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Rice Leadership Development Program Now Accepting Applications

Jul 10, 2023

To be eligible for the Rice Leadership Development Program applicants must be between the ages of 25 to 45 and derive their primary livelihood as rice producers or from a rice industry-related profession or firm. Full story

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Brand Partners Join USA Rice at Hospitality Expo in Mexico

Jul 07, 2023

Expo Gastronómica 2023 was an ideal venue to promote USA Rice and give the more than 10,000 attendees a deeper understanding of the intricate dynamics of the Mexican rice market. Full story

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Cooperators Conference Promotes U.S. Products in Central America

Jul 06, 2023

The Americas Agricultural Cooperators Conference is widely recognized as a premier event to learn about emerging markets, production, and sustainability perspectives, as well as an excellent platform to develop business opportunities. Full story

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Ready, Set, Harvest … in the South

Jul 05, 2023

Rice harvest is under way in the Everglades Agricultural Area of southern Florida and will soon begin in southwest Louisiana and in Texas, west of Houston. Full story

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A “Taste of America” in Jordan Features U.S. Rice

Jul 03, 2023

USA Rice conducted promotional activities in conjunction with Eid al-Adha, an important Islamic holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide from June 28 to July 2. Full story

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Putting Research and Innovation in the Hands of Farmers

Jun 30, 2023

The U.S. Sustainability Alliance, a voice for U.S. sustainable food and agricultural production overseas, has a new podcast episode highlighting the vital relationship between academia and agriculture in the U.S. with a focus on Louisiana. Full story

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Louisiana Industry Gathers for Field Days and Board Meetings

Jun 30, 2023

Despite triple digit temperatures at points, well-hydrated rice farmers, researchers, wildlife specialists, and USA Rice staff gathered to hear about the important work being done in Louisiana rice. Full story

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Commercial Rice Sale to Cuba Following April Business Conference

Jun 29, 2023

Current U.S. laws and regulations require payment of cash up-front which limit Cuban buyers’ ability to source from the United States. Full story

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New Anheuser-Busch Campaign Showcases U.S. Rice

Jun 28, 2023

Anheuser-Busch is the largest end user of rice in the U.S. so a healthy Anheuser-Busch benefits all American rice farmers. Full story

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The Rice Stuff Covers the Ins and Outs of Organic Rice Production

Jun 27, 2023

Podcast hosts interview rice researchers who examine organic rice using a “systems approach” that includes every aspect of production including the agronomics and economics of organic rice farming. Full story

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Storage Training Ensures Quality Control for U.S. Rice Shipments to Iraq

Jun 26, 2023

The training will help improve storage practices so that U.S. rice shipped to Iraq will retain its high quality until reaching consumers. Full story

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Louisiana Rice Advisory Committee Report from Recent State Farm Bureau Meeting

Jun 26, 2023

Rice Advisory Chair Allen McLain opened the meeting with an update from USA Rice reminding everyone of approaching deadlines and events. Full story

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July Field Days – Mark Your Calendar

Jun 23, 2023

Plan to attend the event in your area! Full story

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Bipartisan Members, including Crawford (R-AR) and Garamendi (D-CA), Introduce Food Aid Reform Legislation

Jun 22, 2023

The American Farmers Feed The World Act of 2023 would reform the way U.S. foreign assistance programs provide international food aid, increasing purchases of American grown commodities for targeted food insecure countries. Full story

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Rice Production Program Application Deadline Approaching

Jun 21, 2023

The Rice Production Program application deadline is Monday, July 10, 2023. Full story

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Govt Affairs Ramps Up Staffing This Summer

Jun 21, 2023

Philip Haynie IV joined the Government Affairs team this week. His education in political science brings unique strengths to advocacy efforts this summer. Full story

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New Staff Joins USA Rice Government Affairs Team

Jun 20, 2023

Shelby Young is the new Manager of Government Affairs who also is responsible for the USA Rice Political Action Committee (PAC). Full story

USA Rice Millers’ Association Looks Ahead at 123rd Convention

Jun 16, 2023

RMA's 123rd convention included a strategic planning session, a Board of Directors meeting, several networking events, and thought-provoking, forward-looking presentations on important topics. Full story

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International Grain Council Grapples with Volatile World Markets

Jun 15, 2023

The IGC is an intergovernmental organization with the goal of furthering international cooperation in trade by promoting expansion, openness, and fairness to encourage market stability and enhance world food security. Full story

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USDA Hosts Commodity Groups in Western Hemisphere

Jun 14, 2023

USA Rice and representatives from thirteen other commodity groups met to discuss resources and programs with FAS staff from the Western Hemisphere. Full story

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