• Interpretation of the advances in the theory of drying of rice (Alvaro Castillo)
• Incidence of drying of rice in the results of milling. Effects of partially drying combined with cooling (Alvaro Castillo)
• Dryers of high levels of moisture removal in continuous flow (Mauricio Heindenreich)

• Technical considerations on grain storage (Harry Harms)
• Principles of technical operation of silos (Harry Harms)
• Dust extraction and recent policy changes (Airlanco)

Presentation:  Zeigler, Roberto_How Science is Saving the World

What is the Future of Ag Politics in the U.S.?

Presentation: Sodhia, Rakesh_Can India Feed Itself

Presentation: Isbell, Mark_Evolution Sustainable Agriculture

Presentation: Livore, Alberto_Rice Breeding-Are We Listening to the Consumer

Presentation: Vara, Jorge_Argentina- Quality Rice for the World Market

Presentation: Linscombe, Steven_Provisia Rice-Its Role in the Future of Rice Production

Presented by Induhorst

Presentation: Vera, Danilo_Advantages of Aging White Rice

Presented by CLAAS

Presentation: Karuppiah, Balamurugaraja_Harvesting Mechanizations of Small and Marginal Farms

Presented by CLAAS

Presentation: Ouzts, Randy_Developing New Hybrid Rice Offerings for the US Market

This is a perfect workshop for those who are looking to learn about the new trends occurring with “on farm” rice producer milling systems.  From paddy rice to consumer, we’ll review the latest equipment in milling technology as well as focus on the attractive methods and economics that are turning heads among producers today.  Don’t miss this opportunity to introduce yourself to the exciting and endless possibilities that exist by Identity Preserving your rice and offering it in your local markets.

Presentation: Billups, Gary_Farm to Table Methodology

Introduction and Market for Organic Rice

Presentation: Wilson, Ted_Overview of Organic Rice Production in the USA and Globally

Management Techniques for Organic Rice Production

Presentation: Way, Mo_Insect Management Techniques for Organic Rice Production

Management Techniques for Organic Rice Production

Presentation: Zhou, Shane_Organic Rice Disease Management

Presentation by Dr. Fugen Dou (not pictured): Dou, Fugen_Effect of Seeding Rate on Organic Rice Production

Presentation: Hamilton, Milo_Which Influences Price More, Supply or Demand

Presentation: Sodhia, Rakesh_Which Influences Price More, Supply or Demand

Presentation: Gomez, Alice_Washington Update, Dysfunction and Division

Presentation: Thimmaiah, Shashikumar_Art of Par Boiling – Advance Process Innovation by India

Presentation: Walker, Tim_Horizon Ag’s Efforts to Provide Improved Rice Quality for Valued Customers

RAFFLE (A trip to China), FUN, MUNCH AND LEARN.

Millers are highly encouraged to come and see how to get the latest, most intelligent, best in class Rice color sorter machine with the best value on their investment.

We will have a lot of fun. No boring speech, just answers to your questions. Now even small farmers can afford to have their own mill.

Presentation: Masoom, Cyma_ANYSORT Rice Color Sorter

Presented by FrigorTec

Presentation: Karcher, Johannes_Quality Assurance of Paddy & Rice by Grain Cooling_Grain Chilling

Presentation: Durand, Alvaro_Evaluacion de la Cadena Arrocera Cubana

Presentation: Gomez, Alice_US – Cuba Relations, Rapprochement or Resistance

Presentation: dos Santos, Marco Antonio_World Weather Patterns and Your Business

Presentation: Gumina-Mike_Sustainability as a driver for global competitiveness

Presentation: Fajardo, Jeffrey_The Colombian Rice Market, Economy & Structure

Presentation: Gasco, Luis_Peruvian Consumers Demand Quality

World Market Update

Presentation: DeLaughter, Dennis_World Market Update

US Market Update

Presentation: Wynn, Thomas_US Market Update

IMPORTANT: PLEASE REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR PASSPORT

Group to meet in convention center lobby for departure promptly at 6:30 a.m.

Fueling America’s Energy Corridor.  Southwest Louisiana is full of visionaries—individuals who see the big picture and inspire us to imagine the best possible version of our community for generations to come. Back in the 1920s, a group of local leaders did just that, and we still feel the effects of their actions today.

Spirit of Louisiana…from the culture to the cuisine, to the way people celebrate—it’s about living life to its fullest and having some fun along the way.

After a tour and tasting, visitors will be provided with a light lunch, courtesy of the Louisiana Independent Rice Producers Association.

Everything in the facility is built for the fast and efficient transfer of grain.  The South La Rail Facility features a dual truck pit that can unload a truck in four minutes and elevators that can handle 25,000 bushels per hour.  Four hopper bottom tanks provide 156,000 bushels of pre-positioned cargo to load 40 rail cars.

Visit a working rice and crawfish farm. Guests will have the opportunity to converse with Louisiana rice farmers and ask questions.

End the day with a good ol’ fashioned Louisiana Crawfish Boil!

Sponsored by Louisiana Independent Rice Producers Association