• Trade War Tit-for-Tat Continues

    Jul 23, 2018

    The United States has provided the latest salvo in the escalating trade dispute with China, and for the first time has taken aim at rice imports. Among the imports targeted for an extra 10 percent in duties are rice imports from China. Full story
  • Louisiana Miller Named to USDA Grain Inspection Advisory Committee

    Jul 23, 2018

    John L. Morgan, a vice president of Supreme Rice Mill in Crowley, Louisiana, was named today by U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue to serve a two-year term on the Federal Grain Inspection Service’s (FGIS) Grain Inspection Advisory Committee beginning July 1, 2018. Full story
  • House Farm Bill Conferees Named

    Jul 23, 2018

    House members appointed to the farm bill conference committee were announced this week. Speaker Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) and Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) named 29 Republicans and 18 Democrats to the committee, respectively, a total of 47 lawmakers. Full story
  • FDA Decision to Begin Enforcing Milk Definition Could Benefit Rice

    Jul 23, 2018

    U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Scott Gottlieb announced on Tuesday that his agency will be reconsidering the way it enforces the standard of identity (SOI) for milk when it comes to non-dairy beverages. The development has significant implications for other foods engaged in identity battles, notably rice, which has been crying foul on what it calls “rice pretenders” such as riced cauliflower for more than one year. Full story
  • U.S. Grown Rice is Nutritious and Sustainably-Grown, Now Add Fancy

    Jul 19, 2018

    The 64th Annual Summer Fancy Food Show wrapped up here earlier this month with more than 200,000 products being showcased across six football fields worth of exhibit space and the most popular grain on earth, rice, was flying the flag as both an ingredient and as a food unto itself. Full story
  • U.S. Rice Shines at Paella Festival in Mexico

    Jul 18, 2018

    Paella is a traditional Spanish dish with a long history and a name that derives from the Old French word paelle that means pan, and refers to the one big, shallow pan used to cook the food. A version of the hearty dish has migrated to Mexico where it has become a favorite of diners and chefs alike, using ingredients that appeal to the Mexican palate. Full story
  • Playing with House Money at 2018 School Nutrition Association Conference

    Jul 17, 2018

    For once, what happened in Vegas, won’t stay in Vegas as the annual School Nutrition Association’s (SNA) National Conference was here last week and USA Rice wowed the crowd of more than 7,000 K-12 foodservice officials with a newly-designed booth and information on the multiple benefits that U.S.-grown rice brings to the lunchroom. Full story
  • U.S.-UK Trade Deal Could Emerge Post Brexit

    Jul 16, 2018

    President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Theresa May announced on July 13 that the United States and the United Kingdom plan to enter into a free trade agreement following the UK’s departure from the European Union March 2019. Full story
  • Where will it go from here The Trump Effect on Trade

    Jul 13, 2018

    The last several months in international trade have been unpredictable and often contentious as many of the U.S.’s largest trading partners react to the Trump Administration’s recent tariffs. As the U.S. exports 50 percent of its rice crop each year, any disruption in trade has a major impact on the profitability and viability of farmers, millers, merchants, and others in the U.S. rice industry. Full story
  • Elections for Leadership at RMA and USA Rice PAC

    Jul 13, 2018

    At USA Rice’s July Business Meeting here this week, the USA Rice Millers’ Association (RMA) announced the election of Keith Gray, Vice President of Supply Chain at Riviana Foods, as chairman, and Keith Glover, President & CEO of Producers Rice Mill, as vice chairman. Full story
  • WASDE Report Released

    Jul 12, 2018

    U.S. 2018/19 all rice supplies are increased this month by 4.8 million cwt to 272.3 million as higher production more than offsets reduced beginning stocks. Rice production increased by 9.8 million cwt to 213 million as the NASS Acreage report indicated greater rice area for both long-grain and medium- and short-grain than previously forecast. Full story
  • USA Rice and The Rice Foundation Elect New Leadership

    Jul 12, 2018

    New chairmen for USA Rice and The Rice Foundation were elected by their respective Boards of Directors during annual meetings here today. Full story
  • USA Rice’s Hartwig Schmidt Retires

    Jul 11, 2018

    At USA Rice’s July Business Meeting General Session yesterday, Hartwig Schmidt, USA Rice regional director for Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, received a special award upon his retirement from USA Rice after 22 years of service. Full story
  • Carl Brothers Honored for Five Decades of Service to the Rice Industry

    Jul 11, 2018

    Carl Brothers received a standing ovation from his peers yesterday at the USA Rice Business Meeting General Session where he was recognized for his contributions to the U.S. industry on the eve of his retirement from Riceland Foods after 53 years of service. Full story
  • When Disaster Strikes Close to Home, U.S. Rice Industry Takes the Reins

    Jul 10, 2018

    It’s been ten long months since Hurricane Harvey inundated the Houston area with 40 to 60 inches of rain, displacing more than 30,000 people, and causing $125 billion in damage. For those that lived through it, it was a harrowing ordeal of rising flood waters, destroyed property, and daring rescues. For Houstonians, it was also a time to come together to help family, friends, and neighbors, no matter how dire the situation. Full story
  • Whole Grain Summer Issue Has Something for Everyone

    Jul 08, 2018

    Analysis of the 2018 Farm Bill, an in-depth look at new conservation partnerships, a report from the latest Rice Development Leadership class – you’ll find all that and more when you check your mailbox for the Summer 2018 Whole Grain. Full story
  • Save the Date: RiceTec Arkansas Field Day, Wednesday, August 7

    Jul 06, 2018

    Farmers and media are invited to a day of fresh insights and first-hand field experiences during RiceTec’s Arkansas Field Day on Wednesday, August 7, at RiceTec Arkansas Business Center, 15329 Hwy 1, Harrisburg, Arkansas 72432. Full story
  • Delegation Visits USA Rice Ahead of Japanese Tender Season

    Jul 06, 2018

    Representatives from Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries (MAFF) visited USA Rice yesterday to discuss a range of topics regarding rice trade between the United States and Japan. Full story
  • Blogger events keep U.S. rice online and in mind in Turkey In Trade Retaliation, Turkey Raises Import Tariffs on Rice

    Jul 06, 2018

    USA Rice staff traveled to Turkey last week to meet with local trade and gather firsthand market information on the country’s rapidly changing political and economic environment. Full story
  • True crowd sourcing at the Taipei Food Show USA Rice Showcases Premium Quality U.S. Rice at Taipei Food Show

    Jul 03, 2018

    USA Rice participated in the 28th Taipei International Food Show last week showcasing California and Southern medium grain to the Taiwanese trader and attendees were impressed with both the texture and quality of U.S.-origin rice. Full story

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