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Export prices were virtually unchanged from the previous week. The Government will issue a new public tender for non-food grade rice for industrial use by the end of November.

Indonesia is experiencing a strong El-Nino phenomenon. Despite dry weather, total production increased by approximately 20 percent (10.605 bag GBE) over 2014/15.

Despite the weakening Thai baht, export prices increased 1 percent as G-to-G agreement with Indonesia has been signed and shipments are beginning immediately.

Continued growth in Thailand livestock and poultry sectors is fueling larger-than-expected growth in soy protein demand.

Weak economic performance has depressed consumer purchasing power and created business uncertainty.

Indonesian Ministry of Trade (MOT) Regulation 78/2014 establishes provisions for the import of wood and wood products to Indonesia.

Export prices declined around 1 percent due to quiet trading activities. Thai and Chinese Governments have finalized the delivery details of the 8th shipment under the 2014 G-to-G agreement.

Water restrictions for MY2015/16 off-season rice remain in place as current water supplies available for all uses are far below 2014.