World’s First 100% Recyclable Microwaveable Rice Pouch Launched by FEI Foods
Major ready-to-eat processor FEI Foods has just launched the world’s first fully-recyclable microwaveable rice pouches in the UK and European supermarkets.
India Poised to Hit Record on Rice and Wheat Harvests in 2021
India, the world’s second largest producer of wheat, is forecasted to produce a record-hitting increase in its crop harvests this year. According to their government’s report, rice and wheat harvest is said to increase by 1.2% and 1.3%, respectively.
EU Expected to Lower Import Tariffs on Brown Rice in March
Tariff rates on brown rice in the EU are expected to be lowered due to container shortage and the UK’s exit out of the EU Customs Union. Read more about this news here.
Rice Agri-Marketing To Hold Fundraisers in Support of Non-Profit Local Organizations
Livermore company Rice-Agri Marketing is set to host fundraisers for the benefit of Friends of Sinners and the Western Kentucky Regional Blood Center. Check out the details of the event here.
Ready-To-Go Heat and Eat Rice Pouches by Lotus Foods Now Available
Organic rice brand Lotus Foods has just added a new product to its lineup, the Heat and Eat Rice Pouches. Coming in three variants, these pouches can be a quick meal for those who are pressed for time.
Japanese Video Game Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin Tops Sales
Japanese video game Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin has recently surpassed the 850,000 mark in physical and digital sales. The independent game developed by Edelweiss follows harvest goddess Sakuna on her journey in a demon-run island.
Floods in Asia Slow Down Rice Harvest
Rice-floods in Asia threaten to hamper rice harvest and damage supplies. In Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Thailand, farmers gear up for a rise in export prices and domestic rates.
USA Rice and Zojirushi Team Up for National Rice Month
As part of the 30th National Rice Month programming, USA Rice teams up with rice cooker manufacturer Zojirushi to celebrate diverse US-grown rice and Zojirushi’s unique appliances.
4,000 Rice Containers Stranded at Dry Ports in Ludhiana
Due to the Covid-19 virus, over 4,000 Basmati Rice Containers remained stranded at dry ports in Ludhiana, which poses a problem to the country’s economy and foreign relations.
Reusing N95 Masks Possible With Rice Cooker
N95 respirators are a requirement for front liners and those exposed to COVID-19 on a daily basis. They’re also recommended for everyday use, but experts say your N95 mask doesn’t have to be disposed of daily.
