When in doubt- bring Barbera

Having trouble identifying the best wine to take to your holiday meal? California Rice CEO Tim Johnson has the answer.

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Revisiting Folsom Lake

Recent rains have brought improvements to the state’s water shortage. Folsom Lake is a prime example of the recovery.

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A healthy ecosystem flexes its wings

Nearly 230 wildlife species rely on Sacramento Valley rice fields for food and a resting place. The Rice Commission’s Jim Morris profiles two different birds that are flourishing.

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Wondering what to bring to your holiday dinner? Bring a Pilaf

This dish is a sure fire winner for your family gathering. California Rice Commission CEO Tim Johnson provides this recipe featuring California Calrose Rice.

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11 Trillion Gallons – Really?

Heavy rain trumps what NASA says about the California drought.

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Christmas in Arbuckle

A bilingual Santa is only the start of a special Christmas party in Colusa County. Jonnalee Henderson has details on their families annual celebration in Arbuckle.

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The Return of Rain

This rainy season is off to an improved start in the Sacramento Valley. Rice grower Tom Butler provides an account of what’s happening in his area.

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Identifying trees by their winter ‘bones’

The Sacramento Valley is filled with a wide variety of trees. Here’s more information on what to keep an eye out for when heading north of Sacramento.

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Appreciating the American Farmer

This week’s USA Rice Outlook Conference is a revelation for an attendee from the Sacramento Valley. Read Alycia Scheidel’s Blog

Pig out on Rice Bites

Check out Julie Cader’s latest recipe pairing California Rice with bacon. Get the recipe

Winter on the Lower Sacramento

Expert fisherman Anthony Carruesco updates conditions in the North Valley after some much-needed rainfall. Read More Here

Welcome Back Old Friend

The recent storm activity is a very good to the challenges with drought in the Sacramento Valley. Details Here

Endangered Species Bulletin a win for California Rice Growers

A recent announcement from the U.S Environmental Protection Agency demonstrates the stewardship found in California Rice. The Rice Commission’s Roberta Firoved has details. Read her blog:

Chico to Red Bluff via Dairyville

Rice Commission's CEO Tim Johnson describes his adventure from Chico to Red Bluff via Dairyville. Read his blog:

The threat of drought

Rice grower Sandy Denn comments on the uncertainty of how the drought will affect rice country.

Special time of the year

Rice grower Sandy Denn comments on living and working along the Pacific Flyway during the migration season for millions of birds.