• GA.w-Sullivans-Pulling-Boards,-Burdette-AR-170324 Arkansas Rice Farmers Manage for Ducks and Rice

    Mar 22, 2017

    Mike Sullivan, who farms with his son, Ryan, in northeast Arkansas, is one of the rice producers working with USA Rice and Ducks Unlimited through the Rice Stewardship Partnership. Full story
  • EPA logo EPA Delays Compliance Date for New Pesticide Applicator Certification Rule

    Mar 22, 2017

    This week, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) delayed the compliance deadline for the updated Certification of Pesticide Applicators rule from March 6 until May 22, 2017. Among other things, the new rule has stricter competency standards for those applying restricted use pesticides and establishes a minimum age for certified applicators. Full story
  • Red combine cutting rice Central Louisiana Rice Growers Association (CenLa) Receives Industry Update

    Mar 21, 2017

    In the midst of rice planting, growers from four parishes in central Louisiana took time to come together Monday night to receive reports on efforts to address issues that impact their industry. Full story
  • National Ag Day 2017 Logo One-Day Summit Brings Farm Bill into Focus

    Mar 21, 2017

    The Farm Bill Summit, hosted by Agri-Pulse, at the National Press Club yesterday provided insight on the conversations developing around the next Farm Bill. The summit consisted of several panel discussions on topics ranging from “Conservation: What Works, What Doesn’t in Farm Policy” to “How The Farm Bill Can Help Bring the Next Generation Back to the Farm Through Investments in Infrastructure, Research, and Rural Development.” Full story
  • Facebook Contest Encourages Shoppers to Share Favorite U.S.-Grown Rice Recipes

    Mar 20, 2017

    This month, as part of USA Rice’s partnership with Redner’s Markets, the company shined a spotlight on U.S.-grown rice by launching a Facebook contest asking shoppers to share their favorite rice recipes for a chance to win. The winner was announced last Saturday, and will receive a rice cooker and Redner’s gift card, courtesy of USA Rice, for her Mexican Rice Bowl recipe submission. Full story
  • USA Rice Engaged in Productive Trade Conversation with Trump Administration

    Mar 17, 2017

    USA Rice and other farm groups met on Wednesday at the White House with Trump Administration officials that make up the National Economic Council to discuss the importance of continued growth of agriculture exports and trade policy concerns. Full story
  • Fortified Rice Study Clears Way for More Rice in Food Aid as Administration Looks to Eliminate Humanitarian Programs

    Mar 17, 2017

    Last week the World Food Programme (WFP) released a much-anticipated study on rice fortification that should pave the way for greater use of fortified rice in U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), and WFP food assistance programs. The study demonstrated that rinse-resistant coated fortified rice and extruded fortified rice perform the same in terms of taste and impact on malnutrition. Full story
  • Blake Gerard and Family standing in field wearing Think Rice shirts Ag Groups Request Additional Resources Ahead of 2018 Farm Bill

    Mar 16, 2017

    USA Rice joined 16 other agriculture groups in a letter to Chairmen and Ranking Members of the Committees on Budget and Appropriations yesterday to express their concerns over budget cuts to the U.S Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the need for more resources to help farmers throughout America. Full story
  • Lighthizer Survives Confirmation Hearing, Reiterates Importance of Agriculture for U.S. Trade

    Mar 15, 2017

    Yesterday, the Senate Committee on Finance held the confirmation hearing for Robert Lighthizer, President Trump’s nominee to the position of U.S. Trade Representative. Full story
  • Josh-Hankins, headshot Regional Conservation Partnership Program: What’s New for Rice

    Mar 14, 2017

    Interview with Josh Hankins, USA Rice Stewardship Partnership Coordinator Full story
  • Betsy Ward stands at podium giving presentation at AR board meeting USA Rice Presents to Arkansas Rice Research and Promotion Board

    Mar 13, 2017

    USA Rice staff Betsy Ward, Michael Klein, and Hugh Maginnis presented the annual USA Rice Council report to the Arkansas Rice Research and Promotion Board (ARRPB) here last week. Full story
  • Greg-Van-Dyke-& Connie-Jerome-in equipment shed California Rice Country: In the Board Room and On the Farm

    Mar 13, 2017

    Last week USA Rice President & CEO Betsy Ward visited California rice country to attend the March Board of Directors meeting of the California Rice Commission (CRC). “The CRC is a key member of USA Rice and supports our programs both financially and with the active members who populate our boards and committees,” said Ward. “It was great to speak to the CRC Board about developments in Washington and to thank them for all their support for USA Rice.” Full story
  • IP.w-Medium-Grain-Featured-at-Foodex-Japan,-Sushi-Salad-170310 U.S. Medium Grain Rice Featured at FOODEX in Japan

    Mar 10, 2017

    USA Rice hit the ground running on Tuesday, the first day of FOODEX 2017, the largest annual food and beverage tradeshow in Asia, with a taste-testing activity featuring U.S. medium grain rice. The cold menu dish, "U.S. Medium Grain Rice Salad Sushi Style," was well received by the more than 500 trade visitors who stopped by the U. S. Embassy Agriculture Trade Office (ATO) booth for a sampling, and will be one of the recipes included in a promotion highlighting new usages of U.S. medium grain rice for this market. Full story
  • IP.w-US-Rice-Headed-to-Africa-170309 U.S. Rice Headed to Africa in Advance of Global Hunger Crisis

    Mar 09, 2017

    Yesterday the U.S. Department of Agriculture authorized the purchase of 28,120 MT of Number 2 or better long grain milled rice headed to Conakry, Guinea, as part of the Food For Progress (FFPr) program. FFPr relies on the monetization or barter of a commodity, to fund local agricultural value chain efforts conducted in country by Private Voluntary Organizations (PVOs) to help develop a profitable ag sector which in turn helps local economic development. Full story
  • USDA Logo WASDE Report Released

    Mar 09, 2017

    The U.S. 2016/17 rice supply and demand estimates are unchanged this month. The all rice marketing year average price is also unchanged with the midpoint of the range at $10.50 per cwt. Medium-and short-grain prices are raised slightly. Full story
  • IP.w-MX-Student-Chef-Competition-170804 USA Rice Foodservice Activities in Mexico Influence Next Generation of Chefs

    Mar 08, 2017

    Puerto Vallarta is a major player on the gastronomic stage, hosting international gourmet festivals attended by award winning chefs from around the world. The vibrant culinary scene is known for its world-class restaurants and the extraordinary cuisine, and earlier this month, USA Rice conducted three foodservice seminars and student chef competitions here. Full story
  • USA Rice Wheel at the Gin-Show-Booth USA Rice Exhibit A Crowd Pleaser at Mid-South Farm & Gin Show

    Mar 07, 2017

    Thousands of attendees to the 65th Annual Mid-south Farm and Gin Show visited the USA Rice booth this past weekend. The annual trade show, known as an American agricultural event, attracts approximately 18,000 visitors over the two-day time frame. Full story
  • Gary-Sebree-holds his Ag-Hall-of-Fame plaque Sebree and Wells Inducted into Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame

    Mar 07, 2017

    Last Friday, at the 29th annual luncheon sponsored by the Arkansas Farm Bureau and the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce, Gary Sebree and the late Dr. Bobby Wells were inducted into the Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame. Full story
  • Photo of new USA Rice Receptionist Lesley-Dixon On the Front Line at USA Rice

    Mar 06, 2017

    As USA Rice’s new Coordinator, Finance and Administration, Lesley Dixon is the first smiling face you see and mellifluous voice you hear when contacting the Arlington office. She joined USA Rice in an “official” capacity after working as a temp here for several months. Full story
  • USA Rice Makes Contact at Gulfood Show

    Mar 06, 2017

    Last week, USA Rice participated at the 22nd annual Gulfood Show, the region’s largest and most important trade event of the year where buyers and sellers meet for one-on-one discussions, and vendors showcase the latest products, trends, and industry innovations from more than 5,000 participating companies. The event’s 1.2 million square feet of exhibition space was sold out across all 22 halls of the Dubai World Trade Centre, and an estimated 95,000 visitors from more than 150 countries attended. Full story

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