News Capsule: Food Corporation of India signs 5-year pact with United Nations World Food Programme
19-Feb-2026 10:52 AM
News Capsule: Food Corporation of India signs 5-year pact with United Nations World Food Programme
★ The Food Corporation of India (FCI) has signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP). Under the agreement, FCI will supply 200,000 tonnes of rice annually to support global humanitarian operations.
★ As per the pact, FCI will provide rice containing up to 25% broken grains to the WFP.
★ The agreement will remain valid for five years from the date of signing and may be extended by mutual consent.
★ Rice prices will be fixed annually. At present, the rate has been set at ₹2,800 per 100 kg until March 31, 2026.