SO YEAH…Rice is a big deal. Especially around the state of Arkansas! It is really funny because growing up in the “duck and RICE capitol of the world” I knew Rice was really important to my state and community. However, it wasn’t until recently that I realized how big of a deal it was on a national level.
Since May I have been working with Arkansas Rice and I have been learning a lot about the agriculture industry. One of the best stories however, comes from my friend Kenzie who is like the biggest Rice supporter ever. She is from Colorado and we became the best of friends last year at TCU. She has a food allergy and one day she was telling me about how much she has loved rice ever since a young age because it was one of the few things she could eat and not get sick. Turns out her favorite brand is Riceland Rice, which is headquartered right in Stuttgart, AR, where I grew up! Such a small, crazy, fun world! Food allergies were never something that crossed my mind when thinking about Rice.
Growing up I would always request mashed potatoes at family dinner and my grandfather would kindly let me know that potatoes were not an option, we needed to have a rice dish because, “boy this is a house that rice built.” That will always stick in my mind because rice has been a huge part of my family ever since I can remember! Many people, certainly in the state of Arkansas, can relate to this! For me, Arkansas Rice is healthy and, especially lately, I find some way each day that rice has inevitably impacted my life! #WhyILoveARRice I am learning each day to be more and more grateful for Arkansas Rice!
I am constantly surprised by all the fun facts pertaining to Rice. To learn more and further educate yourself like I have been doing, I suggest you follow @ArkansasRice on social media. We use Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram the most. Not only am I one of the people running these accounts, but I also just think it is a great way to learn more about this crop that is so impactful.
I never imagined or saw myself working in this type of industry where we talk about farming and harvest and RICE every day. However, I must tell you it is pretty fun! I believe I am enjoying it more than I realized because I am learning different things every single day! Moral of the story, I am thankful for Arkansas Rice not just this month because it is Rice Month, but always because it is part of the “house/community that built me”. There is only one week left in Rice Month, however, I am always thankful for Arkansas Rice!
PS- Comment or find some way to tell me why you love Arkansas Rice and I will possibly share on social media AND/OR enter you in our Rice Month giveaway. YAY!
HAPPY RICE MONTH 2018!
Yours Truly,
Southern and Thankful
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