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Updated WOTUS Rule Falls Short of Stakeholder Expectations

Aug 30, 2023

The EPA and Army Corps of Engineers continue on their quest of vague and complicated regulations rather than a workable and clearly defined approach. Full story

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2023 USA Rice Outlook Conference Registration Now Open

Aug 29, 2023

Visit the conference website to register, book your room, or learn about becoming a sponsor or exhibitor. Early Bird Registration ends October 13. Full story

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Rice Leadership Development Program Application Deadline Approaches

Aug 28, 2023

Applications for the Rice Leadership Development Program are due by COB on September 8, 2023. Full story

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USA Rice Welcomes “New” Accounting Coordinator

Aug 25, 2023

Welcome to Emiley Alston, the new USA Rice accounts payable and administrative coordinator, who practices the power of ambience. Full story

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USA Rice Members Appointed to Trade Advisory Committee

Aug 24, 2023

Agricultural Technical Advisory Committees provide advice and information to the government on the administration of trade policy, including enforcement of existing trade agreements and negotiating objectives for new trade agreements. Full story

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A Taste of Mexico in Canada Features U.S. Rice

Aug 23, 2023

Restaurant partnerships in Canada amplify the presence and appeal of U.S. rice within the foodservice sector, elevating the USA Rice brand. Full story

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The Rice Stuff Takes a Walk on the Wild Side

Aug 22, 2023

Are you aware of where and how wild rice is grown? Processed? Do you know how much we grow or what the top market is for wild rice? Listen up as wild rice topics are tackled in the newest episode of The Rice Stuff. Full story

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Cooking Competition Promotes Induction Technology and U.S. Rice

Aug 21, 2023

USA Rice recently co-sponsored a culinary competition in Korea designed to promote energy efficient induction cooking equipment and U.S. medium grain. Full story

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Report on Rice Field Days in Missouri and Arkansas

Aug 18, 2023

Farmers across the region are optimistic about both the size of the 2023 crop in both acres and yields, and expect to begin harvesting in the coming weeks. Full story

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New Domestic Usage Report Includes Consumer Research Data

Aug 17, 2023

The addition of new consumer research data to this year's DUR gives a clearer picture of who is eating rice, where they are consuming it, and where they are buying it. Full story

Blockbuster Movie Directors Get Your Start Here: National Rice Month Video Contest

Aug 16, 2023

Calling all the budding Greta Gerwigs in rice states to educate themselves, entertain us, and help spread the word about U.S.-grown rice. Full story

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Rice Harvest Report: How It’s Going

Aug 15, 2023

Checking in with rice growing areas across the country knowing "the secret of life is to let every segment of it produce its own yield at its own pace." Full story

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Mississippi Rice Farmer Hosts National Black Growers Council Model Farm Day

Aug 14, 2023

Rice farmer Christi Bland-Miller served as host, emcee, and tour guide to the more than 200 growers and industry representatives who braved humidity, rain, and resulting mud to participate in the fifth stop of the 2023 NBGC Model Farm Field Days. Full story

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Leadership Class Takes a Road Trip Through Mid-South Rice Country

Aug 11, 2023

Christi Bland-Miller, a fourth-generation rice farmer from Sledge, Mississippi, shares her travel journal from the recent 2022-24 Rice Leadership Development Class trip through the mid-south. Full story

USA Rice Attends Legislative Conference Hosted by Louisiana Farm Bureau

Aug 10, 2023

While each state is different, the issues we face are similar. Getting together to discuss the various options we're working on helps strengthen producers' ability to remain successful, and prepare for obstacles looming on the horizon. Full story

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Rice Influencers Program Exceeds Industry Expectations

Aug 09, 2023

By utilizing social media influencers, USA Rice is able to educate consumers in the domestic market and connect with new and key audiences every year. Full story

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All Aboard The Rice Stuff Podcast to Look at Rail Trouble

Aug 08, 2023

With what may be a record crop about to come out of the fields that will need to start moving around the country, The Rice Stuff takes a timely look at railroad transportation woes. Full story

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USA Rice Participates in USDA Rice Research Celebration

Aug 07, 2023

Last week, luminaries from the worlds of agriculture, science, and politics gathered to celebrate 25 years of leading rice research at the Dale Bumpers National Rice Research Center. Full story

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Summer Intern Measures Washington, DC, Through a Texas Lens

Aug 04, 2023

Alex is from Canadian, Texas, and so is Aud, the Dinosaur! Full story

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USA Rice Reports to Arkansas Research & Promotion Board

Aug 03, 2023

The Arkansas Board is the largest single contributor to the USA Rice Council outside of the USDA Foreign Agriculture Service, so we regularly update them on the hundreds of activities undertaken on their behalf. Full story

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