The new Rice Leadership Class was announced at today’s USA Rice Outlook Conference in Little Rock, Arkansas, and it included two California members, Derek Sohnrey and Christine Wylie.
Sponsored by John Deere, RiceTec and American Commodity Company, the program is a two-year look at all aspects of the rice industry including production regions, marketing, futures markets and policy in Washington, D.C.
Congratulations Derek and Christine!
By Tim Kelleher
California rice growers are shaking their heads over the different payments in the two USDA/FSA revenue protection programs: PLC (Price Loss Coverage) and ARC (Agricultural Risk Coverage).
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Tim Kelleher has updated the 2026 decision tool to assist growers in selecting the best program for them this growing season. The ARC & PLC Payment Calculators spreadsheet can be found on the CalRiceNews.org homepage.
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Memorial services for Congressman Doug LaMalfa have been announced. Details can be found below.
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