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PHNOM PENH — Cambodia’s agricultural export sector has reached a major milestone with the official launch of direct sea shipments of rice to the Philippines. The new maritime trade route drastically reduces transit times from approximately 21 days down to just five to seven days, enhancing the competitive edge of Cambodian rice in the region.…
WWF-Cambodia convenes over 80 public and private stakeholders to explore landscape finance models and scale nature-positive agriculture across Cambodia.
Amru Rice Cambodia signs a contract farming deal to purchase 40,000 tonnes of organic paddy valued at $12 million from agricultural communities in Preah Vihear.
Primalis Corporation and Khmer Foods Group secure international recognition at the UK Great Taste Awards 2026 for Cambodian Jasmine Rice under the UKTP program.
SEOUL — South Korean green-tech firm BG Environment Co Ltd is eyeing trade and investment opportunities in Cambodia’s cashew industry, focusing on cashew nut shell liquid (CNSL) imports and value-added bio-oil processing. The announcement follows a meeting at the Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Seoul between Noun Phanit, Commercial Attaché to South Korea, and Kim…
Signature Rice achieves a landmark victory for sustainable agriculture in Cambodia by earning the country’s first IFC EDGE Preliminary Certificate for a green rice mill.
PHNOM PENH — A major logistical milestone has transformed Southeast Asian trade. Officially, a new Cambodia-Laos overland transshipment route bound for China has opened. This newly established transit corridor will significantly fast-track Cambodian agricultural exports to the Chinese market. Consequently, the route reinforces regional economic integration and supply chain connectivity. Chinese Ambassador to Cambodia, Wang…
Wing Bank introduces collateral-free loans of up to $200,000 to support climate-resilient agriculture in Cambodia, helping farmers adopt modern technologies and improve sustainability.
Cambodia’s agriculture sector contributes around 16 percent to the country’s GDP, highlighting its continued role in supporting rural livelihoods, food security, and export growth as the national economy continues to diversify.
Cambodia’s Ministry of Commerce and Kampot Pepper Promotion Association outline a strategic plan to strengthen GI-certified pepper in global markets by enhancing quality standards, export access, and international recognition in 2026.
A national farming initiative in Cambodia is supporting displaced families by teaching agricultural cultivation and providing seeds, tools and training, promoting food self-sufficiency and strengthening community cooperation at displacement camps.
Cambodia has expanded internationally accredited food safety testing at the Institut Pasteur du Cambodge, enabling in-country ISO/IEC 17025:2017 tests for heavy metals and pesticide residues in rice and pepper. This development lowers export costs and expedites compliance with global standards.
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – February 4, 2026 – The Government of Japan has announced a significant grant of USD 301,904 to support two vital grassroots human security projects in Cambodia, focusing on agricultural infrastructure and youth empowerment. These initiatives, implemented under Japan’s “KUSANONE” framework, aim to bolster rural development and improve living standards in key…
