Thailand’s rice exports fell sharply in January, raising concerns that 2026 shipments could hit a five-year low amid a strong baht and intensifying global competition. Chookiat Ophaswongse, honorary president of the Thai Rice Exporters Association, said exports in January totalled 530,000 tonnes, down 17.5% year-on-year, with export value plunging 30.7% to 9.7 billion baht. Shipments […]