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Retailer Promotes U.S.-Grown Rice with Holiday Broadcast and NRM Campaign

Jan 06, 2025

This multi-faceted promotion hit every touchpoint possible with Weis Market shoppers to encourage them to buy domestic rice. Full story

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Only The Best Is Good Enough for NRM Video Contest Winner

Jan 03, 2025

Meet the grand prize winner of the 2024 NRM Video Contest on Episode 104 of The Rice Stuff podcast and learn how she built her winning video one Lego brick at a time. Full story

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USA Rice Scores Wins for Industry in End-of-Year Federal Package

Jan 02, 2025

This economic loss assistance will ensure many rice farmers will be able to continue farming in the new year. Full story

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Scientific Report Bodes Well for Rice in 2025 Dietary Guidelines

Dec 20, 2024

The independent report is an outline of how Americans can improve their overall eating patterns for a healthier lifestyle following more than two years of examining evidence. Full story

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2024 USA Rice Outlook Photo Gallery

Dec 20, 2024

See who showed up at the #1 rice-centric conference in the #1 rice producing state! Full story

USA Rice Receives Nearly $7M in Additional Funding to Promote U.S. Rice Exports

Dec 19, 2024

The Regional Agricultural Promotion Program is designed to build demand for American food and farm exports in high-potential markets around the globe. Full story

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House Ag Chairman Visits Arkansas Rice Country

Dec 18, 2024

Congressman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, chair of the House Agriculture Committee, was recently in Arkansas visiting with USA Rice members. Full story

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USA Rice Thankful for Farmer Economic Assistance in CR

Dec 18, 2024

Congress included much-needed economic assistance for rice farmers in the end-of-year continuing resolution released today. Full story

In Memory: Luke Soileau

Dec 18, 2024

Luke always had a smile on his face and a contagious laugh, and enjoyed every opportunity he had to engage with people. Full story

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Consistency is the Goal at Annual Rice Quality Symposium

Dec 17, 2024

This year, fact sheets were distributed with length, chalk, milling yield, and amylose data all evaluated by one mill to ensure consistency. Full story

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Annual Award Recipients Contribute to U.S. Rice Industry Successes

Dec 17, 2024

The 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

Iraq Sales Keeps Pace With Memorandum Of Understanding

Dec 16, 2024

Another sale of 44,000 MT of U.S. long grain milled rice to Iraq brings the tonnage to 132,000 MT in the first five months of the 2024-2025 MOU year. Full story

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USA Rice Blasts as “Irresponsible” a Continuing Resolution Without Emergency Farmer Assistance

Dec 16, 2024

Congress must play a role in minimizing the damage and loss of farmers to secure the U.S. food supply that will serve as a bridge until a new Farm Bill is enacted. Full story

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USA Rice Recognizes Leaders in Conservation and Sustainability

Dec 13, 2024

USA Rice recognizes industry leaders for their stewardship efforts in conserving and efficiently using natural resources while bolstering wildlife habitat and biodiversity. Full story

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New Rice Leadership Development Class Announced

Dec 12, 2024

The class is comprised of seven rice industry professionals selected by a committee of agribusiness leaders. Full story

USA Rice Explores Potential Market Growth in West Africa

Dec 11, 2024

Last week, USA Rice participated in the largest USDA trade mission ever to take place in Africa. Full story

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Ambitious Programming and Inspiring Speakers Highlight USA Rice Outlook Conference

Dec 10, 2024

North America's premier rice event has begun, featuring all the latest products, services, and innovations the industry has to offer. Full story

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2024 USA Rice Outlook Conference Goes Big in Little Rock

Dec 09, 2024

The annual conference is jam-packed with presentations, break-out sessions, state reports, the Annual Awards Luncheon, and lots of meeting and greeting in between. Full story

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New and Improved USA Rice Outlook Meeting App Goes Live, Onsite Registration Open

Dec 06, 2024

Attendees can download the new app and set up their account using the same email address used to register for the USA Rice Outlook Conference. Full story

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U.S. Easy Cook Rice Takes the Bus in Three Major UK Cities

Dec 05, 2024

The UK is the single largest market for U.S. rice on the European continent, importing a variety of U.S. rice types. Full story

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