• It LSU AgCenter Field Day Calendar

    May 09, 2018

    The LSU AgCenter will hold a series of field days to help rice farmers learn about the latest recommended practices to improve their crop production. Experts will make presentations on variety development, fertility, growing soybeans, and controlling problems of diseases, insects, and weeds. Full story
  • Not a secret any more Chefs See Rice Flour as a Secret Ingredient to Make Everything Better

    May 08, 2018

    Trends show that both in the restaurant and at home, chefs are increasingly using rice flour to fry foods. Substituting rice flour for wheat flour in practically any fried food is a refreshing alternative that is weightless, crispy, and tender. Full story
  • Stay with it Arkansas Planting Report: On and Off, and Finally On Again

    May 07, 2018

    Every farmer knows the tried but true saying: “The only thing predictable about the weather, is that it’s unpredictable.” And here in Arkansas, that statement is just as true for 2018 as it has been in years past. Full story
  • Another stop on the journey - packaging company JonPac Inc. Rice Leadership Program Session I: Follow the Grain

    May 04, 2018

    As a California rice farmer I plant my seed, harvest the rice, and sell it. That’s my workflow in a rice hull - I work within the rice industry. The Rice Leadership Development Program asks us to consider how rice farmers can I help represent, advocate, and elevate the industry as a whole? Full story
  • Look at all the life California Rice Country: Plants, and Birds, and Rocks, and Things

    May 03, 2018

    Earlier this week, USA Rice’s Josh Hankins and Sarah Moran met with California Rice Commission (CRC) staff and observed rice planting in the second largest rice producing state. Full story
  • Without struggle there is no progress Progress Needed on Korea Rice Access

    May 03, 2018

    The United States and Korea recently reached agreement in several trade areas, but a long-standing rice dispute remains. The two countries agreed to modify certain terms of the U.S.-Korea free trade agreement, commonly known as KORUS, at the request of the United States. Full story
  • Arkansas Rice Leaders, Ag Industry Meet with USDA Under Secretary Bill Northey

    May 02, 2018

    U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Under Secretary for Farm and Foreign Agriculture Services Bill Northey met with Arkansas government and agriculture leaders here yesterday and then traveled to Stuttgart to meet with producers and rice industry representatives. Full story
  • Brown-Thune Introduce Bill to Boost ARC by Slashing PLC

    May 01, 2018

    Last week, Senators Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and John Thune (R-SD) introduced marker legislation intended to influence the direction of the Senate Farm Bill, and the rice industry is concerned that the Senators appear to be using a program that works well for rice to pay for their new approach. Full story
  • Kim Gallagher and her pal Comet plan their day Focus on the Farmer Series Continues

    Apr 30, 2018

    USA Rice is producing a monthly Facebook feature to bring attention to the folks who help put U.S.-grown rice on America’s plates - and to let them tell the real story of food production in their own words. This month our “Focus on the Farmer” shines the spotlight on Kim Gallagher who grew up on a farm in California’s western Sacramento Valley but took a circuitous route to becoming a farmer. Full story
  • Louisiana Planting Report: Deciding Weather It’s Spring or Not

    Apr 27, 2018

    Most of the rice in southwest Louisiana went into the ground during a two-week interval when we had warmer weather and dry soil. When most of that rice emerged in mid-March, the weather conditions became cool and slowed crop development down considerably. Full story
  • Photo of Jack Webb Science News: The Difference Between Factoids and Facts

    Apr 26, 2018

    Members of the scientific, communications, and academic fields gathered at Johns Hopkins University last week to address issues of miscommunication among scientists, media, consumers, politicians, and the public. The panel, hosted by the National Communication Association, discussed ways these problems might be addressed, emphasizing transparency and public outreach. Full story
  • Definitely room for U.S. rice on these Beijing market shelves USA Rice Delegation in China Presses for Imports to Begin

    Apr 25, 2018

    Leaders from USA Rice were in China last week to deliver a simple message – nearly 30 U.S. facilities have completed China’s extensive food safety questionnaires and it’s now time for Chinese officials to schedule an inspection visit, the next step in fulfilling the promise of U.S. market access when the two countries signed a phytosanitary protocol for U.S. milled rice last July. Full story
  • Traditional wholesaler in Jordan Ramadan Traditions Raise Rice Consumption

    Apr 24, 2018

    Per capita rice consumption in Jordan is high and traditionally increases during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, which starts this year on May 15. Rice consumption in the Muslim world always spikes during the observance, which is why USA Rice steps up promotions to increase awareness prior to the start of the holiday. Full story
  • U.S. rice sushi display at the 2018 Fabex show in Japan FABEX Show Features Sushi Made From U.S. Rice

    Apr 23, 2018

    USA Rice participated in FABEX 2018, one of the major trade shows targeting foodservice and deli/take-out operators held at the Tokyo Big Site earlier this month. The USA Rice booth featured various new style sushi menus to introduce innovative usages of U.S medium grain to the more than 78,000 visitors, including hand-shaped sushi rice prepared using a special sushi roll making machine. Full story
  • Colombia rice farmers tour a U.S. mill: trading grain and with best practices Training Day for Foreign Ag Service

    Apr 23, 2018

    Last week, USA Rice participated in a “Meet the Cooperators” seminar series led by the U.S. Agricultural Export Development Council (USAEDC) to provide training to approximately 30 new foreign service personnel and other staff at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). These annual seminars provide opportunities for local trade associations to educate USDA staff about our organizations and how we work together to increase exports of rice. Full story
  • 2017 Rice-Awards recipients holding plaques, standing in front of Outlook step-and-repeat 2018 Rice Awards Application Open

    Apr 20, 2018

    USA Rice, in conjunction with Horizon Ag and Rice Farming magazine, is seeking nominations for the 2018 Rice Awards to recognize rice leaders who exemplify dedication, determination, and innovation to the industry. Full story
  • USDA FAS Admin Ken Isley, middle-aged, bald, white man wearing suit, sitting in chair in front of bookcase USDA Staffs Up with New Appointments

    Apr 20, 2018

    Yesterday, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced the selection of several senior leaders within U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) agencies. Perdue appointed Ken Isley as Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) Administrator Full story
  • US Capitol at Night Support for Farm Bill Splits Along Party Lines

    Apr 19, 2018

    The U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Agriculture convened yesterday to consider H.R. 2, The Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018. Full story
  • Trump & Japanese PM Shinzo Abe wearing matching blue & white striped ties, shaking hands, sitting on couch USA Rice to USTR: NAFTA, China, & Improved Market Access are Priorities

    Apr 18, 2018

    Last week, USA Rice met with U.S. Trade Representative’s (USTR) new Chief Agricultural Negotiator Gregg Doud to discuss current market access issues for rice. USA Rice highlighted the many trade priorities of the industry including preserving the benefits of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and improved market access to China and Japan. Full story
  • Chef Javier Rodriguez in the middle of a crowd of women wearing red Club Arroz aprons, preparing dish using US rice Raising the U.S. Rice Profile in Guatemala

    Apr 17, 2018

    Last week Asiha Grigsby, USA Rice manager of international promotion, and USA Rice contractors here, Ernesto Baron and Chef Javier Rodríguez, met with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Counselor Todd Drennan, and Attaché Sean Cox for a roundtable discussion of market access and promotional activities in the region. Mr. Drennan led the group in a conversation exploring the opportunities and challenges for U.S. rice as compared to corn - the most consumed grain in the region. Full story

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