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Institutions
About Us
About the Rice Committee
The Rice Committee is established to ensure a constant and steady supply of rice in Liberia, enhance local production, and support the participation of Liberians in the importation and distribution of rice.
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Formulate policies for rice supply and distribution.
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Encourage local participation in the rice trade.
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Maintain a database on rice imports, exports, and pricing.
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Reactivate and manage the Rice Stabilization Fund.
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Develop strategies for increasing local rice production.
Chairman
Ambassador Charles A. Minor
we provide
Regulating Agricultural Services in Liberia
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133kg+
Liberia's annual per capita rice consumption (highest in Africa).
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70k+
Of farming families rely on traditional slash-and-burn techniques.
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<1%
Of irrigable land is under irrigation (potential for higher yield)
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480K MT
Annual demand for milled rice, met mostly through imports.
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$200M
Annual demand for milled rice, met mostly through imports.
Our Team
Our Leadership
Ambassador Charles A. Minor
Chairman
Mr. David K. Vinton
Executive
Saint. Jerome Larbelee
Head of Secretariat
Ministries of Agriculture
Member
Commerce
Member
Finance
Member
Liberia Bankers' Association
Member
Rural Women Organization
Member
Liberia Business Association
Member
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Challenges & Opportunities in Rice Importation
Rice is a staple food for millions of people worldwide, and for many countries, importation is necessary to meet local demand. However, rice importation comes with both challenges and opportunities that impact economies, food security, and local production.