The Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC) 2026 is a three-day global rice trade event taking place from 23 to 25 October 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, built for rice exporters, millers, importers, traders and food-sector buyers.
BIRC 2026 is organised by the Indian Rice Exporters’ Federation (IREF) and brings international buyers and Indian suppliers together under one roof. As of 30 August 2026, IREF reported registrations from 3,317 buyers across 138 countries, with Bangladesh, Benin, Nigeria, the UAE, Nepal and the Philippines among the leading source markets. Africa, the Gulf and Southeast Asia stand out as the regions drawing the most interest in Indian rice.
What to Expect at Bharat International Rice Conference 2026
The programme combines a conference, a matchmaking platform and a consumer-facing festival. Organisers have announced nine knowledge sessions covering crop surveys and price forecasting, new markets, quality and certification, shipping, milling, value-added products and sustainability. A headline session will examine the global rice outlook for 2027 under the title “Global Demand and Supply Outlook 2027: Price Crash or New Bull Run?”
The event will also see the launch of Rice Sector Vision 2047, a reveal of the Top Five Innovations, an Innovation Showcase and an Ambassadors’ Meet. Nine Experience Zones are planned on themes such as rice origins, biodiversity, cuisines, trade routes and seed innovation. An app-enabled B2B matchmaking system will let buyers and sellers schedule meetings by variety, volume and specification. The public-facing Rice Festival opens on 25 October.
Who Should Attend Bharat International Rice Conference 2026?
Exporters and millers looking for new destination markets will find the buyer pool the main draw. Importers and distributors from Africa, the Gulf and Southeast Asia can meet Indian suppliers directly, while packaging, logistics, shipping and food-processing companies can connect with the trade flows behind rice shipments. Agri-technology firms, seed companies and sustainability and certification bodies will also find relevant sessions. Typical outcomes include supplier shortlists, volume commitments, quality and certification contacts, and market intelligence ahead of the 2027 season.
Dates, Venue and How to Register
BIRC 2026 runs from 23 to 25 October 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Buyer registrations were already open at the time of writing; for registration routes, schedule updates and exhibitor information, see the Bharat International Rice Conference 2026 page on MeetGrow.
Why Food and Agri-Trade Professionals Shouldn’t Miss This Expo
Rice is one of India’s most important agricultural exports, and trade conditions shift with prices, freight costs and buyer-country policies. Shipping economics matter as much as crop size, as we reported in our coverage of basmati bulk shipping cutting Iraq freight costs by 74%. A single venue where pricing outlooks, certification norms and buyer demand are discussed together gives exporters a rare chance to plan the next season with current information. For a wider view of this month’s trade fairs, see our roundup of top India industry expos in October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Bharat International Rice Conference 2026?
BIRC 2026 takes place from 23 to 25 October 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The Rice Festival for the public opens on 25 October.
Who organises Bharat International Rice Conference 2026?
The conference is organised by the Indian Rice Exporters’ Federation (IREF), the industry body representing Indian rice exporters.
How can I register for Bharat International Rice Conference 2026?
Buyers and visitors can find registration information on the MeetGrow event page for BIRC 2026.
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