Liberia Rice Committee

15 DEC

Saint. Jerome Larbelee

Saint Jerome Larbelee is the Former Deputy Defense Minister for Operations of Liberia and Current Head of Secretariate of the Rice Committee.

1 DEC

The Role of Bees and Other Insects in Rice Production

While rice is primarily self-pollinated, bees and other insects still play an important role in maintaining a healthy rice ecosystem. These insects contribute to biodiversity, pest control, and overall crop health, which can indirectly enhance rice yields and sustainability.

15 DEC

RICE COMMITTEE VISITS RICE STORAGE FACILITIES

The Rice Committee, particularly members of the Sub-Committee on Logistics, Storage Facilities & Local Transportation visited all storage facilities of the six main importers of rice in and near the Free Port of Monrovia on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. All member of the full Committee were welcome and the event was well attended. Starting at the Head Office of the National Port Authority in the Freeport, the Committee members, including Chairman Charles Minor, the Deputy Minister for Commerce and Trade of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Minister Wilmot A. Reeves and Fouta Corporation's Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director Alhaji Hamidou Gnan, walked and bused their way from warehouse to warehouse until they had visited all the warehouses with rice.

15 DEC

An Overview of Markets, Trade, and Policy in the Rice Industry

The rice industry is a vital component of global food security, with millions of people relying on rice as a staple food. The industry is shaped by market dynamics, international trade, and government policies, all of which influence production, pricing, and distribution.