Wrapping up the 2018 Weedy Rice Season
A final update on weedy rice for the past season has just been released. Here’s a link to learn more from the University of California Cooperative Extension about the work done to combat this issue. READ MORE
Recent News
Industry to vote on five-year CRC Referendum
In early February, growers and handlers will receive a ballot from CDFA for the CRC referendum. Please take a moment to fill it out and return. READ MORE
Farm Bill deal reached
By Tyson Redpath, The Russell Group
A tentative agreement has been reached by the leadership of the House and Senate Agriculture Committees on a fresh rewrite of food and agriculture law in a new Farm Bill. Pending a new cost estimate from the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) and finalizing the legislative text of the agreement, the new Farm Bill could be approved by the House and Senate as soon as next week. READ MORE
Lunch and Learn event provides information on Conservation Opportunities
A field day and farm tour covering many areas of conservation will be held on Friday, December 7, at River Garden Farms in Knights Landing. READ MORE
Rice Industry Calendar a helpful reference during meeting season
We are nearing one of the busiest times of the year for industry meetings. Our industry calendar provides a helpful resource for you to keep up to date. READ MORE
California leg of the Ride With Rice Road Trip starts this week
The Mid South, Midwest, and Pacific Northwest have been visited by the bright green pickup associated with the Ride With Rice Road Trip, and now it’s California’s turn. READ MORE
Early Bird Registration for Outlook Conference ending soon
Time is running out to take advantage of the lowest registration rate for next month’s USA Rice Outlook Conference in San Diego. The early bird registration deadline is November 9. The special $179 hotel rate is available through November 5, depending on availability. READ MORE
Exhibitor Deadline for Outlook Conference fast approaching
Strong attendance is expected at the upcoming USA Rice Outlook Conference, December 5-7 in San Diego. READ MORE
Best Registration, Room Rates available now for Outlook Conference
Strong attendance is expected at this year’s USA Rice Outlook Conference in San Diego. The lowest price for registration, the early bird rate, is available through November 9. Here’s a link to find out more about the conference, including registration. READ MORE