USA Rice Daily

Aug 10, 2022

Anthony Claude “Buddy” Leach Jr., former Louisiana congressman, longtime state lawmaker, and champion of Louisiana agriculture and conservation, passed away on Saturday in Baton Rouge at the age of 88. Full story

The Secret Life of Groceries on The Rice Stuff Podcast

Aug 09, 2022

Author Benjamin Lorr joins the podcast to discuss his book, "The Secret Life of Groceries: The Dark Miracle of the American Supermarket," that explores the elaborate journey food must take to arrive, packaged and branded, on store shelves. Full story

USA Rice Staff in the Natural State

Aug 08, 2022

With harvest still a few weeks off here, USA Rice staff was in Arkansas this week to participate in industry events and meet with members in the region. Full story

New Industry Report Profiles Plant-Based Category

Aug 05, 2022

A new report from The Food Industry Association (FMI) explores consumer perspectives on plant-based foods and highlights growth opportunities for naturally plant-based foods like U.S.-grown rice. Full story

Boiling Rice Method Inspires Unique Menu Items in Japan

Aug 04, 2022

A Japanese manufacturer of deli products is using U.S. medium grain at a retail store they operate at Tokyo Station, boiling the rice to make salad-style rice bowls. Full story

August Recess: Time to Speak Up

Aug 03, 2022

It’s August, which means members of Congress are heading back to their home states and districts for the August Recess. This presents a great opportunity for USA Rice members to meet with their representatives and discuss the issues that our industry is facing. Full story

Breedlove Foods Joins USA Rice

Aug 02, 2022

The Breedlove Foods mission is to sustain life and restore health around the globe, and they've joined USA Rice. Full story

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Rice Harvest Begins But Rain Tosses in a Wrench

Aug 01, 2022

Harvest is underway and while yields look promising, uncooperative weather is causing a few hiccoughs. Full story

August Rice Field Day Schedule

Aug 01, 2022

As harvest gets underway in parts of the south, it's time for annual Field Days. Full story

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Riceland Foods Leadership Class Travels to Washington DC

Jul 29, 2022

Riceland Foods is a farmer-led cooperative and the world's largest miller and marketer of rice. Their leadership program gives farmer members a deeper understanding of the work the cooperative does. Full story

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Senate Holds Confirmation Hearing for USTR Chief Ag Negotiator Nominee, Many Question Ambition of Biden Trade Agenda

Jul 28, 2022

Nominee Doug McKalip emphasized trade challenges around the globe and remarked on the direct link between a country's food security and national security. Full story

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Hong Kong Culinary Students Get a Lesson on U.S. Rice

Jul 27, 2022

More than 50 students and teachers attended the "DelicioUS!" workshop in-person and 20 additional students were registered online. Full story

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Boots on the Ground with The Rice Stuff

Jul 26, 2022

Just in time for the 50th episode, The Rice Stuff has been recognized with a 2022 Apex Award of Excellence for Electronic Media (Apps & Podcasts) in the 34th annual Awards for Publication Excellence. Full story

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Putting U.S. Rice to Work for Foodservice in Canada

Jul 25, 2022

USA Rice is working with foodservice contactors across Canada to identify the role U.S. rice can play in restaurant kitchens to increase profits, reduce food waste, and still deliver optimal dining experiences. Full story

USA Rice Advocates for Legislative Progress with Cuba on Capitol Hill

Jul 22, 2022

Prior to the trade embargo, Cuba was a top market for U.S. rice exports and continues to be a significant rice importer from origins in Asia and South America. Full story

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Ag Engineers Tour Texas Rice Operation

Jul 21, 2022

The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers toured G5 Farms on July 19, getting an education on rice production from Texas rice farmer Timothy Gertson. Full story

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USA Rice Debuts at Expo Gastronómica 2022

Jul 20, 2022

Expo Gastronómica is the largest trade show in Mexico for foodservice and retail professionals, and USA Rice was all-in during the three-day event. Full story

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U.S. ITC Rejects Duties on UAN Fertilizer from Russia, Trinidad and Tobago

Jul 19, 2022

This additional set of tariffs would have further exacerbated the situation, so this ruling is seen as positive for the U.S. rice industry. Full story

Iraq Makes MOU Purchase: 40,000 Tons of U.S. Rice

Jul 19, 2022

The MOU attempts to bring stability and predictability in the market, for both the U.S. rice industry and the Iraqi government that uses rice to provide rations to its citizens. Full story

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Leadership Program Session II: How The U.S. Industry’s Differences Make a Difference

Jul 18, 2022

The Leadership Program Session II had a full schedule, visiting three very different states in four days followed by a full day of touring at program sponsor John Deere's headquarters. Full story

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