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EU and UK Final Brexit Deal to Provide Trade Stability

Jan 06, 2021

While the treatment of U.S. rice shipped to both the UK and the EU didn’t change much, the long-term certainty and stability that this EU-UK agreement provides will benefit U.S. rice exporters. Full story

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What the New 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines Mean for U.S.-Grown Rice

Jan 05, 2021

The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans advocates for the importance of both enriched and whole grain rice in maintaining healthy dietary patterns at all life stages. Full story

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117th Congress is Sworn In

Jan 04, 2021

The 117th Congress includes 66 new members: 59 new members of the House and seven new members of the Senate. Full story

116th Congress Wraps Up 2020 with Appropriations and Relief Bills

Dec 21, 2020

As the year drew to a close, Congress agreed on a massive appropriations and coronavirus aid package, including supplemental CFAP 2 payments for rice farmers. Full story

International Promotion Looks to Build on Market Success Overseas

Dec 18, 2020

Looking ahead to next year, USA Rice held its annual International Promotion Planning Conference earlier this week to develop a budget proposal for 2021 international marketing programs. Full story

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Winter Whole Grain Delivered Whether You’re Naughty or Nice

Dec 17, 2020

If it hasn’t arrived already, the latest issue of the USA Rice Whole Grain should be in your mailbox soon, amid the many holiday cards and catalogs. Full story

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U.S.-Korea Rice Quota Agreement Fulfilled Overnight

Dec 17, 2020

Last night, the U.S. and Korea finally fulfilled contracting requirements for the U.S. country-specific quota (CSQ) agreement. Full story

Mississippi Conservation Organizations Announce New Leadership

Dec 16, 2020

Two natural resource and conservation stewardship organizations serving the Mississippi Delta have named Tim Huggins as Executive Director. Full story

2020 USA Rice Sustainability Award

Dec 15, 2020

Dr. Michele Reba, a research hydrologist with USDA's Agriculture Research Service, is the 2020 recipient of the USA Rice Sustainability Award. Full story

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Final Sales Results Show Big Benefits for USA Rice Partner in Korea

Dec 14, 2020

A new promotion partnership in Korea with Daesang Corporation, known for its food and distribution capability, boosts sales of U.S. medium grain rice there. Full story

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Food Aid Forges Ahead in Face of Challenges from COVID-19

Dec 11, 2020

The impact of COVID-19 on global hunger and malnutrition was a major topic of discussion at the Food Aid Consultative Group biannual meeting on Wednesday. Full story

2020 NRM Scholarship Contest is One for the Record Books

Dec 10, 2020

2020 shatters another norm, this time for most entries in the National Rice Month Scholarship Video Contest. Full story

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Rice State Research and Outlook Report Webinars Online

Dec 09, 2020

The rice research and outlook reports, now webinars, from the six rice-producing states can be found on the USA Rice website. Full story

2020 Rice Award Winners on The Rice Stuff Podcast

Dec 08, 2020

All three 2020 Rice Award winners talk about their experiences in the U.S. rice industry and share insights into their careers. Full story

USA Rice Millers’ Association Welcomes New Member

Dec 07, 2020

Poinsett Rice and Grain has joined the USA Rice Millers’ Association as a mill member. Full story

USA Rice Meets with Biden USDA Transition Team

Dec 07, 2020

The CEO Ag Council, including USA Rice CEO Betsy Ward, met with leaders from President-Elect Biden’s transition team to discuss the needs of farmers and rural communities. Full story

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U.S. Rice Industry Discusses 2020 International Promotions and Plans for 2021

Dec 04, 2020

USA Rice met with the U.S. Rice Producers Association to discuss 2020 international promotional programs and plans for next year’s marketing activities. Full story

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Rice Industry Launches Consumer Ad Campaign in Seven Non-Traditional Markets

Dec 03, 2020

The ‘Start with Rice’ campaign reassures first-time rice buyers that purchasing rice is the right move – and that they should keep doing it. Full story

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U.S. Rice Industry Calls for Priority Access to COVID-19 Vaccinations for Food and Agriculture Workers

Dec 02, 2020

USA Rice, along with other national ag organizations, sent letters to federal authorities and state governors regarding priority access for food and ag workers to receive COVID-19 vaccinations when they become available. Full story

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USA Rice Goes Wild in the UK

Dec 01, 2020

USA Rice, the California Wild Rice Advisory Board, and the Minnesota Cultivated Wild Rice Council met today to discuss the 2020 wild rice marketing program and plans for 2021. Full story

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