California Rice Certification Act

AB 2622 Legislation

Read the legislation that established the AB 2622 Committee.

Available on the Legislative Counsel website.

PEW Institute on Food and Biotechnology

"Tending Fields: State & Federal Roles in Oversight of Genetically Modified Crops"
December 2004

The PEW report illustrates how different states are addressing major issues concerning state oversight of biotech crops and foods. A portion of the report focuses on the California rice industry's management of potential risks and benefits associated with biotechnology crops.

Read about the California Rice Certification Act in the PEW report:

Rice panicles

Featured Industry Documents

Calrice Blog

California Rice Blog

Follow the blog of a California family rice farmer! One of our featured bloggers, Sean Doherty is a 3rd generation rice farmer living out his dream, being a rice farmer in Dunnigan.
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California Rice Facts
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California Rice Facts

Did you know that California rice is in demand all over the world? Family farmers in the Golden State produce more than four billion pounds of rice every year, providing a consistent supply of high quality rice that’s perfect for sushi and many other dishes.