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New How-To Foodservice Guide Spells Out Benefits of U.S. Rice

Dec 02, 2021

The online resource, Ready, Set, Rice! A Rice Cooking Playbook, offers savvy foodservice operations ten pages of information, facts, and recipes covering all things rice in an easy to understand and easy to access format. Full story

In Memory: John Russell Denison, Sr.

Dec 02, 2021

Known as a selfless leader, John was dedicated to serving others especially in the areas of education and agriculture. Full story

‘Rice to the Rescue’ for School Nutrition Programs

Dec 01, 2021

USA Rice developed a new program to provide support and resources to school foodservice that elevates the role of U.S. rice in their operations. Full story

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India Narrowly Dodges Retaliatory Duties on Brown Basmati Rice

Nov 30, 2021

U.S. retaliation for India's digital service taxes was to include an additional 25 percent duty on brown basmati imports tacked onto existing import tariffs. Full story

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U.S. Rice Shaping The Future of Food for the Hospitality Sector in China

Nov 30, 2021

USA Rice exhibited at the 2021 Global Food Trade Show in Shanghai with both an in-person booth and an online showroom featuring U.S. rice exporters. Full story

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Rice Industry Trip to WTO Ministerial a Casualty of New COVID Variant

Nov 29, 2021

Postponement of the WTO's MC12 was disappointing as much work had been done by the U.S. and like-minded countries to lay the groundwork for the body’s Committee on Agriculture meetings. Full story

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Getting Saudi Vision Trained on U.S. Rice

Nov 29, 2021

USA Rice recently launched a major four-week promotional campaign that combines point of sale materials and digital screens in Jeddah as well as major cities in the southern province like Abha, Khamis Moshait, Makkah, and Jizan. Full story

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USA Rice Meets with China’s Largest Food Company

Nov 24, 2021

The two organizations shared updates on their respective country’s rice crops and discussed the global rice trade. Full story

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The Rice Stuff Goes to School…Lunch

Nov 23, 2021

There are two kinds of people in the world, those whose favorite subject in school was lunch, and liars. We’ve come a long way from soggy green beans, mystery meat, and sloppy joes. School meals are sophisticated and nutritional considerations are the name of the game. Full story

In Memory: Linda Zaunbrecher

Nov 23, 2021

If you were lucky enough to cross paths with Linda Zaunbrecher, you understood in an instant the devotion she had for agriculture and the rice industry. Her passion, loyalty, and grace opened many doors for women in agriculture. Full story

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2022 International Promotion Funding Increases for the U.S. Rice Industry

Nov 22, 2021

These USDA/FAS funds have been vital in opening up new market segments and increasing sales for U.S. rice. The overall increase in funding is a testament to the great work USA Rice does promoting U.S. rice in markets around the world. Full story

U.S. Rice Touts ‘Closer To Zero’ Record for Food Safety

Nov 19, 2021

Rice is the only ingredient in baby food that already has an FDA action level on contaminants despite rice being just one of many foods we feed our nation’s children. Full story

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Home for the Holidays with U.S.-Grown Rice

Nov 19, 2021

While supply chain issues may be impacting some staple grocery items, rest assured domestic rice is stocked on shelves across the country and ready to be enjoyed. Full story

U.S. and Korea Rice Technical Meetings Maintain Momentum

Nov 18, 2021

Korea remains a strong market for U.S.-grown rice. Between 2016 and 2020, U.S. rice exports to Korea averaged $110 million in annual value. Full story

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U.S. Rice Featured at Retail Food Festival in Hong Kong

Nov 17, 2021

Sales of U.S. rice during this year’s food festival were nearly 32 percent greater than 2020, and feedback from consumers indicated they like the taste and texture of U.S. medium grain rice. Full story

Bonnie Confirmed as USDA FPAC Undersecretary

Nov 17, 2021

Bonnie will oversee the Farm Service Agency, Natural Resources Conservation Service, and the Risk Management Agency in his new role, and also be responsible for carrying out some of USDA’s climate work, including the Climate-Smart Agriculture and Forestry Partnership Initiative. Full story

Strong Center Store Sales Continue in 2021

Nov 16, 2021

When it comes to shelf-stable grocery items, like U.S.-grown rice, purchasing behaviors still reflect the increase of at-home cooking that continues to fuel center stores sales. Full story

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Fall-ing for Rice

Nov 15, 2021

USA Rice is inspiring Canadians to spice up their rice recipe options this fall with classic blends of autumn spices and seasonings, nostalgic dessert-inspired flavors, and comfort food recipes. Full story

Authentic American Rice Front and Center

Nov 12, 2021

The Authentic American Rice, or Arroz Americano Auténtico in Spanish, campaign is gaining momentum among importers as they see the upside of partnering with USA Rice on these promotions. Full story

Final WHIP+ Payments On The Way

Nov 10, 2021

Those who are eligible should expect to receive the remaining assistance this month. Full story

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