Government officials have confirmed that the United States and China have agreed on a phytosanitary protocol that will finally open the door for U.S. milled rice to be exported to this important market. This is a major announcement for the U.S. and Arkansas rice industry. Brandy Carroll, assistant director of commodity activities and market information for Arkansas Farm Bureau, discusses its significance.

Brandy Carroll
Assistant Director, Commodity Activities and Market Information
Arkansas Farm Bureau