New Delhi, Nov. 7 -- The inaugural edition of the Bharat International Rice Conclave (BIRC) 2025 concluded on a high note, marking a historic moment for India's rice sector.

Over two days, the event brought together more than 10,000 participants, making it the largest-ever platform for the global rice community.

Delivering the valedictory address, Dev Garg, Vice President of the Indian Rice Exporters Federation (IREF), said, "BIRC 2025 has been a resounding success. For the first time, the entire rice ecosystem, farmers, millers, exporters, researchers, chefs, policymakers, financiers, and global buyers, came together under one roof." He added "When an Industry unites under one roof it redefines the future."

Garg lauded the tireless ef...