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USA Rice Holds Consultations with USDA Foreign Posts

Jul 15, 2022

This week at the annual U.S. Agricultural Export Development Council conference USA Rice met with hundreds of USDA FAS program cooperators and FAS staff. Full story

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Interest Runs High for U.S. Rice in Guangdong Province in China

Jul 14, 2022

USA Rice hosted a seminar last month in Guangdong to build awareness of the high quality, safety, and reliable supply of U.S. rice, and to gauge interest on the prospect of U.S. rice trade in China. Full story

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No Pomp But Lots of Circumstance for Graduating Leadership Class

Jul 13, 2022

This Leadership Class had an especially unique journey to get to their graduation last Thursday during the USA Rice July Business meetings in Texas. Full story

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New Podcast Episode Breaks the Mold

Jul 12, 2022

Tune into the new podcast episode for a spirited discussion of koji, the ancient mold grown on rice that's used in many culinary endeavors including the brewing of sake. Full story

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USA Rice Summer Meetings and Leadership Changes

Jul 11, 2022

USA Rice volunteer leaders gathered for their annual membership meetings, budget and policy discussions, and program reviews. Full story

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Rice Leadership Development Program Now Accepting Applications

Jul 08, 2022

The program has been in existence for more than 30 years and most of the current leaders of the U.S. rice industry are alumni. Full story

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New Domestic Usage Report Reflects Continued Market Impact of COVID-19

Jul 07, 2022

The publication of this report provides an accurate picture of the trends of the prior market year, and gives producers, millers, and retailers the opportunity to adjust to these trends. Full story

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USA Rice Joins Louisiana Farm Bureau Centennial Celebration

Jul 06, 2022

Last week, the Louisiana Farm Bureau gathered for their annual convention in New Orleans, celebrating the organization’s 100th anniversary, a milestone as notable as the program itself. Full story

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113th Annual LSU Field Day & Research and Promotion Boards Meetings

Jul 06, 2022

Rice farmers, researchers, wildlife specialists, and others gathered at the oldest and largest rice research station in the country to learn about the important research being undertaken in all aspects of rice farming. Full story

U.S. and Others Initiate Consultations Over India’s Rice Subsidies and Stockholding Under WTO Bali Decision

Jul 05, 2022

The U.S. joined the governments of Australia, Canada, Japan, Paraguay, Thailand, and Uruguay expressing concerns over the impacts of the Indian government’s public stockholding programs on global agricultural markets. Full story

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Education and Outreach at Eagle Lake Field Day

Jul 01, 2022

On Tuesday, members of the rice community from across the state gathered at the 48th Annual Rice Field Day in Eagle Lake, Texas to meet, greet, and catch up over barbecue. Full story

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Buy Me Some Peanuts and U.S.-Grown Rice at the Old Ball Game!

Jun 30, 2022

New food and drink lineups at stadiums throughout the major leagues give everyone at the games a unique “fan experience." Full story

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USA Rice Joins USDA Trade Mission to UK

Jun 29, 2022

The UK is the largest market for U.S. rice in Europe, and U.S. rice sales show a positive trend there so far this year. Full story

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The Rice Stuff Takes a 90-Mile Trip

Jun 28, 2022

The Rice Stuff podcast takes an in-depth look at trade between the U.S. and Cuba, once the largest export market for U.S.-grown rice. Full story

National Black Growers Council Holds First 2022 Field Day in Arkansas

Jun 27, 2022

The National Black Growers Council is an organization dedicated to advocating for and improving the efficiency, productivity, and sustainability of black row crop farmers in the U.S. Full story

122nd USA Rice Millers’ Convention Meets in California

Jun 24, 2022

The historic convention included strategic planning, networking, association business, and presentations from a diverse group of speakers on several important topics. Full story

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USA Rice Finds Balance at the 2022 World Gourmet Summit

Jun 23, 2022

The theme of the World Gourmet Summit this year was equilibrium, discovering an ideal balance between food and soul. Full story

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Haiti Promotions Persist Despite Logistical Challenges

Jun 23, 2022

USA Rice is open to working with all U.S.-origin rice importers to create and enhance marketing activities that promote sales in Haiti. Full story

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Delta Council’s 87th Annual Meeting Brings the Heat

Jun 22, 2022

Mississippi’s rice industry has been well ingrained in the history of the Delta Council and many rice farmers have served in various leadership roles for the Council over the years. Full story

USA Rice Honors FAS Alum Sunchul Choi with 2021 Rice Industry Award

Jun 22, 2022

This visit to see important trading partners in Seoul and Naju was long overdue. In the challenging circumstances facing the world in logistics, it is even more important to sit down together to have two-way discussions. Full story

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