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Promising Midyear Results from Influencer Program

Jan 09, 2023

An important takeaway from this year’s program is that consumers were most engaged with rice content that featured unique dishes and global flavors. Full story

118th Congress Off to Historic Start

Jan 06, 2023

Bipartisanship will be required to move must-pass legislation, such as annual Federal appropriations, and other bills through both chambers and on to the President’s desk in order to become law. Full story

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Reports Forecast Big Opportunities for Rice in 2023

Jan 05, 2023

Continuing to position rice as a key and versatile component in satisfying new consumer and foodservice demands will be a priority in 2023. Full story

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New WOTUS Rule Complicates Water Regulations for Farmers

Jan 04, 2023

The new WOTUS final rule repeals the Navigable Waters Protection Rule (NWPR) and codifies a definition that is “generally consistent with the pre-2015 regulatory regime.” Full story

Second Sale Made to Iraq in 2022-2023 MOU

Jan 03, 2023

Iraq’s rice imports averaged 1.1 – 1.2 million tons a few years ago but have now surged to nearly 2 million tons. Full story

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Diverse, Innovative, and Forward-Thinking Ideas at National Black Growers Council Annual Meeting

Dec 23, 2022

USA Rice staff joined farmers and ag professionals at the meeting to discuss policy and build camaraderie in the Black farming community. Full story

USDA’s Alexis Taylor & USTR’s Doug McKalip Confirmed by Senate to Key Ag Trade Roles

Dec 23, 2022

Both nominees had been entangled in political holds since this summer for issues with their respective agencies, unrelated to their qualifications or their specific roles. Full story

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Senator Boozman (R-AR) Champions $250 Million USA Rice Request for Farmer Assistance Funds in Omnibus Package

Dec 22, 2022

Soaring input costs this year hurt producers of every commodity, but—as documented by two separate studies out of Texas A&M University—had a disproportionate impact on rice producers. Full story

USA Rice Leads End-of-Year Cuba Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill

Dec 21, 2022

It’s our job to educate new members in the next Congress on how a more open relationship with Cuba far outweighs continuing the more than 60-year-old embargo. Full story

2022 Outlook Conference Gave The Rice Stuff Something To Talk About

Dec 20, 2022

This year’s conference was a resounding success, and while it’s impossible to include everything, this episode gives a taste of all the great things Outlook has to offer. Full story

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Starting 2023 Out Right: First Sale of the 2022-2023 MOU to Iraq

Dec 19, 2022

This sale strengthens our mutually beneficial relationship with Al Awees in Iraq. Full story

2022 USA Rice Outlook Conference Photo Gallery

Dec 16, 2022

Just a few highlights from 2022 Outlook! Full story

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U.S. Rice Breeders Showcase New Varieties Aimed at Central American Markets

Dec 16, 2022

Rice industry professionals hailing from Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Caribbean saw firsthand that the U.S. industry is acting to provide products that suit their needs. Full story

Organic Rice Production From the Growers’ Perspective

Dec 15, 2022

Organic rice accounts for a small percentage of the rice produced in the U.S. but total acreage is on the upswing as more and more consumers prefer organically-produced foodstuffs. Full story

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2023/25 Leadership Development Program Class Announced

Dec 14, 2022

Members of the 2023/25 Rice Leadership Development Program class are seven rice industry professionals selected by a committee of agribusiness leaders. Full story

Rice Industry Awards Recognize Superlative Stewardship Practices

Dec 14, 2022

Conservation and sustainability have subtle differences, but for USA Rice members, they share a common goal – to preserve productive ricelands for future generations. Full story

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Rice Recognizes Industry Leaders

Dec 13, 2022

These annual recognitions, co-sponsored by Horizon Ag and USA Rice, highlight some of the most positive achievements associated with the U.S. rice industry. Full story

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NRM Scholarship Grand Prize Winner ♥ Rice

Dec 12, 2022

At the 2022 USA Rice Outlook Conference annual Awards Luncheon last week, Cole presented scholarship sponsor Chris Crutchfield, CEO of American Commodity Company, with his own “I ♥ Rice” t-shirt. Full story

2022 USA Rice Outlook Conference: Tried + True = New

Dec 09, 2022

Standing in the middle of the Exhibit Hall, you could hear the buzz of our members exchanging information and ideas they’ll use to prepare for what’s new in 2023. Full story

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USA Rice Meets the Press in Southwest Louisiana

Dec 08, 2022

Six journalists from the UK and the EU spent last week touring southwest Louisiana rice country for an in-depth look at U.S. rice production with a special emphasis on sustainable production practices. Full story

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