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New USA Rice International Marketing Tool Delivers Strong Sustainability Message

Sep 03, 2020

USA Rice has developed a new infographic-based tool to help exporters, overseas importers, and end-users communicate the impressive U.S. rice sustainability story. Full story

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COVID-19 Cancels Outlook 2020

Sep 02, 2020

Yesterday, the USA Rice Board of Directors met, via conference call, and voted to cancel the 2020 Outlook Conference. Full story

Cheers to 30 Years of National Rice Month

Sep 01, 2020

Today marks not only the start of National Rice Month (NRM), but the 30th anniversary of the month-long celebration of the U.S. rice industry! Full story

U.S. Rice is a “Star” in Turkey

Aug 31, 2020

Star, a U.S. rice brand, has been the focus of several USA Rice promotional activities in Turkey this month, letting consumers know where to find U.S.-origin rice on store shelves. Full story

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Hurricane Laura Hits Hard, Damage Reports Vary

Aug 28, 2020

Hurricane Laura left her mark on rice country throughout the mid-South, with some places hit harder than others. Full story

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Brazil Looks to Temporarily Suspend Tariffs on Rice Imports

Aug 27, 2020

Following months of high domestic pricing and growing inflation and economic issues, Brazil is exploring a temporary elimination of import tariffs on rice, corn, and soybeans for domestic consumption. Full story

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5th Annual U.S.-Taiwan Rice Technical Meeting Goes Virtual

Aug 27, 2020

Representatives of the U.S. and Taiwan rice industries plus the Agriculture and Food Agency (AFA) of Taiwan met via video conference yesterday for annual technical talks regarding rice trade between both countries. Full story

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Second Installment in Chef Video Series Taps Plant-Based Trend

Aug 26, 2020

The new USA Rice video, “Plant-Based,” stars Chef Hari Cameron explaining why sustainability is important in foodservice and how U.S. rice farmers are leading the way. Full story

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Global Food Aid Challenges and the Role of Rice on The Rice Stuff Podcast

Aug 25, 2020

USA Rice’s food aid consultant, Rebecca Bratter, joined The Rice Stuff podcast this week to talk about the unprecedented challenges facing the humanitarian sector, how food aid addresses global problems, and where U.S.-grown rice fits in. Full story

Virtual UofA Field Day Serves Up Lots of Rice

Aug 24, 2020

The UofA Division of Agriculture held their annual Rice Field Day last week and participants tuned in via computer to the virtual event. Full story

In Memory: Dennis Lindberg

Aug 21, 2020

Dennis “Denny” Lindberg, who passed away August 14, was passionate about many things, including rice farming and his community of Richvale. Full story

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USA Rice Meets with Iraqi Trade Officials

Aug 21, 2020

Yesterday, USA Rice met with a contingent from Iraq’s Ministry of Trade who are in Washington for meetings with the Trump Administration. Full story

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USITC Shines Light on Impact of Residue Limits on Exports, Including Rice

Aug 20, 2020

Both USA Rice and the California Rice Commission provided comments to the USITC on the global economic impact of missing and low pesticide maximum residue levels (MRL) on international ag trade. Full story

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USA Rice Delivers Expert Testimony to Dietary Committee

Aug 19, 2020

Nutrition expert Dr. Julie Miller Jones testified on behalf of USA Rice about the role of rice in healthy diets at a hearing about the latest Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee Scientific Report. Full story

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New Look, New Sponsor, and Better Prizes for Annual Scholarship Video Contest

Aug 18, 2020

The annual National Rice Month Scholarship Video Contest is up and running with a new sponsor, American Commodity Company (ACC), and a revamped website full of information and tips on making a great video. Full story

New Loan Positions Iraq to Purchase U.S. Rice

Aug 17, 2020

A new $450 million loan from EXIM recently was approved to assist Iraq in the purchase of U.S. goods and services, including rice and other agricultural products. Full story

In Memory: Robert Franklin Petter, Sr.

Aug 14, 2020

USA Rice extends condolences to the family and friends of Robert Franklin Petter, Sr., of Tollville, Arkansas, who passed away August 12, at the age of 84. Full story

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New Labeling Law in Mexico Favors Healthy Choices

Aug 14, 2020

USA Rice promotions in Mexico have always emphasized the nutritional benefits of rice. Full story

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“Delicious” U.S. Rice Still Popular in Hong Kong Foodservice

Aug 13, 2020

Annual Hong Kong food and beverage festival, called “Delicious USA,” promotes the quality and versatility of U.S. ag products including U.S. rice -- of course! Full story

WASDE Report Released

Aug 12, 2020

The outlook for U.S. rice in 2020/21 this month is for lower supplies, unchanged domestic and residual use, reduced exports, and higher ending stocks. Full story

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