UofA Northeast Rice Research and Extension Center

10/01/2026

09/29/2026

September is National Rice Month!
Do you know a farmer? Have you told them thank you recently? 🌾

As national rice month comes to a close, we’re grateful for the hardworking rice farmers who keep Arkansas rice growing, and for the researchers and specialists working every day to discover best practices for the future of rice farming.

Your hard work today helps build a stronger rice industry for tomorrow! 🌾🍚

09/24/2026

🌾September is National Rice Month🌾

When we think of rice, what comes to mind?
🍽️ Your favorite meal?
🌾 Farming?
🍬 A delicious sweet treat?

But did you know rice is used for so much more than what’s on your plate? There are many co-products and by-products of rice that play a role in products and industries you may not expect!

09/21/2026

🌾September is National Rice Month🌾

Check out episode two of “Rice Up Your Life" with Tori Fowler and Ashlyn Ussery, as they cook up a delicious rice recipe perfect for brunch!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-dStuCMezU

"Rice Up Your Life" with Ashlyn Ussery and Tori Fowler as they walk...

09/17/2026

🌾September is National Rice Month🌾

At NERREC, we’re not only working to develop best practices in rice production through research—we’re also investing in the next generation through our Rice Discovery Program!

This month, students have:
🪱 Explored soil and earthworms
🌾 Harvested rice stalks to support next year’s hands-on learning experiences
🍚 Learned how to puff their own rice—perfect for making sweet treats

From the field to the fork, there is always something new to discover about agriculture! 🔬🌱

09/14/2026

🌾September is National Rice Month🌾

Did you know? Arkansas rice production accounts for more than 50% of all rice production in the United States, making rice the No. 1 crop in Arkansas!

From the field to the table—and even beyond—Arkansas rice plays a major role in our state and across the nation. 🇺🇸🌾

09/09/2026

🌾September is National Rice Month🌾

Check out episode #1 of “Rice Up Your Life" with Ashlyn Ussery and Joy West, as they walk you through the basics of cooking white and brown rice🍚

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g4aZGm3MRGk&t=518s

"Rice Up Your Life" with Ashlyn Ussery and Joy West as they walk yo...

09/08/2026

🌾September is National Rice Month🌾

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09/04/2026

🌾September is National Rice Month🌾

Harvest has begun across the Arkansas Delta!
Here at NERREC, harvest time is data time! Our research specialists are hard at work harvesting their fields and collecting valuable data that will soon be turned into practical, research-backed results for Arkansas rice producers and the non-farming public alike.

09/01/2026

Happy September 🌾 Happy National Rice Month!