The Economy of Myanmar
Rice, Farming and Rural Livelihoods
Most Myanmar people live in rural areas and depend on farming, growing rice, pulses and oilseeds, while conflict disrupts planting and trade.
The countryside bears the brunt.
Rice
Once the world’s largest rice exporter, Myanmar still exports rice, mostly to China and Africa.
Pulses
India is a major buyer of Myanmar’s beans and pulses.
Conflict
Fighting affects farming and food supply in many regions.
Credit
Farmers lack access to affordable loans.
A pulse trade
Indian traders buy large quantities of pigeon peas and black gram from Myanmar.
Overlooking rural hardship
Most people live there.
Key takeaways
- Rice remains a key crop.
- India buys pulses.
- Conflict disrupts farming.
- Credit is scarce.
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