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2024 – The Year of the Election: Potential Rice Policy Impacts

Jun 27, 2024

In 2024, voters representing half the world's population will vote in major elections. Full story

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Eagle Lake Field Day Unbowed by Storm Alberto

Jun 26, 2024

Flooding conditions due to Tropical Storm Alberto did not dampen spirits at the 50th annual Eagle Lake Field Day. Full story

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U.S. Rice is Front and Center on TV News Programs in Japan

Jun 25, 2024

It's exciting to see U.S. rice on mainstream TV in Japan, highlighting its positive attributes. Full story

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The Farm Bill, Rice Research, and USA Rice Interns on The Rice Stuff

Jun 25, 2024

Listen up for a medley of information on the newest episode of The Rice Stuff podcast. Full story

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USA Rice Millers’ Association 124th Convention Identifies Challenges and Looks to the Future

Jun 24, 2024

The 124th RMA convention was teeming with strategic planning, networking events, and enlightening and provocative presentations on important topics. Full story

Rice Wins at Congressional Baseball Game, Thanks to Anheuser-Busch

Jun 21, 2024

The Republican team defeated the Democrats by 20 runs in a 31-11 blowout but the real winner of the night was U.S. agriculture thanks to longtime USA Rice partner and member Anheuser-Busch. Full story

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Savory Meals of Rice and Meat Headline Eid al-Adha Celebrations

Jun 20, 2024

During the Eid al-Adha holidays, families and friends gather and share meals, many of which include rice. Full story

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Conservation Tour Connects, Informs, and Champions Arkansas Rice

Jun 18, 2024

This was the first time the Conservation In Action tour had been to Arkansas to foster a deep, comprehensive understanding of U.S. rice production. Full story

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USA Rice in Colombia to Foster Ag Cooperation

Jun 17, 2024

As the U.S. rice industry looks forward to the 2024-25 crop year, in-person engagements are crucial in navigating the complexities of international trade and ensuring a prosperous future for all stakeholders. Full story

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USA Rice Unveils New Grown in the USA Mark

Jun 14, 2024

After more than nine months of design and evaluation, USA Rice launches a new Grown in the USA mark to convey climate smart and nutritious rice. Full story

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NBGC Rice Field Day Promotes Ag Careers

Jun 13, 2024

In addition to the typical field day information and remarks, this event was set up to make a pitch to area young people to consider ag careers. Full story

2024 International Temperate Rice Conference: Forum for Information Exchange

Jun 12, 2024

The conference agenda was packed with symposia on weed science, rice breeding and genomics, economics, post-harvest, pathology, entomology, and more. Full story

In Memory: J. Neil Rutger

Jun 12, 2024

Dr. Rutger was a very important and well-respected rice research scientist, and many of his research projects led to significant improvements in U.S. rice production. Full story

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The Rice Stuff Looks Beyond Table Rice

Jun 11, 2024

The podcast explores non-table uses of rice from pet food to panko and from snacks to sake. Full story

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USA Rice Touches Base with Key Markets in the Western Hemisphere

Jun 10, 2024

USA Rice received valuable feedback on critical issues that are paramount for maintaining the high standards and competitiveness of U.S. rice in international markets. Full story

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U.S. Agricultural Stakeholder Engagement in Singapore

Jun 07, 2024

Singapore imposes no barriers on U.S. rice exports, and despite its small size, is a high-value market for U.S. rice. Full story

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Report from 2024 Food Assistance Suppliers and Stakeholders Meeting

Jun 06, 2024

USA Rice provided updates on the sustainability efforts of U.S. farmers and outlined the role of U.S. rice in food assistance programs, noting the increasing use of fortified rice. Full story

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Australian Rice Industry Representatives Tour U.S. Rice Regions

Jun 05, 2024

A group of 19 members of the Australian rice industry, including the Australian Rice Growers Association and university researchers, took a tour to experience the U.S. rice industry firsthand. Full story

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Ducks Unlimited National Convention: Eat More Rice, Feed More Ducks

Jun 04, 2024

USA Rice and the California Rice Commission were sponsors of the four-day event, and the partnership between ducks and rice was on full display in multiple venues throughout the meeting. Full story

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UN-Backed Kenyan Police Force Expected to Soon Begin Stabilizing Mission in Haiti

Jun 03, 2024

One thousand troops is probably not enough to restore complete order to Haiti, but it will help provide enough stability to allow exporters to get rice and other critical food to those in need as soon as possible. Full story

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