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U.S.-Grown Rice Helps Schools Address Evolving Nutrition Expectations

Jan 14, 2026

As schools look to meet RFK Jr's nutrition goals, rice may be the answer. Full story

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USA Rice and Brazil Rice Industry Sharing Trade Concerns Over India

Jan 13, 2026

USA Rice met with Brazilian counterparts to talk turkey on India's gross violations of the global rice trade. Full story

USA Rice Welcomes New Grant Accounting Coordinator

Jan 12, 2026

Mary Sanders has joined the USA Rice Little Rock office. Full story

FSA Announces County Committee Elections

Jan 09, 2026

Voting in your local county committee election is your voice shaping how federal programs impact your livelihood. Full story

In Memory: Dr. James “Jim” Stansel

Jan 09, 2026

Dr. Stansel led the Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center at Beaumont for nearly three decades. Full story

Mexico Imposes Trade Measures on Paddy Imports

Jan 08, 2026

The new decree, enacted on January 1, once again allows U.S. rice to enjoy preferential access to consumers in Mexico. Full story

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NRM Grand Prize Winner Discovers Rice is “More Than a Grain”

Jan 07, 2026

Grand Prize Winner Evelyn Arnold traveled to New Orleans last month to share her award-winning video at the USA Rice Outlook Conference. Full story

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A Culinary Gathering of Minds & Grains Features U.S. Rice

Jan 06, 2026

This new promotion in Hong Kong sends a key message: U.S. rice is not just an ingredient, it is a global culinary partner. Full story

In Memory: Rep. Doug LaMalfa

Jan 06, 2026

California Congressman Doug LaMalfa passed away suddenly. Full story

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Ivory Coast Rice Millers Make Connections in Mid-South

Jan 05, 2026

A delegation from an economic group representing ten rice mills in Côte d’Ivoire attended the 2025 USA Rice Outlook Conference before touring mid-south growing regions. Full story

Rice Farmer Bridge Payment Rate $132.89/acre

Dec 31, 2025

USDA has announced that for rice, the payment rate is $132.89 per acre, which encompasses long grain and medium grain, including temperate japonica, short grain, and sweet rice. Full story

2025 USA Rice Outlook Photo Gallery

Dec 19, 2025

New Orleans did not disappoint! See who showed up in The Big Easy for the biggest, easiest rice-centric conference of the year. Full story

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Dr. Julie Callahan Confirmed as USTR Chief Ag Negotiator

Dec 19, 2025

Callahan has served in USTR’s agriculture office since 2016 and been the highest-level career agricultural negotiator within the agency since 2020. Full story

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Latin American Market Measures U.S. Rice Varieties for Quality

Dec 18, 2025

The 6th U.S. Rice Quality Symposium, a key part of the annual USA Rice Outlook Conference, helps to ensure U.S. rice stays competitive. Full story

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National Black Growers Council Annual Meeting Tackles Uncertainty

Dec 17, 2025

More than nine-and-a-half hours of programming over the two day event revolved around the theme “Cultivating Connections, Strengthening Legacies." Full story

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Rice Innovation from the Outlook Conference on The Rice Stuff

Dec 16, 2025

The 2025 USA Rice Outlook Conference is in the record books, but The Rice Stuff is still bringing listeners highlights. Full story

Pitching Louisiana Rice in the UK

Dec 16, 2025

The UK is a major rice importer, sourcing approximately 700,000–750,000 metric tons (MT) annually, with the majority consisting of basmati rice. Full story

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U.S. Rice Exporters See Glimmer of Hope for Justice in Haiti

Dec 15, 2025

The new UN Gang Suppression Force has a stronger mandate to proactively address the increased gang violence in the country through military force. Full story

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USA Rice Recognizes Leaders in Conservation and Sustainability

Dec 12, 2025

Each year the U.S. rice industry recognizes leaders for their stewardship efforts in conserving and efficiently using natural resources while bolstering wildlife habitat and biodiversity. Full story

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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

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