Week 47: Global Market Prospects for U.S. Long-grain Rice for the Upcoming Marketing Year

Ep. 47 Global Market Prospects for U.S. Long-grain Rice for the Upcoming Market Year
Dr. Hunter Biram and Dr. Ryan Loy sit down with Dr. Alvaro Durand-Morat to discuss the outlook for U.S. long-grain rice in the 2025/26 marketing year. They cover the latest global supply and demand dynamics, including record global rice production and rising use in key markets. The discussion highlights USDA’s projection for lower U.S. rice exports and competition from South American suppliers, as well as trends in rice prices and trade policy developments. Grab your coffee and join us for an in-depth update on the global rice market and what it means for U.S. producers.
Grab your coffee and join us for a timely and thought-provoking conversation!

Ep. 46 Analyzing the upside and downside risk in PRF policy selection: Timing mismatch
In this episode of Morning Coffee and Ag Markets, Hunter is joined by Walker Davis, a graduate student at the University of Arkansas, for an insightful discussion on the complexities of Pasture, Rangeland, and Forage (PRF) insurance policy selection. Together, they dive into Walker’s ongoing research titled “Analyzing the Upside and Downside Risk in PRF Policy Selection: Timing Mismatch.”
Tune in as they break down how timing mismatches between rainfall indices and forage production can significantly impact risk exposure and policy effectiveness. Whether you’re a producer, policymaker, or student of agricultural economics, this conversation offers valuable perspectives on navigating PRF decisions in a changing climate and market landscape.
Grab your coffee and join us for a timely and thought-provoking conversation!
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