International Webinar Series

As global food systems adapt to shifting supply chains, rising demand for quality and sustainability, and growing competition, the USA Rice International Webinar Series deliver timely insights into the strengths and innovations of the U.S. rice industry.

Tailored for importers, distributors, retailers, foodservice professionals, and government partners in key export markets, the webinars feature expert-led sessions on rice breeding, cooking qualities, and U.S. rice farming practices. Participants receive updates on trade policy, export logistics, and market development strategies—plus access to live Q&A, virtual field tours, and region-specific content. 

Archived sessions are available on demand to support continued learning and engagement.  Please reach out to us if there's a specific topic that would be helpful for your market.
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Recent Webinars

Export 101: Plan, Develop, Execute

Date Recorded: April 25, 2025

Overview:  The Export 101 Webinar, led by Victoria Nwasike, President and CEO of Golden Crest Global, delivers practical, expert-driven guidance on building a successful rice export strategy. Designed for businesses  who want to learn more about exports and those ready to expand internationally, the session walks viewers through the key components of a strong export plan—including product selection, regulatory navigation, and goal setting. It also emphasized the importance of thorough market research, understanding cultural nuances, and developing tailored export plans that align with a company’s strengths.

Nwasike shares insights on using HS codes, aligning with global trends, leveraging trade shows, and adapting products to local preferences. The webinar wraps with valuable USDA resources and a Q&A segment, equipping participants with actionable steps to launch or refine their export strategy. Perfect for both new and seasoned exporters, this is a must-watch for anyone serious about global market success.


Past Webinars

Trade Policy 101

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Date Recorded: March 4, 2021

Overview:  During this one-hour webinar, Sharon Bomer Lauritsen, a former U.S. ag trade negotiator, talks about why trade policy is important for the U.S. rice industry, how trade policy is developed, and what challenges may be encountered along the way. The presentation was followed by an interactive question and answer session.

Fortified Rice in the COVID-19 Era

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Date Recorded: November 12, 2020

Overview:  Nick Kharabadze and Paul Alberghine from USDA's International Food Assistance Division discuss trends in fortified rice usage in McGovern-Dole programs and other USDA food assistance programs. Rufino Perez and Jamie Fisher from USAID's Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance talk about fortified rice usage in USAID food aid programs. The World Food Program USA's Chase Sova talks about the importance of fortified rice in response to hunger and malnutrition in 2020. The webinar ends with a visual display of fortified and regular milled rice.

UK & EU: 2020/2021 U.S. Rice Production & Supply Outlook

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Date Recorded: November 5, 2020

Overview:  Dr. John Goldberg from the Normandy Group provides information on pesticide regulation in the U.S.  Dr. Bruce Linquist from California and Dr. Jarrod Hardke from Arkansas provide updates on the recently harvested 2020-2021 U.S. rice crop and you will hear a global and U.S. rice overview from USDA's Dr. Nathan Childs. Participants engaged with questions about MRL differences in the EU and US, weather effects on rice and domestic aromatic varieties.

2020 U.S. Rice Crop Outlook for Importers in China

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Date Recorded: October 27, 2020

Overview:  On this two-hour webinar, you will hear Ted McKinney, USDA's Under Secretary of Agriculture for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, talk about the Phase 1 agreement between the U.S. and China. You will hear from Dr. Bruce Linquist from California and Dr. Jarrod Hardke from Arkansas who will provide updates on the recently harvested 2020-2021 U.S. rice crop and you will hear a global rice overview from USDA's Dr. Nathan Childs. USDA's Bobby Richey, the Agricultural Counselor in Beijing, will talk about the strong partnership between U.S. and China businesses and Dr. Joshua Robinson from the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) will talk about the SPS protocol. The first commercial shipment of U.S. rice to China cleared China Customs as this webinar was being aired.

美国稻米新米展望网络研讨会：
两个小时的网络研讨会上，您将听到美国农业部贸易和对外农业事务副部长Ted McKinney先生谈中美第一阶段协议。 您将听到来自加州大学的Bruce Linquist博士和来自阿肯色州大学的Jarrod Hardke博士讲述2020-2021年美国水稻种植和生产的最新情况。您还将听到美国农业部Nathan Childs博士分析全球稻米供需情况。 美国农业部北京农业事务办公室农业参赞Bobby Riche先生将谈一下中美两国企业之间的牢固合作伙伴关系。美国动植物检验检疫局Joshua Robinson博士将讲解美国稻米准入细则。 适逢此次网络研讨会播出时，第一批装运到中国的美国大米已经完成清关。

2020 Latin America Quality Symposium

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Fecha de grabación: 20 octubre 2020  /  Date Recorded:  October 20, 2020

Resumen:  Los fitomejoradores públicos de cinco estaciones de investigación de arroz de EE. UU. Y los mejoradores privados de RiceTec, Nutrien y Horizon Ag presentan variedades desarrolladas específicamente para los consumidores latinoamericanos. 

Overview:  Public breeders from five U.S. rice research stations and private breeders from RiceTec, Nutrien, and Horizon Ag showcase varieties developed specifically for Latin American consumers.

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