TRA 13.20

In this issue:

• US Rice Producers Association Does Not Support Trans Pacific Partnership Agreement
• GE crops are safe for consumption and environment, according to National Academies of Science
• Agriculture Appropriations Update; Senate Action
• ITC report says TPP good for U.S. agriculture except for rice
• Market Update

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In this issue

• World of Rice Coming to Houston, Texas !!!!
• Rice Market Update: Crystal Ball Cloudy as Market Undertones Looking More Positive Since First of the Year
• USRPA Requests Extension of USDA Farm Status Deadline

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In this issue:

• General Market Update
• Pacific Trade Deal Likely to Hurt Sales of U.S. Rice to Mexico
• Rice Grading Equipment Studied

In this issue:

• Obstacles Remain in Trade Negotiations with Europe
• Pressure is On For GMO Labeling Federal Preemption
• US Coast Guard Clarifies Shipping Container Weight Requirements
• General Market Update
• USRPA's Mas Por Menos Campaign Increases U.S. Long Grain Rice Consumption in Mexico
• USA ARROZ - Rice Promotions in Guatemala

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In this issue:

• U.S. Agency Finds Lifting U.S. Trade Ban on Cuba Would Increase U.S. Ag Exports
• U.S. Cuba Efforts Gaining Strength
• Ag Shippers and Ocean Carriers at Odds Over Container Weight Declarations
• EPA caught in Anti-Farmer Campaign, House Members Demand Answers
• General Market Update
• From the Desk of Dr. MO Way

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In this issue:

• US Rice Producers Call for Funds to Support USDA Staff at Embassy in Havana
• Cuban Ambassador Visits Houston, Texas
• USRPA Weighs in on Plant Genetics Treaty and Monitors Rising Cost of Pesticides
• General Market Update
• From the Desk of Dr. MO Way

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In this issue:

• Long Grain Exports Show Strong Volume While Prices Indicate Need for Much More
• Senate's Return Prompts Continued GMO Labeling Discussion
• USDA Seeks Applications for Grants to Help Ag Producers Increase the Value of Their Products
• USRPA's Promotional Activity Increases Coverage with Three Teams in Mexico
• From the Desk of Dr. MO Way

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In this issue:

• Long Grain Exports Show Strong Volume While Prices Indicate Need for Much More
• Senate's Return Prompts Continued GMO Labeling Discussion
• USDA Seeks Applications for Grants to Help Ag Producers Increase the Value of Their Products
• USRPA's Promotional Activity Increases Coverage with Three Teams in Mexico
• From the Desk of Dr. MO Way

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In this issue:

• Lack of Rice Market Demand Confirmed by USDA Report
• Texas Legislative Committee Conducts Public Hearing on Cuba
• USDA Approves Checkoff Action in Cuba
• United States Trade Representative Debates Trans Pacific Partnership in Arkansas

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In this issue:

• Mark Your Calendars for RMTC 2016!

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