Date: May, 2007
Abstract: The United States (U.S.) has enjoyed a reputation as a consistent, reliable and timely supplier of both long-grain and medium- and short-grain rice. Although producing approximately 1.5 percent of the world’s rice, the U.S. accounts for as much as 12 percent of the international rice trade.
However, the U.S. rice sector’s success is threatened by a number of challenges, both domestically and internationally. The rice crop continues to be affected by high fuel and fertiliz...
Research Type: Ag Focus