• 2016-18-Leadership-Class-group shot Rice Leadership Development Class Graduates

    Feb 13, 2018

    The Rice Leadership Development Program’s Class of 2016-18 graduated from the prestigious program during a special ceremony at the USA Rice Federation’s 2018 Government Affairs Conference yesterday. Full story
  • MK in yellow shirt stands at podium holding white piece of paper, NELA meeting 2018 USA Rice Talks Crop Insurance for Organic Rice Farmers, Trade, Conservation, and More at Northeast Louisiana Rice Forum

    Feb 12, 2018

    Rayville rice producer and Vice President of the NELA Rice Growers Association Scott Franklin kicked off the Northeast Louisiana Rice Forum here last week by thanking the crowd for coming out to hear research reports from LSU AgCenter personnel and an industry update from USA Rice’s Michael Klein, vice president of communications and domestic promotion. Full story
  • Marvin Lehrer & USDA Undersecretary McKinney, dressed in suits, stand side-by-side USA Rice and Undersecretary McKinney Discuss Trade in Mexico

    Feb 09, 2018

    As part of a visit to discuss trade with his counterparts in Mexico, U.S. Undersecretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Ted McKinney held a roundtable discussion with several U.S. trade associations based here, including USA Rice. The meeting was sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Office of Agricultural Affairs and the Agricultural Trade Office in Mexico. Full story
  • Ben-Affleck as the-Accountant, writing numbers on a glass window Domestic Usage Report: Specialty Rice Shipments Up 35 Percent

    Feb 09, 2018

    USA Rice released the annual U.S. Rice Domestic Usage Report today, tracking shipments and consumption of U.S. milled rice from August 2015 to July 2016. According to the report, U.S. rice mills shipped 112.1 million cwt of rice to domestic and foreign markets, an increase of 6 percent from one year earlier. Full story
  • Official portrait of Rep John Faso (R-NY) New Bill Focuses Attention on Organic Food

    Feb 08, 2018

    Representative John Faso (R-NY) has introduced a bill that addresses fraudulent organic agricultural imports and proposes to increase funding to the National Organic Program (NOP) for oversight and technology upgrades. USA Rice has continually raised the issue of fraudulent organic rice imports with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) because they are harmful to domestic organic rice producers. Full story
  • USDA Logo WASDE Report Released

    Feb 08, 2018

    The U.S. 2017/18 rice supply and demand estimates are unchanged this month. The projected season-average farm price for all rice is lowered 10 cents at the midpoint of the range. The reduction is primarily attributed to lower-than-expected long-grain prices reported by NASS. Full story
  • Plate full of bite-sized snacks made with cucumber, rice & red pepper cut in shape of Canadian maple leaf Getting Social in Canada

    Feb 07, 2018

    Social Media is an ever-present and emerging force in communication worldwide. The shift from traditional media to consumer-driven social media outlets is changing the landscape of how to effectively engage with target populations. This phenomenon in Canada is a vital element of promoting U.S. rice there. Full story
  • Certified Louisiana Logo Louisiana Making a Mark in the Marketplace

    Feb 06, 2018

    Last week, Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF) Commissioner Mike Strain announced a renewed marketing initiative designed to promote Louisiana agriculture products. The “Certified Louisiana” program features updated logos and product marks for use on products made, grown, manufactured, processed, produced, or substantially transformed in the state. Full story
  • Heart-shaped rice on red background USA Rice Kicks Off Influencer Campaign in Honor of Heart Health Month

    Feb 05, 2018

    February marks the start of heart health month and USA Rice has partnered with 12 social media influencers to promote the heart health benefits of U.S.-grown rice. The variety of influencers range from active lifestyle to healthy living and foodies. Full story
  • NRCS CSP 5 step sign-up directions on top of photo of red barn Conservation Stewardship Program Applications Available in All Six Rice States

    Feb 05, 2018

    Rice producers wanting to enhance current conservation efforts are encouraged to apply for a special Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) led by the USA Rice-Ducks Unlimited Rice Stewardship Partnership, the Sustaining the Future of Rice Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). Full story
  • USTR Ag Nominee Gregory Doud, white male wearing blue suit and purple tie testifying before Congress Holds Cleared for Senate Vote on Chief Agricultural Negotiator at USTR

    Feb 02, 2018

    Senator Jeff Flake (R-AZ) lifted his hold yesterday on the nomination of Gregory Doud, the Trump administration’s pick for chief agricultural negotiator at the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, after receiving assurances that his concerns over a proposal involving U.S. import protections on seasonal produce in the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) would be addressed. Full story
  • Cartoon image of Trump carrying US flag while other hands sign a trade deal TPP Moves On Without the U.S.; Rice Negatively Impacted

    Feb 02, 2018

    Eleven countries will sign a new version of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) in Chile next month, after successful negotiations concluded here last week. The new deal, known as the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CP-TPP or TPP-11), will not include the United States. Full story
  • Twitter-Cancer Prevention Month Logo-180201 USA Rice Participates in Cancer Prevention Month

    Feb 01, 2018

    February 1 marks the start of Cancer Prevention Month and in that spirit USA Rice has partnered with the American Institute of Cancer Research (AICR) to support their month-long awareness campaign and share the message of prevention. Full story
  • USDA & FDA sign agreement to bolster coordination, two men seated at table signing document with others standing behind them Enhanced Coordination Between USDA and FDA Could Improve Food Safety, Efficient Oversight

    Jan 31, 2018

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have entered into a formal agreement to make food oversight more efficient and effective, according to an announcement by the two agencies yesterday. The agreement aims to increase interagency collaboration, streamline inspection responsibilities, eliminate inefficiencies, and improve regulatory clarity and transparency in agriculture and food-processing industries. Full story
  • COMM-USA Rice Wants GM Rice from China to Stay There-180130 USA Rice Wants GM Rice from China to Stay There

    Jan 30, 2018

    Last week, Chinese news agencies excitedly reported on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granting approval to an experimental genetically modified rice strain, Huahui-1. USA Rice does not share their excitement and does not want the GM rice to enter the United States. Full story
  • ITP-NAFTA Negotiators-180129 NAFTA Talks Inch Forward, But More Work Needed

    Jan 29, 2018

    Trade ministers from Canada, Mexico, and the United States have ended the 6th round of negotiations to modernize the North American Free trade Agreement (NAFTA) without issuing a joint statement, and signaling various levels of progress. Full story
  • COMM-USA Rice Welcomes Jesica Kincaid-180129 USA Rice Welcomes Jesica Kincaid

    Jan 29, 2018

    Jesica Kincaid joins the USA Rice trade team. Full story
  • Female chef gives cooking seminar for participants at tables filled with ingredients USA Rice Sees KORUS Modernization Talks as Opportunity

    Jan 26, 2018

    The U.S. and Korean governments have begun discussions to modernize the free trade agreement between the two countries which is commonly known as KORUS. Rice was removed from the original KORUS agreement, which took effect in 2012. Full story
  • Twitter.w-Rice-Dog-180125 Video Highlights New Rice Stewardship Partner: Nestlé Purina

    Jan 25, 2018

    Nestlé Purina recently became a supporter of the USA Rice-Ducks Unlimited Rice Stewardship Partnership, which works to keep working ricelands healthy, preserve wetlands, and create habitat for waterfowl and other wildlife. Full story
  • Todays_Dietitian_Infographic-lists top 10 super foods & diet trends Registered Dietitians Predict Next Nutrition Trends

    Jan 25, 2018

    A recent survey of more than 2,050 registered dietitians (RD) revealed the food trends that will dictate consumer choices in 2018, some of which are good news for rice. The “What’s Trending in Nutrition” survey, conducted by USA Rice consultant Pollock Communications and Today’s Dietitian, shows top trends and superfoods include an increased awareness and commitment to “clean eating” diets and the rise in popularity of ancient grains. Full story

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