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Rice Physiology, Products, and Critical Steps Associated with Postharvest Operations in Southern Florida
AG438/SS-AGR-438by Jehangir H. Bhadha, Sangeeta Mukhopadhyay, Charlene Andrews, and Matthew VanWeeldenSeptember 23, 2019
Trends in Florida Rice Production and Varieties
SS653/SL439 by Jehangir H. Bhadha, Luigi Trotta, Daniel Cavazos, and Matthew VanWeeldenAugust 13, 2024This publication sheds light on the trends of rice acreage and yields from 2008 to 2021. Nearly 23,000 acres of flooded rice were planted in south Florida in 2021. Growing flooded rice is a good Best Management Practice for growers in the region because it has been shown to reduce pest pressure and improve soil quality. The publication also highlights some of the recent varieties of rice that are grown in the region.
Related IFAS Blog Posts
Florida’s growing rice industry: Discover the potential and benefits of this versatile crop at the August 8 Field Day
Lourdes MederosJuly 31st, 2024Rice, the vital crop enjoyed by more than half the world’s population, boasts a versatility that’s hard to match. Across continents, many countries and cultures make the grain their own center of the plate, a side and even incorporate it as an ingredient in desserts. Rice cultivation in Florida has a small but growing place […]
Grocery Shopping for Your Health: Rice, pasta, and other grains
November 5th, 2021In our last post in the “Grocery Shopping for Your Health” series, we focused on nuts, peanuts, and peanut butter. Today, we move on to rice, pasta and other grains. Pasta is one of those fast, inexpensive and easy meals to prepare, especially if you don’t have the time or desire to make your own […]
September is National Rice Month
Mike LoizzoSeptember 2nd, 2020We set aside September to celebrate National Rice Month. While it is a minor crop in Florida, it still plays an important role. The vast majority of rice grown is in the Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA). Producers grow it in rotation with sugar cane, which helps with improving soil quality in those fields. “Cultivating rice […]