Rice shortage increasing

http://rpc.technorati.com/rpc/pingAn ingredient that normally doesn't get alot of attention but rice is making the news everyday...

"Vietnam has become the latest rice-producing nation to limit exports of the grain against a backdrop of soaring global prices and demand.

Vietnam, the world's second-biggest rice exporter, said it would cut exports by 22% this year, following similar moves by India and Egypt.

Analysts said the Vietnam government wanted to stabilise domestic prices.

Global rice prices have soared by 50% in the past two months raising supply concerns across Asia. "

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