• 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
  • New Specialty Food Category Research Shows Opportunities for U.S-Grown Rice

    Jul 03, 2018

    The specialty food segment of the food and beverage industry is growing by leaps and bounds with 65 percent of all consumers purchasing specialty foods to the tune of some $140.3 billion in 2017. And rice occupies a sweet spot in the category, both as an ingredient, but also a product itself. Full story
  • Focus on the Farmer Series Continues

    Jul 02, 2018

    This month our “Focus on the Farmer” shines the spotlight on Timothy Gertson, whose operation based in Wharton County, Texas, is called G5 Farms in recognition of the fact that he is the fifth generation in his family to farm rice there. Full story
  • Fortified Rice is a Game Changer in Fight Against Global Hunger

    Jul 02, 2018

    Last week, USA Rice attended the Food Assistance for Nutrition Evidence Summit hosted by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Office of Food for Peace, an event that brought together U.S. government agencies, academia, private voluntary organizations (PVOs), and the business world to address current and future hunger challenges. Full story
  • GA-Boozman Game of Inches Senate Farm Bill Advances with Harmful Provision for Family Farms

    Jun 29, 2018

    Yesterday, the Senate passed its version of the Farm Bill, the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (H.R. 2, as amended), by a vote of 86-11. The bill includes provisions that would be detrimental to family farms if enacted by law. Full story
  • Rice Acreage Report Released

    Jun 29, 2018

    According to the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), area planted to rice in 2018 is estimated at 2.84 million acres, up 15 percent from 2017. Area for harvest is forecast at 2.80 million acres, up 18 percent from last year. Full story

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