The reference prices of non-glutinous rice group set for export in March fell slightly compared to that of February .
The prices of some of non-glutinous rice group that includes Emata and Ngasein fell by Ks.2,000 per bag of 24 pyis of 108 pound compared to that of February.
The prices of some rice with decent quality for export and domestic consumption fall by Ks.1,000 per bag and that of Pawsan group such as Ayayawaddy Pawsan, Khonni and Paw Kywe were not changed.
The Department of Consumer Affairs under the Ministry of Commerce releases fair and just monthly rice reference rates. It has been notified to sell the rice according to monthly reference rates abiding by rules and regulations and action will be taken under section 5 of the Essential Supplies And Services Law against those selling with high price and poor quality rice.
