In 2004, the state-controlled prices and the compulsory sale of sugar, rubber and cotton to SEEs was lifted, but jute procurement and export still remained in the hand of SEEs to provide export earnings and supply state-owned factories. The production, trade and export of all crops have now been liberalised, except for rice which is still subject to some controls (ARDC, 2011). Its graduates represent a significant proportion of MOAI’s staff.