New Delhi, Oct. 24 -- India can increase farmers' incomes and tap new domestic and export markets by focusing on value-added rice products, including premium and healthier varieties, ready-to-eat foods and commercial use of agricultural waste, industry experts said at the Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC) 2026 in New Delhi.

Speaking during a panel discussion on "Value-Added Rice Products", experts highlighted that India needs to move beyond exporting rice in bulk and focus on products that command higher prices, improve nutrition and generate additional revenue across the agricultural value chain.

Ajit Pai, Lead Strategy Partner at EY, who moderated the session, said value addition is among the biggest growth opportunities for...