The Rice Stuff

At any given time upward of 50 countries are receiving vital food aid from the United States, and with experts describing today’s global humanitarian crises as “biblical,” now is the time to learn about food aid programs and how rice can help. USA Rice food aid consultant Rebecca Bratter joins the podcast to talk about global hotspots, COVID-19, the different types of aid, and how rice makes a big difference. Somehow Michael and Lesley get corncob pipes into the discussion. Please subscribe & rate

Roughly half of U.S.-grown rice is exported to 130 countries with most of it destined for a Western Hemisphere location – Mexico, Canada, Central America, or Haiti. USA Rice’s international promotion gurus, Sarah Moran & Asiha Grigsby join the podcast to talk about their work, goals, & outcomes, as well as to explore opportunities & threats on the horizon. Michael and Lesley also look at rice dishes from Europe and scratch the surface of iconic food scenes in movies and TV shows. Please subscribe &

Anyone in the U.S. rice industry will tell you they are proud of their industry’s sustainability record and credentials. But for many consumers and customers, the proof is in the pudding. Meet the keepers and compilers of the proof points that guarantee when you “Think Sustainable” you should “Think U.S. rice.” Dr. Steve Linscombe and Lydia Holmes join Michael and Lesley to talk about the industry’s record and how they track it. For a copy of the Sustainability Report,

Lesley visited The Voice of the Farmer Garden on the National Mall in Washington, DC to see if The Farm Journal Foundation will be able to grow rice steps away from the Capitol Building and the White House. It’s not as unlikely as it might sound. Plus, Brandon Harder from Farmers’ Rice Cooperative in Sacramento stopped by to talk about the importance of storytelling and why this podcast is on brand for the USA Rice’s mission. Those stories, exploding birds at weddings and more on our very first

During each episode, your hosts Michael and Lesley will explore the world of U.S.-grown rice through the eyes of the people who know it best – farmers, millers, researchers, marketers, exporters and end-users. Whether it’s amazing achievements in sustainability and conservation, exciting promotional strategies, or innovative technology, we’ll get deep into the weeds to tell the story of U.S. Whether you’re a seasoned ag industry professional or just looking to learn more about the rice in your