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Application Period Now Open for Next Rice Leadership Development Class

Jul 20, 2026

Applications are open until September 4, 2026. Full story

Leadership Class, group shot with AR duck statue

A Series of “Firsts” at Rice Leadership Session II

Jul 09, 2026

Meeting farmers, scientists, and business leaders who have dedicated their careers to producing the best rice possible is encouraging for these young leaders. Full story

Leadership Session I, group shot in front of USDA Bldg in NOLA, everyone wearing red shirts

A New Perspective on Rice: A Compliance Manager's Journey

Apr 17, 2026

The author takes a trip that transforms the industry from a deskful of documents and regulations into a living, breathing ecosystem of dedicated people. Full story

Rice Leadership Alumni Group Adds Seven

Feb 11, 2026

The USA Rice Fly-in held in DC this week marked the final leg in the two-year Rice Leadership Development Class program and the 2024 Class were recognized at a graduation ceremony. Full story

Argentina Mill Tour, Intl Ldrshp in SoAm, group shot

The Rice Stuff Goes to Argentina, Uruguay, and Brazil

Jan 27, 2026

Comprehensive report from the recent International Rice Leadership Development trip to South American rice regions. Full story

Leadership Qualities graphic, text surrounded by pens, a clock, and a plant

New Rice Leadership Development Class Announced

Dec 11, 2025

The 2026 class is an excellent group representing a mix of southern and west coast individuals which always makes for good class dynamics. Full story

Buttons w/flags representing MERCOSUR countries

2025 International Rice Leadership Class Tours South American Rice Country

Dec 05, 2025

Farmers in MERCOSUR face many of the same pressures as U.S. growers yet their unwavering focus on quality position them as formidable competitors to the southern U.S. rice industry. Full story