeding it will be subject to the tax equivalent to 50% of the customs value.
The decision is expected to stimulate rice growing in Russia and exports to new markets.
At present, a temporary ban on paddy rice export is in force in Russia. The ban was introduced since July 2022 and will be in force till December 31, 2025.
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