See You in Little Rock!

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<h1>See You in Little Rock!</h1>

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<p><br>We’re looking forward to the 2024 Rice Outlook Conference on Dec. 8-10, at the Little Rock Marriott in Little Rock, Arkansas.</p>

<p>It’s our industry’s premier event, bringing together farmers, millers, merchants, agri-businesses, government agencies, end-users, suppliers, and academics to network, participate in educational programming, and plan for the coming crop year.</p>

<p><strong>The Horizon Ag team will be in booth #4 in the tradeshow, and we look forward to seeing all our growers and industry friends there.</strong> It’s a great time to learn about what’s new for next year, including:</p>

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<li><p><strong>CLM05:</strong> A medium grain Clearfield® variety developed in the University of Arkansas rice breeding program that will be available from Horizon Ag seed retailers for 2025. In multi-year testing, CLM05 has proven to consistently outperform popular commercial medium grain varieties like CLM04 and Jupiter in grain yield, disease resistance and lodging resistance.</p></li>

<li><p><strong>CLHA03:</strong> The latest high-amylose Clearfield variety from the LSU AgCenter rice breeding program. CLHA03 is a “win/win” for U.S. rice, meeting the unique cooking quality desired by Latin American customers while still providing good yield potential for growers.</p></li>
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<h2>Rice Industry Awards</h2>
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<div style="width:560px;"><p style="font-size: 12px;"><em>Jeremy Jones, with Isbell Farms in Lonoke County, Arkansas, was the 2023 Rice Farmer of the Year. Here he receives the award from Horizon Ag CEO Dr. Tim Walker.</em></p></div>

<p>Horizon Ag is happy to again sponsor the annual Rice Farming magazine Rice Industry Awards, which recognize persons whose actions have made a difference on their farms and in their businesses, who have given of their time, efforts and resources to strengthen our industry.</p>

<p>Awards bestowed at the luncheon at the Outlook Conference include:

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<li><p><strong>The Rice Industry Award:</strong> Celebrating the person who has proven to be innovative in his or her role in this industry.</p></li>

<li><p><strong>The Lifetime Achievement Award:</strong> Recognizing the person who has dedicated his or her life to the viability of the U.S. rice industry.</p></li>

<li><p><strong>The Rice Farmer of the Year Award:</strong> Given to a farmer who has shown determination, innovation or dedication to growing the crop.</p></li></ul></p>


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<h2>Updated for 2025</h2>

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<p>The Horizon Ag Productivity App is available in <a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/horizon-ag/id1614880264" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: none; color: #70b543;"><strong>the App Store</strong></a> or <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.horizonag.app" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: none; color: #70b543;"><strong>Google Play.</strong></a></p>

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We’re looking forward to the 2024 Rice Outlook Conference on Dec. 8-10, at the Little Rock Marriott in Little Rock, Arkansas.

PVL03 Identified as Low Glycemic Variety

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<h1>PVL03 Identified as Low Glycemic Variety</h1>

<p>Thanks to a collaborative effort with Supreme Rice, the Louisiana State University (LSU) AgCenter recently learned that Horizon Ag Provisia variety PVL03, has a low glycemic index (GI).</p>
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<p>PVL03 is the most popular rice variety in Louisiana, accounting for more than 30% of the state’s nearly 470,000 rice acres in 2024.</p>
<p>This finding could help put low-GI rice in the hands of more consumers and allow more farmers access to higher-yielding, low-GI varieties.</p>
<p>Rice with a lower glycemic index won’t spike blood sugar levels as quickly as other rice varieties with a higher glycemic index. It can be a better choice for people with health conditions such as diabetes.</p>
<p>The glycemic index is measured on a scale of 0 to 100, with most rice considered to be in the 70s. The results of the recent screening revealed that the variety Frontière and PVL03 have essentially identical scores and were the only two varieties tested that were in the low-GI classification.</p>
<p>PVL03 has been widely adopted throughout Louisiana’s rice-producing parishes and the rest of the Delta since its release by Horizon Ag in 2021. PVL03 has high yield potential, strong disease resistance and excellent grain quality.</p>
<p>The variety is part of the Provisia Rice system, which allows growers improved options to control grass weeds in their crop, including herbicide-resistant weedy rice.</p>

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Thanks to a collaborative effort with Supreme Rice, the Louisiana State University (LSU) AgCenter recently learned that Horizon Ag Provisia variety PVL03, has a low glycemic index (GI).

Thank You!

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<h1>Thank You!</h1>

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<p>With the rice harvest complete except for ratoon crop cutting in the Coastal Region, we want to take the opportunity to thank you for your trust, partnership and business this past season.</p>

<p>Demand for rice seed was high last winter, and we were proud to rise to the challenge, supplying more rice growers with varieties offering excellent yield and milling quality potential.</p>

<p>Horizon Ag would not be in business without our farmer customers and the support of our seed retail, university and industry partners. We value those relationships and remain committed to working together for the sustainability of the U.S. Rice industry.</p>

<p>That commitment is why we launched a new partnership with the Louisiana State University AgCenter last year, creating an innovative rice breeding program that aims to develop new varieties that will benefit the rice-producing areas in the southern United States, and invested in a new rice breeder who will lead that effort.</p>

<p>It’s also why we created a new Grower Advisory Board, made up of both customers and non-customers, to help us better understand and stay current with the challenges facing rice growers and our industry.</p>

<p>Looking ahead to next season, please know that we are ready to do it all again, working with you to make the right decisions to meet the challenges that 2025 will bring.</p>

<p>We have done our best to anticipate your planting needs and interest in leading Clearfield® varieties like CLL18, CLL19, CLL16 and Provisia® varieties PVL03 and PVL04.</p>

<p>Because at Horizon Ag, it’s not about selling more seed. It’s about making farmers in Rice Country more successful.</p>

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<h2>Horizon Ag Grower Advisory Board</h2>
    <p style="margin: 0;">We extend our sincere thanks to the members of our Grower Advisory Board for a successful inaugural meeting last week. We appreciate their valuable insights, openness, and dedication to advancing solutions for growers and the U.S. rice industry.</p>
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<h2>Low, Fixed-Rate Financing</h2>

<p>Horizon Ag, partnering with BASF and John Deere Financial, is proud to offer rice growers fixed financing on Horizon Ag Clearfield and Provisia seed for the 2025 season.</p>

<p>Farmers can secure a <strong>fixed 1.99% financing rate</strong> incentive on Clearfield and Provisia rice seed and select BASF products until Mar. 15, 2025. The financing rate increases to 4.99% on purchases from Mar. 16 until Sept. 30, 2025.</p>

<p>Terms and conditions apply. For full details, <a target="_blank" href="https://horizonseed.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7f6fb04a3ef6f1b63e4ec7f07&id=50779d5da0&e=f7a222d9cc" style="text-decoration: none; color: #70b543;"><strong>see BASF Finance Program</strong></a> or contact your local BASF Authorized Retailer or Horizon Ag Authorized Retailer.</p>

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<h2>2025 Variety Guide Coming Soon</h2>
    <p style="margin: 0;">Our 2025 Variety Guide will be going into the mail soon and provide details on new varieties like CLM05, a higher-yielding medium grain seed line, and CLHA03, a top-performing high amylose variety. The Guide also has the latest information and updates on proven, elite Clearfield varieties like CLL18, CLL19, CLL16 and Provisia varieties PVL03 and PVL04.</p>
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With the rice harvest complete except for ratoon crop cutting in the Coastal Region, we want to take the opportunity to thank you for your trust, partnership and business this past season. 

PVL04 Performance Impressive in First Year

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<h1>PVL04 Performance Impressive in First Year</h1>

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<p>Based on the performance of <a href="https://prismic-nextjs-horizon-ag-nine.vercel.app/variety/pvl04" style="text-decoration: none; color: #70b543;"><strong>PVL04</strong></a> in its inaugural season of planting, we’re anticipating seeing even more demand for this variety in 2025.</p>

<p>First, PVL04 proved to be a solid performer with yields consistently in the 180- to 190-bushel range and higher yields reported in some fields, particularly in the North Delta.</p>

<p>Second, the Provisia® Rice System continues to show it is an effective weed management system, resulting in some of the cleanest rice fields throughout the region.</p>

<p>Finally, with its performance potential, it’s a good time for farmers to consider adding PVL04 and the Provisia Rice System to their operations to prevent the development and spreading of ALS-resistant weedy rice, and to control grasses and extend the life of both the Provisia Rice System and the Clearfield® Production System for rice.</p>

<p>“A lot of farmers in Southwest Louisiana had to shift to the Provisia system because that was the only way they could bring fields that were overrun with weedy rice back into profitable production,” says Horizon Ag CEO Dr. Tim Walker. “But its adoption in the North Delta, except for some weedy rice problem areas, has been slower. PVL04 may change that. Growers can start to use PVL04 and Provisia rice as a regular part of their stewardship rotation and protect both technologies.”</p>

<p>PVL04 is the first Provisia Rice System variety developed by the University of Arkansas breeding program. Multi-state tests show that it performs similarly to PVL03 in the Coastal Region and better in the Northern Delta Region.</p>

<p>It contains the Pi-ks and Pi-ta blast-resistant genes and has shown very good straw strength. PVL04 matures about two days later than PVL03 and, like PVL03, it has excellent package quality.</p>

<p>“We’ve gotten reports from farmers in Arkansas, Mississippi and other states saying PVL04 exceeded their expectations,” says Walker. “We’re already getting orders for this variety this fall. We’ve also got a lot of experience with Provisia rice and now understand how to best manage Horizon Ag Provisia varieties to boost performance potential.”</p>

<p>Growers wanting more information about PVL04 should <a href="https://prismic-nextjs-horizon-ag-nine.vercel.app/contact" style="text-decoration: none; color: #70b543;"><strong>contact their Horizon Ag District Field Representative</strong></a> or <a href="https://prismic-nextjs-horizon-ag-nine.vercel.app/retailers" style="text-decoration: none; color: #70b543;"><strong>Horizon Ag seed retailer.</strong></a></p>

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<h2>Low, Fixed-Rate Financing</h2>

<p>Horizon Ag, partnering with BASF and John Deere Financial, is proud to offer rice growers fixed financing on Horizon Ag Clearfield and Provisia seed for the 2025 season.</p>

<p>Farmers can secure a <strong>fixed 1.99% financing rate</strong> incentive on Clearfield and Provisia rice seed and select BASF products until Mar. 15, 2025. The financing rate increases to 4.99% on purchases from Mar. 16 until Sept. 30, 2025.</p>

<p>Terms and conditions apply. For full details, <a target="_blank" href="https://horizonseed.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7f6fb04a3ef6f1b63e4ec7f07&id=50779d5da0&e=f7a222d9cc" style="text-decoration: none; color: #70b543;"><strong>see BASF Finance Program</strong></a> or contact your local BASF Authorized Retailer or Horizon Ag Authorized Retailer.</p>

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Based on the performance of PVL04 in its inaugural season of planting, we’re anticipating seeing even more demand for this variety in 2025.

Fixed Financing on Seed From Horizon Ag

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<h1>Fixed Financing on Seed From Horizon Ag</h1>

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<p>Faced with another year of challenging commodity prices and high costs, growers need an edge when it comes to their seed purchases and other input costs.</p>

<p>That’s why Horizon Ag, partnering with BASF and John Deere Financial, is proud to offer rice growers fixed financing on Horizon Ag Clearfield and Provisia seed for the 2025 season.</p>

<p>Farmers can order early to secure a fixed 1.99% financing rate incentive on Clearfield and Provisia rice seed and select BASF products until Mar. 15, 2025. The financing rate increases to 4.99% on purchases from Mar. 16 until Sept. 30, 2025.</p>

<p>“Although there appears to be some relief on the horizon, growers this season are still facing high interest rates, which increases the cost of borrowing money, and can limit their profit potential,” says Horizon Ag CEO Dr. Tim Walker. “Offering low fixed rate financing for our top-yielding varieties is our way of showing we are standing with growers, not just by providing high-yielding varieties, but also helping them manage their financing in 2025.”</p>

<p>Eligible products include all of the Horizon Ag Clearfield varieties, including CLL18, CLL19, and CLL16, and Provisia varieties PVL03 and PVL04. Also included are new varieties this season, CLM05 and CLHA03, as well as select BASF products for rice.</p>

<p>Products may be purchased at different times from one or multiple Horizon Ag Authorized Retailers, using their Multi-Use Account from John Deere Financial. Terms and conditions apply.</p>

<p>For full details, see BASF Finance Program or contact your local BASF Authorized Retailer or Horizon Ag Authorized Retailer.</p>

<p>More information is available at the BASF info page.</p>
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<h2>Harvest Photobook:</h2>

<p>With the rice harvest winding down (unless you are about to harvest a ratoon crop), we wanted to share some end-of-season photos with you.</p>

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Faced with another year of challenging commodity prices and high costs, growers need an edge when it comes to their seed purchases and other input costs.

That’s why Horizon Ag, partnering with BASF and John Deere Financial, is proud to offer rice growers fixed financing on Horizon Ag Clearfield and Provisia seed for the 2025 season.

New CLM05 Available for 2025 Season

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<h1>New CLM05 Available for 2025 Season</h1>

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<div style="width:560px;"><p style="font-size: 12px;"><em>New CLM05, a higher yield potential medium grain Clearfield variety, will be available for planting in 2025.</em></p></div>

<p>Southern rice farmers will have a new, higher-yielding Clearfield<span class="super">®</span> medium grain variety available for planting next season. New CLM05, developed in the University of Arkansas rice breeding program, will be available from Horizon Ag seed retailers for 2025.</p>
    <p>“We are very excited about the yield potential this new medium grain cultivar brings to the market,” says Dr. Tim Walker, Horizon Ag CEO. “In multi-year testing in the region, it has proven to consistently outperform popular commercial medium grain varieties like CLM04 and Jupiter in grain yield, disease resistance and lodging resistance. And as a Clearfield system variety, <strong><a target="_blank" href="https://www.horizonseed.com/variety/clm05" style="color: #70b543;">CLM05</a></strong> offers tremendous value by providing growers with excellent grass and red rice control.”</p>
    <p>The release of CLM05 was one of the hot topics at the recent Horizon Ag Arkansas Field Day in Harrisburg, an area of the state where medium grain rice is planted on a significant acreage each year. The new Clearfield line is expected to build on the success of Horizon Ag’s CLM04 variety while also keeping up with the highest-yielding conventional medium-grain types.</p>
    <p>“This is an opportunity for a significant yield bump on the Clearfield medium grain side,” said Dr. Jarrod Hardke, Arkansas Extension rice agronomist, speaking at the Horizon Ag field day. “Its yield potential is considerably better than CLM04’s performance has been the past couple of years. There’s a fair amount of excitement about CLM05. We are getting a new, solid player for the Clearfield medium grain market.”</p>

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<h2>Higher Yield Potential</h2>

<p>CLM05 averaged 192 bushels per acre over two years in statewide trials before this season, while also providing excellent grain quality. It has a similar disease package to <strong><a target="_blank" href="https://www.horizonseed.com/variety/clm04" style="color: #70b543;">CLM04</a></strong>, including improved blast resistance compared to Jupiter.</p>
    <p>With each new variety, Horizon raises the bar for yield potential. In pre-commercial trials in Arkansas and Louisiana, CLM05 yielded right with our best-in-class Clearfield varieties <strong><a target="_blank" href="https://www.horizonseed.com/variety/cll16" style="color: #70b543;">CLL16</a></strong> and <strong><a target="_blank" href="https://www.horizonseed.com/variety/cll18" style="color: #70b543;">CLL18</a></strong>. Just as important, in a medium grain market dominated by conventional varieties, CLM05 provides superior grass and red rice control while providing excellent yield potential.</p>
    <p>CLM05 is susceptible to sheath blight and leaf blast. It is moderately susceptible to neck blast, bacterial panicle blight and false smut. The new variety is moderately resistant to narrow brown leaf spot.</p>
    <p>The maturity days to 50% heading is 90 days, which is similar to other popular varieties. The plant’s height averaged about 35 inches during testing, about 2 inches taller than Jupiter but 3 inches shorter than CLM04. CLM05 provides improved lodging resistance over both Jupiter and CLM04.</p>

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Southern rice farmers will have a new, higher-yielding Clearfield®medium grain variety available for planting next season. New CLM05, developed in the University of Arkansas rice breeding program, will be available from Horizon Ag seed retailers for 2025.

Press Release: New CLM05 Available for 2025 Season

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<h1>New CLM05 Available for 2025 Season</h1>
<p><em><strong>Medium grain variety from Horizon Ag provides a boost in yield potential.</strong></em><br><br></p>

<a href="https://images.prismic.io/horizon-ag/Zvsc3LVsGrYSwLGG_CLM05_release.jpg" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust:none;-ms-text-size-adjust:none;mso-line-height-rule:exactly;text-decoration:underline;color:#236192;font-size:18px" target="_blank"><img alt="New CLM05, a higher yield potential medium grain Clearfield variety, will be available for planting in 2025." class="adapt-img" src="https://images.prismic.io/horizon-ag/Zvsc3LVsGrYSwLGG_CLM05_release.jpg?auto=format,compress" style="display:block;border:0;outline:none;text-decoration:none;-ms-interpolation-mode:bicubic;width:100%;height:auto;max-width:560px !important" title="New CLM05, a higher yield potential medium grain Clearfield variety, will be available for planting in 2025." width="560" /></a>

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planting in 2025.</em></p></div>

<p>MEMPHIS, Tenn. (Sept. 24, 2024) - Southern rice farmers will have a new, higher-yielding Clearfield<sup>®</sup> medium grain variety available for planting next season.</p>
<p>New CLM05, developed in the University of Arkansas rice breeding program, will be available from Horizon Ag seed retailers for 2025.</p>
<p>“We are very excited about the yield potential this new medium grain cultivar brings to the market,” says Dr. Tim Walker, Horizon Ag CEO. “In multi-year testing in the region, it has proven to consistently outperform popular commercial medium grain varieties like CLM04 and Jupiter in grain yield, disease resistance and lodging resistance. And as a Clearfield system variety, CLM05 offers tremendous value by providing growers with excellent grass and red rice control.”</p>
<p>The release of CLM05 was one of the hot topics at the recent Horizon Ag Arkansas Field Day in Harrisburg, an area of the state where medium grain rice is planted on a significant acreage each year.</p>
<p>The new Clearfield line is expected to build on the success of Horizon Ag’s CLM04 variety while also keeping up with the highest-yielding conventional medium-grain types.</p>
<p>“This is an opportunity for a significant yield bump on the Clearfield medium grain side,” said Dr. Jarrod Hardke, Arkansas Extension rice agronomist, speaking at the Horizon Ag field day. “Its yield potential is considerably better than CLM04’s performance has been the past couple of years. There’s a
fair amount of excitement about CLM05. We are getting a new, solid player for the Clearfield medium grain market.”</p>
<p>CLM05 averaged 192 bushels per acre over two years in statewide trials before this season, while also providing excellent grain quality. It has a similar disease package to CLM04, including improved blast resistance compared to Jupiter.</p>
<p>“Horizon Ag is very excited to bring CLM05, the next-generation medium grain rice, to our farmer customers,” says Dr. Walker. “With each new variety, Horizon raises the bar for yield potential. In precommercial trials in Arkansas and Louisiana, CLM05 yielded right with our best-in-class Clearfield
varieties CLL16 and CLL18. Just as important, in a medium grain market dominated by conventional varieties, CLM05 provides superior grass and red rice control while providing excellent yield potential.”</p>
<p>CLM05 is susceptible to sheath blight and leaf blast. It is moderately susceptible to neck blast, bacterial panicle blight and false smut. The new variety is moderately resistant to narrow brown leaf spot.</p>
<p>The maturity days to 50% heading is 90 days, which is similar to other popular varieties. The plant’s height averaged about 35 inches during testing, about 2 inches taller than Jupiter but 3 inches shorter than CLM04. CLM05 provides improved lodging resistance over both Jupiter and CLM04.</p>
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Francine Leaves Her Mark on Rice Across South

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<h1>Francine Leaves Her Mark on Rice Across South</h1>
<p>September 19, 2024<br><br></p>

<a href="https://www.nesdis.noaa.gov/news/hurricane-francine-slams-northern-gulf-coast" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust:none;-ms-text-size-adjust:none;mso-line-height-rule:exactly;text-decoration:underline;color:#236192;font-size:18px" target="_blank"><img alt="NOAA image of Hurricane Francine." class="adapt-img" src="https://mcusercontent.com/7f6fb04a3ef6f1b63e4ec7f07/images/c9236035-1c9c-2ec5-4ea6-a407d3e86ad2.jpg" style="display:block;border:0;outline:none;text-decoration:none;-ms-interpolation-mode:bicubic;width:100%;height:auto;max-width:560px !important" title="NOAA image of Hurricane Francine." width="560" /></a>

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<h2><strong>North Central Arkansas</strong></h2>
<p>Harvest has come to an abrupt halt thanks to Hurricane Francine. Most of the upper delta has received rain every day since last Thursday, which has resulted in rainfall totals around 4-6 inches depending on location, with some outlying areas receiving above 7 inches.</p>

<p>Although we are just mid-way through September, several growers feel as if they are falling behind, but many are exponentially further along than is typical. Growers harvested around the clock leading up to Hurricane Francine and were able to get more acres harvested than expected. To date, we are approximately 70% harvested in my territory. The remaining acres to be harvested will have some areas that are lodged but, overall, the wind was not as severe as predicted.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://horizonseed.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7f6fb04a3ef6f1b63e4ec7f07&id=abea749d2e&e=f7a222d9cc" target="_blank">CLL18</a></strong> and <strong><a href="https://horizonseed.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7f6fb04a3ef6f1b63e4ec7f07&id=5aefc5fd84&e=f7a222d9cc" target="_blank">CLL16</a></strong> have continued to yield in the 190-200 bushel/acre range, and due to the excellent stalk strength of those varieties, they appear to have been less affected by Hurricane Francine. Rice yields overall have been above average to excellent at this point, but the milling has suffered substantially in some instances.</p>

<p>Our newer premier varieties have continued to perform well, with <strong><a href="https://horizonseed.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7f6fb04a3ef6f1b63e4ec7f07&id=dd8bdb2827&e=f7a222d9cc" target="_blank">CLL19</a></strong> staying in the 180 bushel/acre range. CLL16 has outperformed expectations and is yielding above the 190 bushel/acre benchmark, but CLL18 continues to be the highest-performing variety we offer with yield reports above the 210 bushel/acre mark.</p>

<p>There have been some instances where the CLL18 did not perform well, but after inspecting the field and investigating the agronomic history, it was determined that both sheath blight and neck blast were present in the field due to no fungicide being applied. Harvest should resume later this week and only time will tell how the yields and milling will be affected.</p>

<p>There are still some fields that are waiting to reach maturity and be drained, but they make up less than 2% of the acres in the upper delta. As always, if you have any questions, concerns or comments please do not hesitate to contact us. We look forward to a safe and bountiful harvest. God Bless all of you.</p>

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<h2><strong>Grand Prairie And South Arkansas</strong></h2>
<p>Harvest was well underway for most of the territory until Francine came to town and put a halt on progress throughout the rice-growing regions in the Southeast and Coastal regions.</p>

<p>I estimate my territory to be around 60% harvested at this point. Some growers have finished harvesting around the Grand Prairie and there are some in far south Arkansas that have only been harvesting for about a week.</p>

<p>Yield reports have been strong this season so far. I have had reports from the Grand Prairie and south Arkansas on <strong><a href="https://horizonseed.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7f6fb04a3ef6f1b63e4ec7f07&id=abea749d2e&e=f7a222d9cc" target="_blank">CLL18</a></strong> that have been consistently in the 190-200+ dry bushel/acre range. <strong><a href="https://horizonseed.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7f6fb04a3ef6f1b63e4ec7f07&id=dd8bdb2827&e=f7a222d9cc" target="_blank">CLL19</a></strong> reports have been 180-190 bushel/acre range. <strong><a href="https://horizonseed.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7f6fb04a3ef6f1b63e4ec7f07&id=392d5ca136&e=f7a222d9cc" target="_blank">PVL04</a></strong> reports have been in the 170-210 bushel/acre range. <strong><a href="https://horizonseed.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7f6fb04a3ef6f1b63e4ec7f07&id=5aefc5fd84&e=f7a222d9cc" target="_blank">CLL16</a></strong> also has been performing well this season, with results coming in at the upper end of its yield potential. I have heard that milling yields have not been where growers and millers wanted them or thought they would be.</p>

<p>Before Francine, harvesting activity had been fast and furious, and we hope that it dries out quickly and growers can get back to harvesting. But Francine has added to the amount of down rice that growers have, and progress will be much slower now. It is still raining as of this writing (9/16), and I honestly thought the remnants of Francine would have moved out by now. Rain totals range from 3-7 inches across my territory. Hopefully, growers can get back in the field mid-week and get the rest of the rice out.</p>

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Harvest has come to an abrupt halt thanks to Hurricane Francine. Most of the upper delta has received rain every day since last Thursday, which has resulted in rainfall totals around 4-6 inches depending on location, with some outlying areas receiving above 7 inches.

Rice Harvest in Full Gear in Upper Delta

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<h1>Rice Harvest in Full Gear in Upper Delta</h1>
<p>September 5, 2024<br><br></p>

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<h2><strong>Northeast Arkansas and Missouri</strong></h2>
<p>Harvest is fully underway in the Upper Delta. Growers began sampling and harvesting fields around Aug. 19, and there has been a steady increase in activity since that time. Many of the growers I have spoken with say this is the earliest they can remember starting rice harvest. The weather was ideal throughout August and allowed for a good start to the season. The dry weather and low humidity kept the heavy dews at bay, allowing growers to get started earlier in the day.</p>

<p>A cool front brought some rain over Labor Day weekend that stalled harvest, but the cooler temperatures were a welcomed relief from the blistering heat. With rain forecasted for Sept. 14 and Sept. 15, I am not sure how much will get cut during this first week of September. However, after these rain chances, the forecast does provide optimism for continuing what has been a smooth harvest thus far.</p>

<p>The early planted crop is paying off, with yield reports from good to very good for CLL16, CLL18 and CLL19. I have heard many yields in the 190-200 bushels-per-acre range with several reports north of 200 bushels.</p>

<p>With only a limited number of fields harvested, both PVL04 and PVL03 are doing well and cutting in the 170-180 bushels-per-acre range. Crop harvest moisture has been 16% or higher on most acres, although I have heard of a couple of fields that harvested drier than expected, between 13% and 15%.</p>

<p>My counterpart, William Hutchens, who covers from I-40 south in Arkansas, says yields there have been good. He estimates his territory is around 40% harvested as a whole, with the Grand Prairie region leading the way. He said that although most of the crop has been drained or is draining, there will be a small percentage of later planted rice that will be drained throughout the first half of September.</p>

<p>I wish everyone a continued safe and bountiful harvest. Please let me know if I can be of any help.</p>

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<h2><strong>Mississippi</strong></h2>
<p>Rice harvest is pretty much wide open here in the Mississippi Delta. You can’t turn the corner without seeing a combine running.</p>

<p>I have had some yield reports coming in and CLL19 is looking like a strong performer this year. The yields I have heard about for CLL19 are averaging around 180-190 bushels per acre.</p>

<p>A key characteristic of CLL19 is that farmers like how short the plant is. This means you are not leaving a lot of stalk residue in the field, which should help with field preparations for next year. Although CLL19 is looking really good, CLL18 is still a top-yield contender. Some yield reports have come in saying CLL18 was consistently yielding 200+ bushels per acre.</p>

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<div style="width:560px;"><p style="font-size: 12px;"><em>CLL18 being cut on Canon Farms in Tunica County, Mississippi.</em></p></div>

<p>We have had some great early harvest weather, so far, other than a big thunderstorm that came through south Bolivar County on Aug, 18 and a wet Labor Day weekend. Let’s hope we can get another stretch of dry weather so we can get this crop out in a timely and efficient manner.</p>

<p>As always if you have any questions, please feel free to call me. Let’s have a great harvest.</p>

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<h2><strong><em>National Rice Month</strong></em></h2>
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    <p><br>Horizon Ag is proud to support U.S. rice farmers and to be part of this great industry as we celebrate <strong>National Rice Month</strong> throughout September. Here are some interesting facts* to share with your non-farmer friends:</p>
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            <p style="color:#003863;">The U.S. rice industry produces 20 billion pounds of rice annually.</p>
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            <p style="color:#003863;">There are 5,563 rice farmers throughout the country that grow rice across 2.8 million acres.</p>
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            <p style="color:#003863;">Most of the farming is done by family farms across six major rice-producing states of Arkansas, California, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, and Texas.</p>
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        <li style="color:#78BE20;">
            <p style="color:#003863;">80 percent of all the rice consumed in the U.S. is grown in the U.S.</p>
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        <li style="color:#78BE20;">
            <p style="color:#003863;">The average American consumes 27 pounds of rice a year.</p>
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        <li style="color:#78BE20;">
            <p style="color:#003863;">U.S.-grown rice is naturally gluten-free and the least allergenic of all the grains.</p>
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           <p style="color:#003863;">A serving of U.S.-grown rice delivers over 15 vitamins and minerals.</p>
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            <p style="color:#003863;">On average, each rice farm contributes $1 million to their local economy.</p>
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            <p style="color:#003863;">The U.S. rice industry contributes more than $34 billion to the U.S. economy annually and provides jobs for more than 125,000 people in the U.S.</p>
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            <p style="color:#003863;">The U.S. is the 5th largest rice exporter in the world and the largest rice exporter outside of Asia.</p>
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            <p style="color:#003863;">Each year the U.S. rice industry distributes 40 million pounds of rice to combat food insecurity.</p>
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Harvest is fully underway in the Upper Delta. Growers began sampling and harvesting fields around Aug. 19, and there has been a steady increase in activity since that time. Many of the growers I have spoken with say this is the earliest they can remember starting rice harvest.

Harvest Finishing in Deep South, Gaining Momentum in North Delta

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<h1>Harvest Finishing in Deep South, Gaining Momentum in North Delta</h1>
<p>August 22, 2024<br><br></p>

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<div style="width:560px;"><p style="font-size: 12px;"><em>New CLL19 continues to be a strong performer this season.</em></p></div>

<h2><strong>South Louisiana</strong></h2>
<p>I estimate that the South Louisiana harvest is 80% complete, with the majority of the remaining acres located in the northern part of the region. Harvesting began the first week of July and really picked up the following week. Unfortunately, a wet weather pattern set in for about the next 10 days, and that, basically, put a stop to harvesting until the week of July 29. Harvest has progressed without any major stoppage since.</p>

<p>Early yields from the fields harvested before the rain were very good, but yields began to significantly drop by the week of Aug. 4. Disease pressure blew up after the wet period in July and I believe that this is the main culprit for the yield drop. Many of these fields had fungicide applied to them, and some of them actually had two applications.</p>

<p>Quality has been average to slightly above average but I expect that to drop as well with some of the later harvested rice. <a href="https://www.horizonseed.com/variety/pvl03" style="text-decoration: none; color: #70b543;"><strong>PVL03</strong></a> and <a href="https://www.horizonseed.com/variety/cll19" style="text-decoration: none; color: #70b543;"><strong>CLL19</strong></a> have shown to have some of the best milling this year so far, from reports that I have received.</p>

<p>On a positive note, the ratoon crop appears to be doing well. The crop from the first harvested rice got off to a good start and looks promising. I am even encouraged by some of the first fields that were cut after the rain. Even though the fields were cut up with ruts, the second crop still looks good in those fields.</p>

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<h2><strong>North Central Arkansas</strong></h2>
<p>Harvest is kicking off in the upper Delta region. There have been a few farmers who have already started cutting but the bulk of the upper Delta should get harvest started by the end of this week.</p>

<p>My counterpart in the Grand Prairie, William Hutchens, commented that had it not been for a recent rain event, the Prairie region would be wide open in rice harvest, but it appears it will be the middle of the week before they get started.</p>

<p>Harvesting in the middle of August is still early for rice in the upper Delta, as we normally do not get started until September. The extended forecast shows little to no chance of rain which should allow for a pretty smooth start to harvest. Any rice we can harvest in August due to an exceptional forecast will be a bonus for rice growers.</p>

<p>There have been a few yield reports trickling in but nothing substantial at this point. The yield reports I have heard on <a href="https://www.horizonseed.com/variety/cll18" style="text-decoration: none; color: #70b543;"><strong>CLL18</strong></a> and CLL19 have been very good, averaging above the 180 bu/acre mark.</p>

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<div style="width:560px;"><p style="font-size: 12px;"><em>CLL19 in Poinsett County Arkansas.</em></p></div>

<p>Truck lines are starting to appear lengthier and there are trucks parked overnight at a few grain facilities throughout Arkansas. While most of the rice is drained and ready for harvest, there is a small portion of the crop just starting to flower and set seed. By the end of this week, though, approximately 85% of the rice will have been drained. Even the later planted rice is going to be drained within the next 10 days.</p>

<p>In the last week, we have seen a rise in stink bug pressure on rice. We should have the majority of the acres matured, which will mitigate the risk of damage or yield reduction. However, some of the later fields have needed treatment against rice stink bugs.</p>

<p>Last, but certainly not least, I would like to thank all of our growers and industry personnel for coming out to the 2024 Horizon Ag field day at the new University of Arkansas NERREC station. The crowd was fantastic with over 130 people at the event, and there was a wonderful lineup of speakers from growers, university personnel, and members of Horizon’s staff who provided valuable insights on variety selection to crop performance we are seeing in the field. Thank you all so much because, without you, there is no Horizon Ag. As always, if you have any questions, concerns, or comments please do not hesitate to contact us. We look forward to a safe and bountiful harvest. God Bless all of you.</p>

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<h2><strong>Horizon Ag Arkansas Field Day</strong></h2>
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<p><br>It was great seeing the large crowd that turned out for the 2024 Horizon Ag Arkansas Field Day at the new University of Arkansas Northeast Rice Research and Extension Center in Harrisburg. Horizon Ag varieties were planted on a lot of acres in this region in 2024 and, overall, reports are promising for top varieties like CLL18, CLL19 and <a href="https://www.horizonseed.com/variety/cll16" style="text-decoration: none; color: #70b543;"><strong>CLL16</strong></a>.</p>

<p>“CLL18 is one of the varieties that really stands out, as far as inbred varieties for row rice,” said Missouri rice specialist Justin Chlapecka. “It looks pretty good in our research and in the field. CLL16 was our predominant Clearfield variety for row rice but we have a lot more CLL18 out there this year. It is a very pretty variety and has looked good on our rows. I think it will yield decent.”</p>

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<div style="width:560px;"><p style="font-size: 12px;"><em>Arkansas rice specialist Jarrod Hardke.</em></p></div>

<p>“We saw an acreage increase in CLL18 this year,” said Arkansas rice specialist Jarrod Hardke. “It has looked very, very good in the field. We’re waiting to get yield reports, but it seems to be going the way we expected,  with a higher yield potential compared to CLL16. CLL16 has looked good as well. It’s a standard, a solid performer, with broader spectrum blast resistance than CLL18. As for CLL19, I’m probably as excited about it as CLL18.  Even up here, it’s giving us what looks to be an extremely competitive yield potential.”</p>

<a target="_blank" href="https://uewvpb.stripocdn.email/content/guids/CABINET_1a3df603c947c4e74faa38fe00e558eb7c3a654ba28f6030bd6fc37826975344/images/darren_ar_field_day_560x287x1.jpg"><img class="adapt-img esdev-stretch-width" src="https://uewvpb.stripocdn.email/content/guids/CABINET_1a3df603c947c4e74faa38fe00e558eb7c3a654ba28f6030bd6fc37826975344/images/darren_ar_field_day_560x287x1.jpg" alt="Darren Walker at the Horizon Ag Arkansas Field Day." style="display: block !important; width: 100%; max-width: 560px !important; height: auto !important;" width="560" title="Darren Walker at the Horizon Ag Arkansas Field Day."></a>

<div style="width:560px;"><p style="font-size: 12px;"><em>Darren Walker at the Horizon Ag Arkansas Field Day.</em></p></div>

<p>Prairie County farmer Darren Walker said that although CLL16 was his top performer in 2021 and 2022, CLL18 became “the new king” in its first season of availability last year, yielding 208 bushels per acre over 132 acres.  With his harvest rapidly approaching this season, Walker is looking forward to seeing the performance of both CLL18 and CLL16 again, as well as CLL19. “We’re trying CLL19 this year and like what we are seeing,” he said. “It looks the part. I like its (semi-dwarf) stature. It has a big, showy head. Time will tell. It has its work cut out for it if it is going to surpass CLL18.”</p>

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Harvesting began the first week of July and really picked up the following week. Unfortunately, a wet weather pattern set in for about the next 10 days, and that, basically, put a stop to harvesting until the week of July 29.

Horizon Ag Arkansas Field Day Aug. 15 in Harrisburg

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<h1>You're Invited!</h1>
<h2>Horizon Ag Arkansas Field Day Aug. 15 in Harrisburg</h2>
<p>August 8, 2024<br><br></p>

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<div style="width:560px;"><p style="font-size: 12px;"><em>Attendees viewing plots at last year’s Horizon Ag Arkansas Field Day.</em></p></div>

<p>It’s a big year for rice acres in the South, and the annual Horizon Ag Arkansas Field Day is a great time to hear how high-yielding varieties like CLL18 and CLL16 are doing this season, along with promising new lines like PVL04 and CLL19.</p>

<p>It’s also a chance to find out about Clearfield® and Provisia® varieties in the pipeline, like CLM05, a high-yielding medium grain variety from the University of Arkansas breeding program that will be available for planting in 2025, and other developments important to rice producers in the region.</p>

<p><strong>The field day is set for August 15 at the Northeast Rice Research and Extension Center in Harrisburg, with registration beginning at 4:30 p.m.</strong></p>

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<div style="width:560px;"><p style="font-size: 12px;"><em>The new Northeast Rice Research and Extension Center in Harrisburg, Arkansas.</em></p></div>

<p>There will be presentations by Horizon Ag, DeValls Bluff grower Darren Walker and university rice specialists Jarrod Hardke from Arkansas and Justin Chlapecka from Missouri. There also will be opportunities to view Horizon Ag varieties in the field and a great dinner with friends in the industry.</p>

<p>“We have a lot of positives to talk about, in terms of what is happening in the field with our varieties, as well as our ongoing efforts in support of growers and the U.S. rice industry,” says Dr. Tim Walker, Horizon Ag CEO. “Demand for rice seed was high last winter and, for various reasons, some seed suppliers were short on inventory.   Horizon Ag rose to the challenge, supplying more rice growers with varieties offering excellent yield and milling quality potential. There’s a lot of CLL18, CLL19 and CLL16 planted this year, and these varieties are looking strong in many fields.”</p>

<a target="_blank" href="https://mcusercontent.com/7f6fb04a3ef6f1b63e4ec7f07/images/23ddfd2f-25e8-bc3d-fc79-37095b6c2e75.jpg"><img class="adapt-img esdev-stretch-width" src="https://mcusercontent.com/7f6fb04a3ef6f1b63e4ec7f07/images/23ddfd2f-25e8-bc3d-fc79-37095b6c2e75.jpg" alt="2023 Horizon Ag food plots." style="display: block !important; width: 100%; max-width: 560px !important; height: auto !important;" width="560" title="2023 Horizon Ag food plots."></a>

<p><br>PVL04 has performed well in its first year of commercial planting. Learn more about how the Provisia® Rice System is providing farmers with an effective tool to control resistant weedy rice and red rice, and to better manage weed control technologies.</p>

<p>We’re also launching a new Clearfield long grain line in 2025, CLHA03, a high-amylose variety from the LSU AgCenter breeding program. CLHA03 will meet the unique cooking quality desired by Latin American customers while still providing high-yield potential.</p>

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<p><br>“The Horizon Ag team looks forward to our Arkansas Field Day every year, ” adds Dr. Walker. “We have great farmers, consultants and industry friends in this region. It’s always a pleasure to visit in person and we’re hoping for another big turnout.”</p>

<p>For more information about the Horizon Ag Arkansas Field Day, please call Horizon Ag at <strong><a href="tel:866-237-6167" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust:none;-ms-text-size-adjust:none;mso-line-height-rule:exactly;text-decoration:none;color:#70b543;" target="_blank">866-237-6167.</a></strong></p>

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<h3>Field Day Details At A Glance</h3>
<p><strong>Date:</strong> August 15, 2024</p>

<p><strong>Time:</strong> Registration 4:30 p.m.</p>

<p><strong>Location:</strong> Northeast Rice Research and Extension Center, 15327 Highway 1, Harrisburg, AR 72432</p>

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It’s a big year for rice acres in the South, and the annual Horizon Ag Arkansas Field Day is a great time to hear how high-yielding varieties like CLL18 and CLL16 are doing this season, along with promising new lines like PVL04 and CLL19. 

Rice Appears Set to Finish Strong in Many Areas

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<h1>Rice Appears Set to Finish Strong in Many Areas</h1>

<p>July 25, 2024<br><br></p>

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<h3>TEXAS AND NORTH LOUISIANA</h3>

<p>The 2024 rice harvest has begun and the majority of acres across the Texas region are currently being harvested or soon to be harvested. There are large amounts of acres ripe and ready to be cut, but the weather has not cooperated.</p>

<p>This region has incurred some strong winds and rainstorms, and just recently overcame Hurricane Beryl. As a result, we are seeing more down rice each day due to weather conditions. Although there are chances of rain throughout the rest of this week, I am praying that we start to shake free of these storms and get some sunshine.</p>

<p>I have received very little feedback on the yields due to the weather but the very few I have received were positive. I’m looking forward to receiving more yield data on our most popular varieties, <strong><a href="https://www.horizonseed.com/variety/cll19" target="blank" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust:none;-ms-text-size-adjust:none;mso-line-height-rule:exactly;text-decoration:none;color:#70b543;font-size:18px">CLL19</a></strong> and <strong><a href="https://www.horizonseed.com/variety/pvl03" target="blank" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust:none;-ms-text-size-adjust:none;mso-line-height-rule:exactly;text-decoration:none;color:#70b543;font-size:18px">PVL03</a></strong>.</p>

<p>North Louisiana faced many struggles with storms early in the season, resulting in extreme variations in the 2024 crop. The rice is progressing quickly and is roughly 30% headed out. It appears to be approaching an abundant harvest. I’m really excited about the <strong><a href="https://www.horizonseed.com/variety/clm04" target="blank" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust:none;-ms-text-size-adjust:none;mso-line-height-rule:exactly;text-decoration:none;color:#70b543;font-size:18px">CLM04</a></strong> and CLL19 I have looked at thus far. The fields appear very uniform and clean. Growers will be letting water go in many fields throughout the next couple of weeks and harvest should begin in August.</p>

<p>I checked in with my good friend and co-worker across the river, Garland Melton, District Field Representative for Mississippi, and he provided me with some positive feedback about his territory. He says the rice in Mississippi is progressing quickly and is around 15-25% headed out. He expects growers will start draining fields of their earliest planted rice in the next week.</p>

<p>Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me with any questions or concerns that you may have. Thank you for all that you do, and I wish you all the best of luck with your 2024 rice harvest.</p>

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<h3>GRAND PRAIRIE AND SOUTH ARKANSAS</h3>
<p>It seems like the crop is about 2-4 weeks ahead of normal this year and most growers are not complaining, as they are ready for combines to hit the field.</p>

<p>The rice crop is mostly in boot to heading now across the region. The later planted rice is around ¼-inch to 2-inch joint movement. Some of the earliest rice planted may be drained next week, but I think we are 10 days from beginning significant draining, with the majority starting in about a month. Harvest will probably begin around mid-August, with some very early fields being harvested around the first of August.</p>

<p>The weather pattern this week looks to be conducive to disease development, so we need to be diligent in scouting for disease in the crop. Remember that <strong><a href="https://www.horizonseed.com/variety/cll16" target="blank" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust:none;-ms-text-size-adjust:none;mso-line-height-rule:exactly;text-decoration:none;color:#70b543;font-size:18px">CLL16</a></strong>, PVL03, <strong><a href="https://www.horizonseed.com/variety/pvl04" target="blank" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust:none;-ms-text-size-adjust:none;mso-line-height-rule:exactly;text-decoration:none;color:#70b543;font-size:18px">PVL04</a></strong>, and CLL19 have Pita and Piks genes for blast resistance, while CLL18 only has the Piks gene for blast. It is important, therefore, to scout for blast and consider a protective fungicide application for neck blast.</p>

<p>Overall, the rice crop looks good. You see some grass in the crop, but given the weather during planting season, we did well on weed control. Most growers are optimistic about having a good crop in the field and are eager to get to the end and start harvesting.</p>

<p>We have had phone calls praising CLL18 on how well it has grown and looks in the field this year. We are very excited about its performance so far and look forward to harvest.</p>

<p>As a reminder, Horizon Ag will be hosting our Arkansas Field Day on August 15, 2024, at the Northeast Rice Research and Extension Center in Harrisburg. I’m excited about the event and look forward to seeing you there. Please watch for details in your mailbox and inbox.</p>

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<h3>SHOWING OFF U.S. RICE</h3>
<p>Horizon Ag recently hosted a delegation from Adecoagro in Argentina. District Field Representatives Chase Kagen and Jason Satterfield gave the visitors a tour of the new Northeast Rice Research and Extension Center in Harrisburg, Ark., and visited Arkansas farmer Tyler Nutt’s great-looking field of CLL18 (shown here).</p>

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<h3>ARKANSAS FIELD DAY ON AUG. 15</h3>

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<p>It’s a big year for rice acres in the South, and the annual Horizon Ag Arkansas Field Day is a great time to hear how high-yielding varieties like CLL18 and CLL16 are doing this season, along with promising new lines like PVL04 and CLL19.</p>

<p>It’s also a chance to find out about Clearfield® and Provisia® varieties in the pipeline, like CLM05, a high-yielding medium grain variety from the University of Arkansas breeding program that will be available for planting in 2025.</p>

<p>The field day is set for <strong>August 15 at the Northeast Rice Research and Extension Center in Harrisburg, with registration beginning at 4:30 p.m.</strong> There will be presentations by Horizon Ag and university rice specialists Jarrod Hardke from Arkansas and Justin Chlapecka from Missouri. There also will be opportunities to view Horizon Ag varieties in the field and a great dinner with friends in the industry.</p>

<p>We have a lot of positives to talk about, in terms of what is happening in the field with our varieties and our ongoing efforts in support of growers and the U.S. rice industry. Demand for rice seed was extremely strong last winter and Horizon Ag rose to the challenge, supplying more rice growers with varieties offering excellent yield and milling quality potential. CLL18, CLL19 and CLL16 are all looking strong in many fields.</p>

<p>Attendees also will hear the latest on PVL04, a new Provisia variety that is giving farmers an effective tool to control resistant weedy rice and red rice, and better steward weed control technologies.</p>

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<p>For more information about the Horizon Ag Arkansas Field Day, please call Horizon Ag at <a target="_blank" href="tel:866-237-6167" style="text-decoration: none; color: #70b543;"><strong>866-237-6167</strong></a>.</p>

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<h3>Let’s Be Social</h3>
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Regional reports from Corey Conner for south central Louisiana and Garland Melton for Mississippi, as well as save-the-date information about the Arkansas Field Day on August 15.

Harvesting Begins In The Coastal Region, and Arkansas Field Day Save The Date

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<h1>Harvesting Begins In The Coastal Region, And Save The Date For The Arkansas Field Day</h1>

<p>July 11, 2024<br><br></p>

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<h3>South Central Louisiana</h3>

<p>Harvest has begun in South Louisiana in a handful of fields, and I fully expect harvest to begin in full force by the latter part of this week and into next week. Grain fill seems to be pretty good on the fields that I have seen.</p>

<p>At this time of year, I am always anxious to hear how well the crop is yielding. This season, I am particularly excited about the potential for our two most popular varieties, PVL03 and CLL19. Both have looked good to this point.</p>

<p>PVL03, our most popular variety and the top-planted variety in the state of Louisiana looks the best that it has since its commercial release. Part of that, I believe, is that we are getting more familiar with the specific management practices that help PVL03 thrive and be successful.</p>

<p>I’ve also gotten a lot of positive feedback about CLL19. It has definitely passed the eye test so far, and I think it is going to continue to impress as we move through the harvest. This could be a popular variety in this region for many seasons to come.</p>

<p>I also want to send my thoughts and prayers to everyone who has been and will be in the path of Hurricane Beryl and the storms associated with it. I pray you and your families stay safe.</p>

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<h3>Mississippi</h3>
<p>We’ve seen considerable variations in field conditions in my region this year.</p>

<p>Persistent wet weather in May caused trouble for many farmers, who had to do the best they could with herbicide applications and pulling levees during dry windows. Conversely, the month of June was hot and dry, especially the last couple of weeks.</p>

<p>Overall, in July, the rice is progressing quickly in Mississippi. Fungicide applications have started on some of the earlier planted fields, and I have seen rice heads starting to poke out in a few areas. I expect in the next couple of weeks that a bunch of rice will be starting to head. It excites me to see rice moving this quickly. It should make for an early harvest, weather permitting.</p>

<p>While some of the rice is starting to head out, there were also later planted fields that had permanent floods being established at the end of June. For this late-planted rice, you will need to apply fungicide applications earlier.</p>

<p>With it being so hot, please stay hydrated and safe. If you have any questions, you can call me anytime.</p>

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<h3>Arkansas Field Day August 15</h3>
<p>It’s a big year for rice acres, and the annual Horizon Ag Arkansas Field Day is a great time to hear how high-yielding varieties like CLL18 and CLL16 are doing this season, along with promising new lines like PVL04 and CLL19.</p>

<p>It’s also a chance to find out about Clearfield® and Provisia® varieties in the pipeline, like new CLM05, a high-yielding medium grain variety from the University of Arkansas breeding program that will be available for planting in 2025, and other developments important to rice producers in the region.</p>

<p><strong>The field day is set for August 15 at the Northeast Rice Research and Extension Center in Harrisburg, with registration beginning at 4:30 p.m.</strong> It includes presentations by Horizon Ag and rice industry specialists, opportunities to view Horizon Ag varieties in the field, and a great dinner with friends in the industry.</p>

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Thanks For Another Great Field Day! Plus The Latest News From The Field

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<h1>Thanks For Another Great Field Day! Plus The Latest News From The Field.</h1>

<p>June 27, 2024<br><br></p>

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<h3>South Louisiana</h3>

<p>Thanks to everyone who attended our Horizon Ag Louisiana Field Day earlier this week. We had a big turnout for the event and it’s always great to see growers, consultants and our industry friends come together to talk about the latest developments impacting Louisiana rice. This year, it was particularly exciting to share how varieties like PVL03, CLL19 and other elite Horizon Ag rice lines are standing out in fields throughout the region.</p>

<p>I especially want to thank our guest speakers – Dr. Ronnie Levy, Louisiana state rice specialist, Dr. Connor Webster, LSU AgCenter rice extension weed specialist and Dr. Adam Famoso, LSU associate professor and AgCenter rice breeder. Attendees got to hear Dr. Famoso discuss the LSU AgCenter’s new collaborative rice breeding agreement with Horizon Ag and be introduced to Dr. María Guadalupe Montiel, our recently hired rice breeder.</p>

<p>And, as always, a special thanks goes to Julie and Christian Richard for hosting our event again this year.</p>

<p>Looking at the region’s rice crop, although the weather has been favorable for development, disease pressure doesn’t seem to be high. Still, fungicide applications have been going out. Remember that the later-planted rice will need to have fungicide treatments applied a little earlier than earlier-seeded rice.</p>

<p>Several fields are beginning to be drained and I believe we are only about 10 days away from harvesting rice in a handful of fields. It will likely ramp up rapidly by the middle of July. Let’s hope that we have a successful and uneventful harvest to finish out the year.</p>

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<div style="width:560px;"><p style="font-size: 12px;"><em>PVL04, the newest Provisia line, at the Horizon Ag 2024 LA Field Day.</em></p></div>

<h3>Texas</h3>
<p>Rice is progressing very well with ample sunlight and temperatures. We are in reproductive growth across the board with about 60% of the crop at heading. Some early fields are approaching the draining stage and we expect rice harvest to begin over the next two to three weeks. The crop has been clean and looks to have high yield potential.</p>

<h3>North Louisiana</h3>
<p>The rice crop is starting to pick up in this region, with many growers applying permanent flood and spraying post-emergence herbicides. As in Texas, the combination of heat and sunlight has really helped rice advance over the past month.</p>

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<div style="width:360px;"><p style="font-size: 12px;"><em>Jason Satterfield, Senior District Field Representative for Horizon Ag, welcomed the 100-plus growers, consultants and industry leaders who attended the Field Day.</em></p></div>

<h3>Northeast Arkansas and Missouri</h3>
<p>Wet weather during the month of May presented many challenges in fertilizer applications, herbicide applications and getting levees pulled to go to flood. Growers managed the circumstances the best they could, and although the rice crop is not perfect, the majority appears to still have a very good opportunity to make high yields.</p>

<p>Mid-season nitrogen applications started at the beginning of the month and the hot June weather has caused the crop to progress quickly. Along with crop’s progression, there have been instances of grass pushing through the canopy, but this was to be expected with our conditions for non-optimum herbicide applications in certain areas.</p>

<p>Our first rice could be harvested around mid-August, which is historically a little early for my territory. Although I have heard mention of some blast, there have been no major outbreaks of disease thus far. Besides the expected heat we will get the remainder of the summer, if we can dodge any major weather events we will have a very good rice crop soon.</p>

<p>Last week I took part in session two of the Rice Leadership Development Program and got to see a lot of rice throughout Missouri, Arkansas and Mississippi, as well as tour the John Deere facility in Moline, IL.</p>

<p>Although I am very familiar with these rice-growing regions, I have found there is always something new to learn or someone new to meet in the rice industry, and so was the case on this trip. I was able to see some beautiful CLL18 and CLL19 rice fields as we traveled from state to state. It was a fantastic experience amongst a lot of great leaders in our industry and I would recommend that anyone in the rice industry, and who is between the ages of 25 and 45, consider applying for the program. I would be remiss if I didn’t thank the generous sponsors – American Commodity Company, RiceTec and John Deere – who make this program possible.</p>

<p>As always, please feel free to call me with any questions you might have.</p>

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Horizon Ag Adds New Rice Breeder at LSU AgCenter

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<h1>Horizon Ag Adds New Rice Breeder at LSU AgCenter</h1>

<p><em><strong>Hiring is part of a recent partnership supporting collaborative breeding efforts</strong></em><br><br></p>

<p>MEMPHIS, Tennessee (May 7, 2024) – Horizon Ag is pleased to announce the hiring of Dr. María Guadalupe Montiel for the newly created position of Rice Breeder for the company’s independent lab located at the Louisiana State University (LSU) AgCenter Rice Research Station at Crowley.</p>

<p>The position was created as part of a recent partnership between Horizon Ag and the LSU AgCenter to support enhanced collaborative breeding efforts. In her new role, Dr. Montiel will have access to the AgCenter’s elite rice-breeding germplasm, and any new varieties released by Horizon Ag will be in addition to the AgCenter’s breeding activities.</p>

<p>“We are extremely happy to have María in this important role as we initiate this innovative, promising partnership between Horizon Ag and the LSU AgCenter,” said Dr. Tim Walker, CEO of Horizon Ag. “There is tremendous value in having more breeders working collaboratively to improve grain yields and quality, both of which are very important to southern U.S. rice farmers.”</p>

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<div style="width:560px;"><p style="font-size: 12px;"><em>Dr. María Guadalupe Montiel, Horizon Ag Rice Breeder</em></p></div>

<p>Dr. Montiel graduated as an engineer in agronomy from the University of Buenos Aires and has just recently completed all of her requirements for her doctoral degree at LSU (Soil, Plants and Environmental Management), with concentrations in plant breeding and genetics.</p>

<p>She began her career in plant breeding in 2005 and has specialized in rice breeding since 2015. As Rice Breeder and Seed Production Manager at Adecoagro in Argentina, Dr. Montiel managed seed production for over 60,000 hectares per year and developed rice varieties tailored for the main export markets worldwide.</p>

<p>“I am excited to have this opportunity to work alongside the world-renowned rice breeding team at the LSU AgCenter to develop new varieties that will help rice farmers and the southern rice industry be more profitable and sustainable,” said Dr. Montiel. “Horizon Ag has long been a leader in the southern U.S. rice industry, and I look forward to adding my contributions to that effort.”</p>

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MEMPHIS, Tennessee (May 7, 2024) – Horizon Ag is pleased to announce the hiring of Dr. María Guadalupe Montiel for the newly created position of Rice Breeder for the company’s independent lab located at the Louisiana State University (LSU) AgCenter Rice Research Station at Crowley.

Rice Acres Up in Many Areas

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<h1>Rice Acres Up in Many Areas</h1>

<p>May 2, 2024<br><br></p>

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<div style="width:560px;"><p style="font-size: 12px;"><em>Grower J.P. Armstrong in Clarksdale Mississippi in a field of CLL18 just coming out of the ground. It was planted on April 5 at 60 lbs. per acre.</em></p></div>

<h3>Mississippi</h3>

<p>Rice acres are up in the Mississippi Delta this year compared to last year. Farmers started planting at the end of March. The most popular variety this season is <a href="https://www.horizonseed.com/variety/cll18" style="color:#70b543;"><strong>CLL18</strong></a>, with <a href="https://www.horizonseed.com/variety/cll16" style="color:#70b543;"><strong>CLL16</strong></a> and <a href="https://www.horizonseed.com/variety/cll19" style="color:#70b543;"><strong>CLL19</strong></a> tied for second.</p>

<p>From Cleveland, Mississippi south, farmers are either done or wrapping up planting. They have had some timely rains, as well as big rains dropping around 4–5 inches on April 10. I talked to a farmer in Cleveland who said rainfall had slowed down planting and that strong winds have posed problems for them in getting their pre-emerge and post-emerge spraying done.</p>

<a target="_blank" href="https://mcusercontent.com/7f6fb04a3ef6f1b63e4ec7f07/images/3e17e1ab-9c05-2e87-b9bd-4638f7b06038.jpg"><img class="adapt-img esdev-stretch-width" src="https://mcusercontent.com/7f6fb04a3ef6f1b63e4ec7f07/images/3e17e1ab-9c05-2e87-b9bd-4638f7b06038.jpg" alt="Grower Michael Aguzzi’s CLL19 field near Cleveland, Mississippi" style="display: block !important; width: 100%; max-width: 560px !important; height: auto !important;" width="560" title="Grower Michael Aguzzi’s CLL19 field near Cleveland, Mississippi"></a>

<div style="width:560px;"><p style="font-size: 12px;"><em>Grower Michael Aguzzi’s CLL19 field near Cleveland, Mississippi. It was planted on March 29 at 60 lbs. per acre.</em></p></div>

<p>While the south Mississippi Delta is finishing up, north Delta farmers are around 75% done planting. They have caught some rain showers that kept them out of the field, but it also is helping get the seed out of the ground.</p>

<p>We had a big rain chance last Monday, but the system broke up and it didn’t rain as much as expected. This will get the farmers back in the field to finish planting and get their pre/post spraying done before the next rain chance on Friday.</p>

<p>If you have any questions or concerns don’t be afraid to call, text, or email me.</p>


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<h3>Northeast Arkansas and Missouri</h3>

<p>The majority of rice acres have been planted in my territory.</p>

<p>The most recent USDA NASS crop report stated that Arkansas was 83% planted and Missouri was 68% planted. I think the Arkansas number is good and these last increases have come from more planting progress in the southern half of the state. However, I believe we are more than 68 percent planted in Missouri and somewhere north of 80%.</p>

<p>We had a good run through the first three weeks of April, missing most of the significant rain events. This is very reminiscent of the progress we had in 2023, where we also outpaced some of our regions to the south.</p>

<p>Although we did get planted in a timely manner, some areas could have used a good rain during that period. Unfortunately, this led to some growers making the call to flush rice during the last week of April. If anything has impacted rice seedling development thus far, it has been those areas that had to endure extremely dry conditions.</p>

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<div style="width:560px;"><p style="font-size: 12px;"><em>Variety CLL18 growing in Craighead County, Arkansas.</em></p></div>

<p>Besides one cold snap last month, we experienced minimal cold weather which has allowed good emergence and growth in fields where there has been adequate moisture. I’m really pleased with the <a href="https://www.horizonseed.com/variety/cll18" style="color:#70b543;"><strong>CLL18</strong></a> and <a href="https://www.horizonseed.com/variety/cll19" style="color:#70b543;"><strong>CLL19</strong></a> I have looked at thus far. There will be a lot of rice going to flood in May, which will only add to the performance of our varieties this season.</p>

<p>I reached out to my counterpart Corey Connor in South Louisiana for a brief update from our southernmost rice growing region. He reports the crop is 90-95% planted and all of the February and early March rice has gone to permanent flood. Overall, the crop looks good and is moving along nicely with the improved weather conditions.</p>

<p>As a reminder for those of you growing <a href="https://www.horizonseed.com/variety/pvl03" style="color:#70b543;"><strong>PVL03</strong></a> or <a href="https://www.horizonseed.com/variety/pvl04" style="color:#70b543;"><strong>PVL04</strong></a> this season, we are recommending a max labeled rate of a triazole fungicide at ½-inch internode elongation to 4-inch panicle formation as a preventative to help mitigate stem Cercospora.</p>

<p>Please call if you have any questions regarding variety management this season.</p>

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<h3>New Partnership between LSU AgCenter and Horizon Ag</h3>

<p>The LSU AgCenter is partnering with Horizon Ag to initiate a new rice breeding program focused on varieties for southern rice-producing areas. This partnership will give Horizon Ag access to the AgCenter’s elite rice breeding germplasm and result in collaborative breeding efforts. 

LSU AgCenter rice breeder and director of the AgCenter H. Rouse Caffey Rice Research Station Adam Famoso said the partnership offers tangible benefits to the two partners, the rice industry and rice producers. 

“The contract research activities will be leveraged to support our existing and future station research and breeding efforts and will enable expanded testing within the LSU breeding program,” Famoso said. “The AgCenter will provide contract research services such as field testing and evaluation of Horizon’s breeding materials.”</p>

<p>The initial agreement is set for five years, beginning this year. New varieties released by Horizon will be in addition to the AgCenter’s breeding activities.</p>

<p>Horizon Ag’s CEO Tim Walker says the partnership is a way to invest in the LSU AgCenter’s breeding program while working alongside it for the betterment of the rice industry.</p>

<p>“We see this as an opportunity and a need and a mutual benefit,” Walker said. “The industry will be better having more breeders working towards a common goal of improving grain yields and quality, both of which are very important to southern USA rice farmers.”</p>

<p>The AgCenter will receive royalties from varieties released by Horizon Ag, helping sustain the size and scale of its rice research efforts.</p>

<p>“We are excited for this groundbreaking public-private partnership with Horizon Ag. This collaboration is a first-of-its-kind initiative designed to enhance the sustainability and competitiveness of the Louisiana rice industry, bringing substantial benefits to our rural communities,” said Matt Lee, LSU vice president for agriculture. “It is designed to bolster economic development through employment and the local procurement of materials and supplies. Together, we are poised to lead in agricultural innovation and research, establishing new benchmarks for success and sustainability in the rice industry.”</p>

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<h3>Horizon Ag Rice Breeder</h3>

<p>As part of its new partnership with the LSU AgCenter, Horizon Ag is pleased to announce the hiring of Dr. María Guadalupe Montiel to the newly created position of Rice Breeder for the company’s independent lab located at the Louisiana State University (LSU) AgCenter Rice Research Station at Crowley.</p>

<p>The position was created as part of a recent partnership between Horizon Ag and the LSU AgCenter to support enhanced collaborative breeding efforts. In her new role, Dr. Montiel will have access to the AgCenter’s elite rice-breeding germplasm, and any new varieties released by Horizon Ag will be in addition to the AgCenter’s breeding activities.</p>

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<div style="width:560px;"><p style="font-size: 12px;"><em>Dr. Maria Guadalupe Montiel</em></p></div>

<p>“We are extremely happy to have María in this important role as we initiate this innovative, promising partnership between Horizon Ag and the LSU AgCenter,” says Dr. Tim Walker, CEO of Horizon Ag.</p>

<p>“I am excited to have this opportunity to work alongside the world-renowned rice breeding team at the LSU AgCenter to develop new varieties that will help rice farmers and the southern rice industry be more profitable and sustainable,” says Dr. Montiel. “Horizon Ag has long been a leader in the southern U.S. rice industry, and I look forward to adding my contributions to that effort.”</p>

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Rice acres are up in the Mississippi Delta this year compared to last year. Farmers started planting at the end of March. The most popular variety this season is CLL18, with CLL16 and CLL19 tied for second.

New Partnership Between LSU AgCenter, Horizon Ag to Benefit Rice Industry

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<h1>New Partnership Between LSU AgCenter, Horizon Ag to Benefit Rice Industry</h1>

<p>By Tobie Blanchard, LSU AgCenter<br><br></p>

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<td style="width:50%;"><p>(04/29/24) BATON ROUGE, La. — The LSU AgCenter is partnering with Horizon Ag, a seed marketing and variety development company, to initiate a new rice breeding program focused on varieties for southern rice-producing areas, which include Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, Missouri and Texas.</p>

<p>This partnership will give Horizon Ag access to the AgCenter’s elite rice breeding germplasm and result in collaborative breeding efforts.</p>

<p>LSU AgCenter rice breeder and director of the AgCenter H. Rouse Caffey Rice Research Station Adam Famoso said the partnership offers tangible benefits to the two partners—the rice industry and rice producers.</p>

<p>“The contract research activities will be leveraged to support our existing and future station research and breeding efforts, and will enable expanded testing within the LSU breeding program,” Famoso said. “The AgCenter will provide contract research services such as field testing and evaluation of Horizon’s breeding materials.”</p>

<p>The initial agreement is set for five years, beginning this year. Horizon Ag will hire a rice breeder and support staff who will be housed in an independent lab at the Rice Research Station. New varieties released by Horizon will be in addition to the AgCenter’s breeding activities.</p>

<p>Horizon Ag’s CEO Tim Walker said the company saw decreasing financial support for rice breeding programs in the southern rice-growing region and sees this partnership as a way to invest in the LSU AgCenter’s breeding program while working alongside it for the betterment of the rice industry.</p>

<p>“We see this as an opportunity, a need and a mutual benefit,” Walker said. “The industry will be better having more breeders working towards a common goal of improving grain yields and quality, both of which are very important to southern USA rice farmers.”</p>

<p>The AgCenter will receive royalties from varieties released by Horizon Ag, helping sustain the size and scale of its rice research efforts.</p>

<p>The AgCenter’s rice breeding program also will have the opportunity to test its experimental lines in wider geographies and environments through additional testing networks that Horizon Ag will establish.</p>

<p>“We are excited for this groundbreaking public-private partnership with Horizon Ag. This collaboration is a first-of-its-kind initiative designed to enhance the sustainability and competitiveness of the Louisiana rice industry, bringing substantial benefits to our rural communities,” said Matt Lee, LSU vice president for agriculture. “It is designed to bolster economic development through employment and the local procurement of materials and supplies. Together, we are poised to lead in agricultural innovation and research, establishing new benchmarks for success and sustainability in the rice industry."</p>

<p>While this partnership is unique, Horizon Ag has worked with the AgCenter before.</p>

<p>“We worked closely with LSU and our partners when we really revolutionized the industry with Clearfield rice. Then we did the same thing launching the important Provisia technology, and they were both launched as LSU varieties,” Walker said. “This is the evolution of that relationship and a unique and innovative step for the rice industry.”</p>

<p>The LSU AgCenter has long been a leader in rice breeding, releasing 63 varieties through its program at the Crowley station, the world’s oldest rice research station. Groundbreaking technologies developed at the station have been pivotal in combating weedy rice, enhancing crop yields and sustainability.</p>

<p>John Denison, chair of the Louisiana Rice Research Board, offered his support of the agreement.</p>

<p>“As the costs of research continue to rise, I am excited to see additional investment into the rice breeding program,” Denison said, “Louisiana’s breeding program and our Rice Research Station have been world-renowned for decades, in large part because of the investment from our Louisiana growers through our checkoff. We hope this partnership complements the breeding program overall and continues to yield advancements and new varieties in the market that help keep Louisiana rice farmers successful and sustainable.”</p></td>

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<div><p style="font-size: 12px;"><br><em>LSU AgCenter rice breeder Adam Famoso working in the greenhouse of the H. Rouse Caffey Rice Research Station. Famoso will collaborate with Horizon Ag on a new rice breeding program. LSU AgCenter file photo</em></p></div>

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<a target="_blank" href="https://www.lsuagcenter.com/~/media/system/4/7/3/8/47383f4d3ab8335e8f8636a010b6756d/mafg%202023%20_5149jpg.jpg?h=5616&la=en&w=3744"><img class="adapt-img esdev-stretch-width" src="https://www.lsuagcenter.com/~/media/system/4/7/3/8/47383f4d3ab8335e8f8636a010b6756d/mafg%202023%20_5149jpg.jpg?h=5616&la=en&w=3744" alt="Tim Walker, CEO of Horizon Ag" style="display: block !important; width: 100%; max-width: 560px !important; height: auto !important;" width="560" title="Tim Walker, CEO of Horizon Ag"></a>

<div><p style="font-size: 12px;"><br><em>Tim Walker, CEO of Horizon Ag. Horizon Ag is partnering with the LSU AgCenter to initiate a new rice breeding program focused on varieties for southern rice-producing areas. Photo provided</em></p></div></td>
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Planting Progress Continues Despite Rain Delays

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<h1>Planting Progress Continues Despite Rain Delays</h1>

<p>April 18, 2024<br><br></p>

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<p><br><br>As the 2024 season gains momentum, we look forward to bringing you bi-weekly Regional Crop Reports on fieldwork status, crop conditions, pests and upcoming events like our Horizon Ag Field Days in Louisiana and Arkansas.</p>

<p>We also want to hear from you! Let us know what you like about the Horizon Ag e-newsletter and what we can do to make it an even more valuable tool for your operation. It’s part of our commitment to supporting our growers and industry partners. Our email is <a href="mailto:scott.mcclure@brightonagency.com?20Report%20Reader&amp;subject=From%20a%20Horizon%20Ag%20Website" target="_blank" style="color:#70b543;" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Scott.McClure@Brightonagency.com.</strong></a></p>

<p>Also, feel free to <a href="https://us13.forward-to-friend.com/forward?u=7f6fb04a3ef6f1b63e4ec7f07&id=e75f4e9558&e=f7a222d9cc" target="_blank"  style="color:#70b543;" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>share our Regional Reports</strong></a> with your rice grower friends.</p>
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<p style="font-size: 12px;"><em>CLL18 demo in Prairie County, Arkansas, planted on April 4 and just starting to emerge.</em></p>

<h3>Grand Prairie And South Arkansas</h3>

<p>My territory has had a good run at planting the past couple of weeks and the counties from along I-40 down to about Pine Bluff made pretty decent progress.</p>

<p>I have spoken with growers, consultants, and retailers on the prairie who believe rice planting progress is about 50-60% at this point, with a handful of growers who possibly could be done. Rain total amounts as of April 11 were around 5 inches in this region.</p>

<p>South Central and Southeast Arkansas just cannot catch a break. These areas have received every rain that has gone through the state. Growers, consultants, and retailers there believe rice planting progress is 15-30% at best, and as of April 11, rain totals ranged from 5-10 inches. We are now waiting for the ground to dry to get back to planting. Once that happens, growers will try to make up for lost time and quickly get the crop into the ground.</p>

<p>The Arkansas River Valley is around 10-15% planted. Most growers had delayed planting due to heavy rain in the forecast but only ended up with about 2 inches.</p>

<p>The high rain chances we had this past week had growers slowing planting over the weekend to get some levees up in the fields they had already planted, as well as making some pre-emerge herbicide applications. Having the rain to activate the chemicals can definitely help with weed control.</p>

<p>As always, please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.</p>

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<p style="font-size: 12px;"><em>CLL18 demo in Prairie County, Arkansas, planted on April 4 and just starting to emerge.</em></p>

<h3>Louisiana And Texas</h3>

<p>The rice <strong>west of Houston</strong> is 75-80% finished being planted and the majority of the crop is at a growth stage where farmers are putting out the permanent flood. <strong>East of Houston</strong> is about 60-65% planted. While some growers have finished, others haven’t started planting yet. Still, I expect we will be close to finished planting in the region by the end of the month.</p>

<p>As far as our varieties, both <a href="https://prismic-nextjs-horizon-ag-nine.vercel.app/variety/pvl03" style="color:#70b543;"><strong>PVL03</strong></a> and <a href="https://prismic-nextjs-horizon-ag-nine.vercel.app/variety/cll19" style="color:#70b543;"><strong>CLL19</strong></a> are on a roll and, overall, appear to have outgrown everything else. I’m excited to see how they perform this season.</p>

<p><strong>North Louisiana</strong> growers are around 50% finished with rice planting, with most of the progress being made in the southernmost part of my territory. Further north, many growers are just getting started planting. Parts of North Louisiana had terrible weather last week, with a storm that came through dumping 14 inches of rain in some areas.</p>

<p>In addition, my counterpart in South Louisiana reports that rice is 80-85% planted in that region. The oldest rice is advancing to a stage where a permanent flood can be applied. The crop has perked up with favorable weather conditions the past week or so.</p>

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<h3>Provisia Best Management</h3>

<p>As a supporter of stewardship and best management for the Provisia technology, we’re committed to providing timely, valuable management recommendations that have come from our collaboration as a member of the Provisia Working Group and with university weed scientists like Dr. Jason Norsworthy in Arkansas and Dr. Connor Webster in Louisiana.</p>

<p>During a recent panel presentation on the topic of minimizing the risk of accase-tolerant rice crossing with weedy rice, Dr. Norsworthy recommended growers consider applying Rogue SC® herbicide, a new HPPD-inhibiting herbicide that has a fit in some environments to provide chemical control of weedy rice that germinated between the time of the pre-flood Provisia spray application and the actual time the field reaches permanent flood. We recommend consulting your crop advisor or Gowan representative for further details.</p>


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<h3>Up-To-Date Production Info</h3>

<p>The Horizon Ag Productivity App is an easy way to access critical management recommendations and tools. The app has been updated to make it even more valuable for rice farmers seeking information about Provisia and Clearfield varieties for 2024.</p>

<p>The Horizon Ag Productivity App is available in the App Store or Google Play.</p>

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As the 2024 season gains momentum, we look forward to bringing you bi-weekly Regional Crop Reports on fieldwork status, crop conditions, pests and upcoming events like our Horizon Ag Field Days in Louisiana and Arkansas. 

Managing for Success with Clearfield and Provisia Varieties

Rice fields in South Louisiana are about 40% planted, according to Louisiana extension rice specialist Dr. Ronnie Levy. “Planting started off good, with warm weather and good rice emergence,” he says. “Rain this past weekend throughout the state put planting on hold, however. Most of the state will resume or start planting as soon as it gets dry.”

He says acres are anticipated to increase to almost 500,000 from last year’s 462,000 acres. “Demand to plant medium grain rice acres is low while long grain rice seed availability is in short supply.”

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Planting in North Louisiana and other southern rice-producing regions will begin as the weather warms.

If you missed the recent Arkansas Rice Best Management Practices webinar or the earlier webinar in Louisiana, they are available to view at your convenience on the the varieties page.

With significant acreages planted in new varieties like CLL19 and PVL04 this season, the webinars provide valuable insights from university and industry specialists that you can use to steward the Provisia® and Clearfield® systems while maximizing your production potential.

Horizon Ag conventional-statured varieties like CLL16 and CLL18 typically need less nitrogen than our semi-dwarf varieties. We recommend applying 120 to 150 lbs. of nitrogen per acre for each. Or, if you’re on very coarse-textured soils, you can go with 120 to 130 lbs. per acre of nitrogen, applied early in the season before flood.

For a semi-dwarf variety like CLL19, increase your nitrogen rate per acre by an additional 20 to 30 lbs. per acre to set the variety up to perform at the top end of its yield potential.

With all Horizon Ag varieties, we recommend having a final population of 15 to 20 plants per square foot when you start flood establishment. How to best achieve that population can vary based on your planting system.

In the North Delta, for instance, where the majority of the rice is drill-seeded, use a recommended seed treatment and then drill 55 to 65 lbs. of seed per acre for both Clearfield and Provisia varieties.

Note that while CLL18 and CLL16 have both proven their flexibility to perform across a range of planting dates and geographies, semi-dwarf varieties like CLL19, PVL03 and PVL04, will perform best when planted earlier in the planting period.

Most of the more recently released Horizon Ag varieties contain both the Pi-ta and Pi-ks blast resistance genes. An exception, however, is CLL18, which only contains the Pi-ks gene. With CLL18, if conditions are favorable for blast development when the rice is approaching maturity, a prophylactic application of a strobilurin fungicide is recommended.

A critical disease management practice for both PVL03 and PVL04 is to make a timely triazole fungicide application to protect against the risk of yield losses from Cercospora on the stem.

“Our strong recommendation is to make a prophylactic fungicide application using your triazole fungicide of choice when the crop is at ½-inch to 4-inch panicle formation,” says Dr. Tim Walker, Horizon Ag general manager. “It’s best if the treatment goes out early, no more than two weeks after mid-season. And the high rate of the triazole fungicide is needed. When we did that in South Louisiana, our Provisia rice yields became much more stable.” 

The high demand for quality rice seed this season is resulting in a lot of calls and questions about availability. We still have some PVL03 available for planting, but are in a sold-out status for PVL04, CLL16, CLL18 and CLL19. As requests come in, we are putting them on backorder. We plan to fill as many of those orders as possible if we find seed is available from returns or cancellations.

If you are interested in PVL03 seed or another elite variety, please contact your Horizon Ag District Field Representative or authorized Horizon Ag seed retailer. If you have questions about Horizon Ag Clearfield or Provisia variety management, detailed information is available by downloading the Horizon Ag Productivity App.

We’re expecting a big crop, and we wish you a safe season and a bountiful harvest. We’re proud to be a part of Rice Country and look forward to working with you.

The Horizon Ag Productivity App is the place to access critical management recommendations and tools. The app has been updated to make it even more valuable for rice farmers seeking information about Provisia and Clearfield varieties for 2024.

In addition to detailed variety information and suggested management practices, the app features calculators for drill calibration, milling yields, and return on investment.

The Horizon Ag Productivity App is available in the App Store or Google Play.

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Adjust Management to Maximize Variety Potential

This season’s strong demand for top-performing rice lines means you may be planting varieties that are new or unfamiliar.  If you are moving from a hybrid to a high-yielding, high-quality variety like CLL19 or CLL18, there may be adjustments to make. We want to encourage you to contact one of our district field representatives with any questions or to look at something in your field.

For example, hybrid rice types often require a “boot” application of nitrogen. However, farmers who traditionally plant hybrids but who are growing varieties this season will want to apply all the recommended nitrogen for the season by the time the plant reaches ½-inch internode elongation, versus applying nitrogen to our varieties that late.

The following is general background on some of our top varieties:

CLL19 is a Clearfield® rice variety with excellent yield potential and stability. It has very good seedling vigor. A semidwarf type, it is a few inches shorter than CLL16 and CLL18 and is moderately resistant to lodging. It is very early, with a heading date similar to CL111, and is four to eight days earlier than CLL18 and CLL16, respectively.

It contains the Pita blast resistance gene. It also contains the CRSP2.1 gene and is resistant to narrow brown leaf spot, while being moderately susceptible to Cercospora infection on the stem. It is moderately susceptible to sheath blight and bacterial panicle blight.

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<li style="color:#78BE20;"><span style="color:#003863;">50% Heading: 78 days</span></li>
<li style="color:#78BE20;"><span style="color:#003863;">Lodging: Moderately Resistant</span></li>
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<li style="color:#78BE20;"><span style="color:#003863;">Seeding rate: 55–65 lbs/A</span></li>
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CLL18: A conventional height Clearfield rice variety with excellent yield potential and stability. It has excellent seedling vigor and is moderately resistant to lodging.

CLL18 does not contain the Pita blast resistance gene and is moderately susceptible to blast. It contains the CRSP2.1 gene and is resistant to narrow brown leaf spot and moderately susceptible to Cercospora infection on the stem. It is moderately susceptible to sheath blight and bacterial panicle blight.

Since CLL18 is later maturing than CLL19 and a few days earlier maturing than CLL16, it is a good planting partner with these other elite Horizon Ag varieties, allowing farmers to stretch out their harvest.

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CLL16: A conventional-height Clearfield rice variety with excellent yield potential and stability, CLL16 has proven to maintain strong yield potential, even with later planting dates. It also has excellent seedling vigor and is moderately resistant to lodging.

The variety contains the Pita blast resistance gene and is resistant to blast. It also contains the CRSP2.1 gene and is resistant to narrow brown leaf spot and moderately susceptible to Cercospora infection on the stem. It is moderately susceptible to sheath blight and bacterial panicle blight.

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New PVL04 is the first Provisia® Rice System variety developed by the University of Arkansas breeding program.

It contains the Pita blast resistance gene. It also has the CRSP2.1 gene and is resistant to narrow brown leaf spot, but is susceptible to Cercospora infection on the stem. We recommend applying a triazole fungicide at ½-inch internode elongation to 4-inch panicle formation. For rice planted in March, the timing usually is 2-inch to 4-inch panicle formation in the boot. For later planted rice, the timing is earlier.

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<li style="color:#78BE20;"><span style="color:#003863;">Seeding rate: 50–60 lbs/A</span></li>
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We had a great Provisia rice webinar with our partners in Louisiana last week, and hope you will join us on March 7, from 1-2:30 p.m. for the Arkansas Rice in 2024: Resistance, Best Management Practices and Stewardship webinar. Register at https://bit.ly/AR-Rice-Mgt.

If you missed last week’s Louisiana-focused Provisia rice webinar, you can still get some great tips for managing Provisia rice by watching it at https://www.horizonseed.com/varieties. We’ll also post the Arkansas webinar on our website after the event.

Experts Share Views on Provisia Best Management

“There's nothing that I see, at least in the short-term, that's going to be here to replace the control we rely on with the ACCase-inhibiting herbicide technology,” said Arkansas weed scientist Dr. Jason Norsworthy, who joined Louisiana weed scientist Dr. Connor Webster and Horizon Ag general manager Dr. Tim Walker on the panel. “Anything and everything that we can do to preserve this technology is valuable.”

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Fortunately, research and field experiences, particularly over the past two seasons, have given experts critical insight into managing the Provisia Rice System, from the value of residual herbicides to optimum application timing and rates, to the need for crop rotation and strategic field planning.

“One of the reasons we had the situation in Louisiana in 2022 was some growers opted out of using residuals,” said Dr. Webster. “We didn’t get good coverage with our post-application and that set us up for the problem. Ahead of last season, we strongly emphasized the value of using residuals for both grass and broadleaf weeds to reduce early-season weed competition, and we had only six confirmed outcross populations in 2023.”

He added that since Provisia herbicide can be antagonized when mixed, it is important to use tank mixes that won’t cause a reduction in the efficacy of Provisia herbicide.

Dr. Norsworthy agreed proper use of proven residual herbicides is necessary to keep Provisia herbicide an effective weedy rice tool. “I want Arkansas growers to start with Command® herbicide or a Command-like product to take care of barnyardgrass and all these other grasses because if we are trying to kill weedy rice, we need to make sure we are getting Provisia herbicide to that target,” said Norsworthy. “Unlike with the Clearfield system, during the window of time when rice is going to flood, there is no residual activity to kill weedy rice coming up in the Provisia system.”

When the Provisia technology was launched, both Louisiana and Arkansas recommended the labeled rate at that time of two 15.5-ounce applications, the first at the two-leaf stage and the second as the rice was going into flood.

“That was a mistake,” said Dr. Norsworthy. “For Arkansas, I want to see 11 ounces at the two-leaf stage, 10 ounces as we go to flood, and then another 10-ounce application post-flood. With the two-application approach, you run the risk of weedy rice coming up in that window after flood and you have absolutely no bullets left to control it. Then, if you are in a field that is zero grade, I want to see Rogue® (herbicide) used in that field. That’s the best approach we have in Arkansas to go into harvest without any escapes.”

Dr. Webster also recommends the three-application approach. He noted that growers who went with the three lower rate applications avoided the crop response issues experienced last season by some farmers who made two 15.5-ounce applications when the rice was being impacted by cool, cloudy weather.

Rotation is another key to managing resistance and keeping both Provisia and Clearfield available as effective tools.

“At the end of the day, if we are going to preserve these technologies, we’ve got to put soybeans in that field,” said Dr. Norsworthy. “Some growers tell me they can’t grow soybeans on zero-grade ground but, in the end, we’re not going even to grow rice on that zero-grade ground unless we do something different.”

Dr. Walker added that growers should consider adding Provisia rice to at least a portion of their acreage while weedy rice problems are still minimal and manageable, to maximize the effectiveness of the herbicide and prolong the technology.

“It’s a long-term mindset,” he said. “When the Provisia technology was introduced, it was with a variety that wasn’t nearly as high-yielding as our Clearfield varieties, and it only went out in the worst weedy rice-infested fields. Today’s Provisia varieties are much better. PVL03 was the top planted variety in Louisiana last year and will probably be again this year. It’s better to go out with this technology when you have a 10 percent infestation, get good chemistry results, and then follow a recommended rotation. When you get to a 70 or 80 percent-plus infestation, there are few options. You are backed into a corner and economics may drive you to ruin the technology on your farm.”

A meeting room full of rice farmers, consultants, and industry representatives peppered panelists during the Provisia® Best Practices technology session at the recent Cotton and Rice Conservation Systems Conference in Jonesboro, Arkansas, seeking to know more about how to maximize results while still stewarding this important weed management system.

Horizon Ag is Setting the Stage for a Successful 2024

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<h1>Horizon Ag is Setting the Stage for a Successful 2024<br><br></h1>

<p>As planting time nears, rice farmers are making seed decisions based on factors like yield potential, consistency, milling quality, disease resistance, maturity, weed control and stewardship. With a strong variety lineup, plus services designed to help rice farmers be more profitable, Horizon Ag is committed to providing the seed, tools, and support needed to set the stage for a successful 2024.</p>

<p>Five reasons to plant Horizon Ag varieties this year are:<br><br></p>

<h2>#1. The Benefits of New CLL19</h2>

<p>New CLL19 is garnering a lot of attention heading into its first year of commercial production, based on attributes like high yield potential, stalk strength, blast resistance, and milling quality. The long-grain Clearfield® variety was developed at the LSU AgCenter H. Rouse Caffey Rice Research Station near Crowley and has consistently performed well in multilocation testing across the region since 2018.</p>

<p>“CLL19 has shown extremely high and very stable yields in trials we’ve done throughout Louisiana and in Arkansas, too,” said Dr. Adam Famoso, an LSU AgCenter rice breeder. “It’s higher yielding and more stable than what we’ve seen in our previous Clearfield varieties. It yields right up there with CLL16 and CLL18.”</p>

<p>Dr. Famoso says the variety has shown promising ratoon crop capacity, improved milling quality, and is early maturing, similar to CL111, which decreases time in the field and potential damage from weather events.<br><br></p>

<h2>#2. Cleaner Field with Provisia® Varieties</h2>

<p>There is a lot of momentum for PVL03 and new PVL04 coming out of the 2023 season.</p>

<p>Despite PVL03 acreage increasing to almost 30% of Louisiana rice plantings, the weedy rice outcrossing issues identified the previous season were significantly reduced, as many farmers adopted best management practices recommended by the Provisia Working Group.</p>

<p>“Last summer, we kept hearing that rice fields throughout the region were significantly cleaner, overall, than had been seen in many years, with farmers effectively managing the threat of weedy rice and resistant red rice with the Provisia Rice System,” said Horizon Ag general manager Dr. Tim Walker. “Average yields were consistently good and milling quality with PVL03 was superior to other varieties. This season, new PVL04 from the University of Arkansas rice breeding program, will give farmers another high-yielding option to control weedy rice and resistant red rice.”<br><br></p>

<h2>#3. Elite Varieties with a Range of Maturities</h2>

<p>One critical topic during winter meetings this year was the generally lower milling quality reported in many areas of the South. A contributing factor was that a near-perfect planting season and early-season cold spell led to much of the crop reaching maturity at about the same time. Farmers were hard-pressed to harvest the large crop at optimum moisture levels, which adversely impacted milling quality.</p>

<p>One solution is to plant elite-performing varieties with a broad geographic fit that have a range of maturities. For example, start with new CLL19, a very early maturing semi-dwarf variety that has outstanding yield potential. Next, plant CLL18, Horizon Ag’s highest-yielding pure line variety and that matures a few days later than CLL19. Finally, finish up planting with CLL16, a longer-maturing rice that has consistently performed well throughout the region.</p>

<p>“This is the variety portfolio we’ve ever had,” says Dr. Walker. “All the varieties have a fit and complement each other.”<br><br></p>

<h2>#4. Fixed Financing on Horizon Ag Varieties</h2>

<p>Horizon Ag and BASF are working with financing partners to offer low-interest financing for Clearfield and Provisia varieties this season. Qualifying Horizon Ag customers can get 0%* APR financing through Rabo AgriFinance, and 1.99%** APR through March 15, 2024, or 2.99% APR** on purchases March 16 to Sept. 30, 2024, with John Deere Financial.</p>

<p>“Heading into a year where high rates threaten to have a significant impact on farmer profitability and cash flow, we are excited to join with other industry leaders to offer low-rate financing for high-yielding new varieties like CLL19 and PVL04, as well as proven leaders like CLL18, CLL16 and PVL03,” says Dr. Walker.</p>

<p>Additional information about these programs, terms and conditions is available at horizonseed.com/news.<br><br></p>

<h2>#5. The Horizon Ag Productivity App</h2>

<p>Horizon Ag has created a mobile app that rice farmers will find a valuable resource when it comes to planning, variety selection, and planting.</p>

<p>The Horizon Ag Productivity App provides easy access to seeding rate information, a profitability calculator, a drill calibration tool, and other decision-making features. It is available by searching “Horizon Ag” in the App Store or Google Play on your mobile device.<br><br></p>

<p style="font-size:10px;">Always read and follow label directions. Clearfield® and Provisia® are registered trademarks of BASF.<br><br>

* Other limitations may apply. See full program terms and conditions for further details. Credit is subject to Rabo AgriFinance approval, terms and conditions. Must be a Rabo AgriFinance authorized retailer. Qualifying transactions must be submitted for payment by the program dates noted above to receive the incentive interest rate.<br><br>

** Offer limited to Multi-Use Account Agricultural customers with an available Special Terms limit. Subject to the Multi-Use Account credit agreement and approval. Offer is subject to change without prior notice due to unpredicted changes in market conditions. Changes to offer will not impact previously posted transactions. Offer may be limited to qualifying products. $5,000 minimum purchase required. Subject to merchant participation, see your local merchant for complete details. Multi-Use Accounts are a service of John Deere Financial, f.s.b. 2Offer valid on qualifying purchases made 01 October 2023 through 15 March 2024. Fixed 1.99% APR from date of purchase, which may be prior to delivery, until November 2024, when the entire purchase amount and accrued interest are due in full. Regular Multi-Use Account rates will apply after that date. Offer valid on qualifying purchases made 16 March 2024 through 30 September 2024. Fixed 2.99% APR from date of purchase, which may be prior to delivery, until November 2024, when the entire purchase amount and accrued interest are due in full. Regular Multi-Use Account rates will apply after that date.<br><br></p></div>
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As planting time nears, rice farmers are making seed decisions based on factors like yield potential, consistency, milling quality, disease resistance, maturity, weed control and stewardship. 

Recommendations for Provisia Rice in 2024

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<p>Last year, Horizon partnered with university and other industry leaders to help farmers best manage the Provisia Rice System. Their efforts resulted in significantly fewer confirmed instances of weedy rice outcrossing than the previous year.</p>

<p>Ahead of 2024, Horizon asked university rice experts to again weigh in on practices to maximize results with Provisia rice.</p>

<p>“The Provisia system is an excellent tool and will likely be the only tool of this type available for the foreseeable future,” says LSU AgCenter rice breeder Dr. Adam Famoso. “It is not as forgiving as the Clearfield® system and Newpath® herbicide, however, and will require more effort and attention.”</p>

<p>It is unlikely that we will see a new trait for weedy rice within the next 5 to 6 years,” adds Dr. Jason Norsworthy, University of Arkansas weed scientist. “The Clearfield/Fullpage® technology is ineffective on more than 90% of the weedy rice in Arkansas. If a similar level of resistance is to be prevented in Provisia, growers must take the steps necessary to preserve the technology.”<br><br></p>

<h2>Planting</h2>

<p>PVL03 was planted on almost a third of Louisiana’s long grain rice acreage in 2023. “PVL03 yields were solid this year and the Provisia herbicide system resulted in great weed control and one of the cleanest red rice-free crops we’ve had in many years,” Dr. Famoso says.</p>

<p>Dr. Famoso recommends farmers plant early to maximize yield potential and mitigate disease, using a 55-60 pounds per acre seeding rate for PVL03.</p>

<p>In the north Delta, Dr. Jarrod Hardke, Arkansas extension rice agronomist, agrees PVL03 and PVL04 perform best when planted early, preferably beginning in late March. Yield potential drops off once planting runs into May. He says a 50-75 pound per acre seeding rate should produce the optimal 20-30 seed/ft2.<br><br></p>

<h2>Plant Health</h2>

<p>Protecting plant health minimizes the risk of adverse impacts from the environment or herbicide antagonism in Provisia rice. Critical practices include using a recommended seed treatment, timely fertilizer applications, and monitoring for disease to keep plants healthy from the start.</p>

<p>Don’t make herbicide applications in rice showing bronzing, cold stress, or nutrient deficiency. Wait until the health problem has been addressed and the rice is healthy.</p>

<p>Dr. Hardke recommends using a full seed treatment package (insecticide plus fungicide). He adds that nitrogen rate response is similar to most common varieties but it’s important that potassium is adequate. Farmers also should consider a triazole application starting at 2-inch panicle (~1/2” + 7 days) to minimize the potential for Cercospora issues.<br><br></p>

<h2>Weed Management</h2>

<p>The Provisia Rice System has consistently proven its ability to result in clean fields and control costly weedy rice and red rice. Industry specialists say farmers can reduce the potential for antagonism and outcrosses by:

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<li>Starting clean, applying a residual burndown grass herbicide or using tillage in the fall to control weeds and limit early competition.</li>

<li>Relying on a stale seedbed approach to achieve an effective herbicide burndown and minimize weed flushes after planting.</li>

<li>Overlapping residual herbicides, applied at planting and with each Provisia application before flooding.</li>

<li>Applying Provisia as a solo application, when possible, especially on larger grasses.</li>

<li>Combining Provisia with Rogue® herbicide if fields are zero grade or side inlet.</li>

<li>Holding off on the first application of Provisia until the temperature is 65 degrees or above for three consecutive days, and rice is beyond the 2-leaf stage.</li>

<li>Spraying actively growing grasses, red rice and volunteer rice.</li>

<li>Making three applications of Provisia versus two at the higher labeled rate.</li>

<li>Having at least one Provisia application after the field is flooded.</li>

<li>Using proper carrier volumes for ground and aerial applications. “Carrier volume should be 10 GPA if you can find a pilot that will spray that volume,” says Dr. Norsworthy.</li>

<li>Practicing “zero tolerance” for weedy rice and red rice escapes.</li>

<li>Spot-treating any escapes, using drones if necessary.</li>

<li>Following the Provisia Rice System with soybeans if weedy rice is not being controlled with the Clearfield technology.</li>
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<p>“Most importantly, make sure you are using residual herbicides up front, minimizing the risk of antagonism by knowing what not to mix with Provisia, trying to get at least one application of Provisia by itself, and making sure you are using an adequate carrier volume to maximize your coverage,” says Dr. Connor Webster, LSU AgCenter weed scientist. “I always recommend a crop oil concentrate with ACCase herbicides to maximize uptake of these herbicides.”<br><br></p></div>
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The release of elite Provisia® rice varieties like PVL03 and new PVL04 is driving increased interest in the Provisia Rice System as an important tool to control weedy rice and resistant red rice.

Provisia Rice Panel at Cotton and Rice Conservation Systems Conferences

Join Horizon Ag and other rice industry leaders at the 2024 Cotton and Rice Conservation Systems Conferences in Jonesboro, Arkansas for an important panel discussion covering updated best management practices for Provisia varieties and the Provisia® Rice System.

Dr. Jason Norsworthy, University of Arkansas weed scientist, and Dr. Connor Webster, LSU AgCenter weed scientist, will join Dr. Tim Walker, general manager of Horizon Ag, to discuss key production areas for Provisia rice, based on learnings from the 2022 and 2023 seasons.

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“It is unlikely that we will see a new trait for weedy rice within the next 5 to 6 years,” says Dr. Norsworthy. “The Clearfield®/Fullpage® technology is ineffective on more than 90% of the weedy rice in Arkansas. If a similar level of resistance is to be prevented in Provisia, growers must take the steps necessary to preserve the technology.”

Dr. Webster notes several areas have risen to the top when it comes to applying best management practices in the system.

“I could write a manuscript on this topic but, most importantly, make sure you are using residual herbicides up front, minimizing the risk of antagonism by knowing what not to mix with Provisia herbicide, trying to get out at least one application of Provisia by itself, and making sure you are using an adequate carrier volume to maximize your coverage,” says Dr. Webster. “I also always recommend a crop oil concentrate with ACCase herbicides to maximize uptake.”

It's this type of insight that can pay off for producers turning to the Provisia Rice System and varieties like PVL03 and new PVL04, says Dr. Walker.

“The goal for this panel is to share the knowledge we’ve gained in recent years to help make farmers more productive and profitable while effectively stewarding the Provisia Rice System,” says Dr. Walker. “Besides the Provisia Rice System, we’ll discuss how to best manage PVL03 and PVL04, the first Provisia variety released by the University of Arkansas rice breeding program.”

The 2024 Cotton and Rice Conservation Systems Conferences are scheduled for Jan. 30 and 31 in Jonesboro, Arkansas at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Red Wolf Convention Center. The Provisia Rice Panel discussions will take place:

Tuesday, Jan. 30, breakout session #4, 2:25 p.m. to 3:11 p.m., room #3

Wednesday, Jan. 31, breakout session #9, 10:10 a.m. to 10:56 a.m., room #3

Certified Crop Advisor CEU credits are available for attending the session.

Also, be sure to stop by and visit with the Horizon Ag team, booths 20-21, in the Exhibitor Trade Show at the conference. We’ll be talking about the new varieties like CLL19 and PVL04, as well as other high-yielding varieties like CLL18 and CLL16.

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With new Horizon Ag varieties CLL19 and PVL04 joining the Horizon Ag lineup for 2024, and high-yielding CLL18 more readily available this season, we are getting a lot of questions about how these top performers fit on farms across the region. Listen as Missouri rice grower and Horizon Ag seed producer Zack Tanner describes his experiences with each one.

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Five Reasons to Plant Horizon Ag Varieties in 2024

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<h1>Five reasons to plant Horizon Ag varieties in 2024</h1>

<p><i>By Scott McClure</i></p>

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<p>With planting time in South Louisiana rapidly approaching, rice farmers are finalizing seed decisions based on factors like yield potential, consistency, milling quality, disease resistance, the need to spread maturity groups, and how to achieve clean fields while stewarding the latest weed control technology.</p>

<p>With its strongest variety lineup yet, plus programs and services designed to help rice farmers be more profitable, Horizon Ag is committed to providing the seed, tools, and support needed to set farms up for a strong performance in 2024.</p>

<p>Five reasons to plant Horizon Ag varieties in Louisiana this year include:<br><br></p>
 
<h2>#1. The Benefits of New CLL19</h2>

<p>New CLL19 is garnering a lot of attention heading into its first year of commercial production, based on its attributes like high yield potential, stalk strength, blast resistance, and milling quality. The long-grain Clearfield variety was developed at the LSU AgCenter H. Rouse Caffey Rice Research Station near Crowley and has consistently performed well in multi-location testing across the region since 2018.</p>

<p>“CLL19 has shown extremely high and very stable yields in trials we’ve done throughout Louisiana and in Arkansas, too,” said Dr. Adam Famoso, an LSU AgCenter rice breeder. “It’s higher yielding and more stable than what we’ve seen in our previous Clearfield varieties. It yields right up there with CLL16 and CLL18.”</p>

<p>Dr. Famoso says the variety has shown promising ratoon crop capacity, improved milling quality, and is early maturing, similar to CL111, which decreases time in the field and potential damage from weather events. Its blast resistance also will be valued by Louisiana farmers.</p>

<p>CLL19 yielded 60 barrels per acre in multiple seed production fields across Louisiana, Texas and Missouri, which, says Famoso, is an extremely high number on hundreds of acres.</p>

<p>“That’s pretty exceptional, and I think it highlights the yield potential,” he says. “There’s a lot of excitement, and we think it’s going to be a pretty impactful variety.”</p>

<p>Even though CLL19 is a semi-dwarf, it performed at similar yield levels to standard-height varieties in Arkansas, meaning it has potential in the North Delta too. Its early maturity also may make it a fit for short-season areas like the Missouri bootheel.</p>

<p>Zack Tanner, a farmer near Bernie, Missouri who produces seed for Horizon Ag, said that CLL19 was planted side-by-side with CLL18, an extremely high-yielding variety, and looked strong all season long.</p>

<p>“My impression of CLL19 is positive,” says Tanner. “We planted a 45 pounds-per-acre seeding rate and had very good emergence and good early season vigor. We didn't have any issues with sheath blight and saw zero blast in CLL19. It is a shorter variety, which we like. The heads are up, prominent and it was easy to harvest.”<br><br></p>

<h2>#2. Proven Performance with PVL03 and the Provisia Rice System</h2>

<p>There is a lot of momentum for PVL03 and the Provisia Rice System coming out of the 2023 season.</p>

<p>Despite PVL03 acreage increasing to almost 30% of the state’s rice plantings, the weedy rice outcrossing issues identified the previous season were significantly reduced, as many farmers adopted best management practices recommended by the Provisia Working Group.</p>

<p>Key management practices for 2023 that had an impact included starting with a clean seed bed, spraying when weeds were small and actively growing, and using recommended residual herbicides.</p>

<p>“The sentiment across much of the state was that rice fields throughout the region were significantly cleaner, overall, than had been seen in many years, with farmers effectively managing the threat of weedy rice and resistant red rice,” said Horizon Ag general manager Dr. Tim Walker. “In addition, average yields for PVL03 were consistently good and milling quality was superior to most other rice varieties and hybrids throughout harvest.”<br><br></p>

<h2>#3. Elite Varieties with a Range of Maturities</h2>

<p>One critical topic at last month’s USA Rice Outlook Conference in Indian Wells, California, was the generally lower milling quality reported in many areas of the South. A contributing factor was that a near-perfect planting season and early-season cold spell led to much of the crop reaching maturity at about the same time. Farmers were hard-pressed to harvest the large crop at optimum moisture levels, which adversely impacted milling quality.</p>

<p>One solution is to plant elite-performing varieties with a broad geographic fit that have a range of maturities. For example, start planting with new CLL19, a very early maturing semi-dwarf variety that has outstanding yield potential.</p>

<p>Next, plant CLL18, our highest-yielding pure line variety today and that matures a few days later than CLL19. Finally, finish up planting with CLL16, a longer-maturing rice that has consistently performed well throughout the region.</p>

<p>“I think this is the best portfolio Horizon Ag has ever had,” Dr. Tim Walker told the Outlook audience attending the products overview session. “All these varieties have a fit and they complement each other.”<br><br></p>

<h2>#4. 0% Financing on Horizon Ag Varieties</h2>

<p>Horizon Ag, BASF, and Rabo AgriFinance, part of the Rabobank Group, are partnering to offer 0%* financing for high-performing products for rice farmers for the coming season.</p>

<p>“Heading into a year where high interest rates are threatening to have a significant impact on farmer profitability and cash flow, we are excited to join with other industry leaders to offer 0% financing on high-yielding Clearfield® and Provisia® rice varieties,” says Dr. Tim Walker, Horizon Ag general manager. “These include our new varieties like CLL19 and PVL04, as well as proven leaders like CLL18, CLL16 and PVL03.”</p>

<p>Farmers can qualify for the program by purchasing one or more participating Horizon Ag and BASF products and meeting a minimum purchase/finance value of $5,000. Qualifying Horizon Ag varieties include Clearfield varieties CL119, CLL18, CLL16, CL111, CL153, CL151, CLJ01, CLM04 and CLHA02, along with Provisia varieties PVL03 and PVL04.</p>

<p>The program is available from Oct. 1, 2023, through September 30, 2024. The maturity date is Jan. 31, 2025.<br><br></p>

<h2>#5. The Horizon Ag Productivity App</h2>

<p>Horizon Ag has created a mobile app that rice farmers will find a valuable resource when it comes to planning, variety selection, and planting.</p>

<p>The Horizon Ag Productivity App provides easy access to seeding rate information, a profitability calculator, a drill calibration tool, and other decision-making features for 2024 Horizon Ag Clearfield<sup>®</sup> and Provisia<sup>®</sup> varieties.</p>

<p>It also makes it easy to connect with retailers in your area who sell top-performing Horizon Ag varieties like CLL18, CLL19, PVL03, and PVL04.</p>

<p>The app is available by searching “Horizon Ag” in the App Store or Google Play.</p>

<p>More information about Horizon Ag varieties and services available this season can be found by contacting your <a href="https://www.horizonseed.com/contact" style="color:#70b543;">Horizon Ag District Field Representative.</a><br><br></p>
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Horizon Ag is committed to providing the seed, tools, and support needed to set farms up for a strong performance in 2024.

Rice Quality at Heart of U.S. Market Share Woes in Latin America

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<h1>Rice quality at heart of U.S. market share woes in Latin America</h1>

<p>By Todd Fitchette, <i>Delta FarmPress</i><br>January 3, 2024<br><br></p>

<p>Southern U.S. rice farmers were cautioned to focus more on rice quality as the industry seeks to expand market share in Latin America and elsewhere. The caveat to this is understanding the word “quality” from the perspective of customers in Central and South America.</p>

<p>Latin American customers don’t want sticky rice, according to Amilcar Ybarra Rojas, president, and CEO of Agricorp S.A., a rice marketer from Nicaragua. Neither do they want chalky rice.</p>

<p>Tim Walker, general manager of Horizon Ag, a Memphis-based rice company with deep connections to the U.S. Southern rice industry, said Latin American customers buy rice with their eyes: they look at it for its long grain, consistent grain length, and low chalkiness. Secondly, they don’t want it to clump together when cooked.</p>

<p>About 15 years ago the U.S. began to lose market share to South American competitors who were able to meet the higher quality demands of Latin American customers. Walker said the loss in market share does not appear to be one of price, but the stated lower quality of U.S. rice sold on commodity markets. South American rice producers from Brazil, Argentina, and elsewhere have capitalized on this quality issue, Walker said.<br><br></p>

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<p style="font-size:14px; color:#70b543;"><i>Amilcar Ybarra Rojas, left, a buyer of U.S. rice from Nicaragua, explains to Tim Walker, general manager of Horizon Ag how the U.S. lost market share to his South American neighbors, and how the U.S. can get that market share back.</i> <span style="font-size:10px; color:#003863;">TODD FITCHETTE</span><br><br></p>

<h2>Market Share</h2>

<p>Walker interviewed Rojas during the general session of the annual USA Rice Outlook Conference, held earlier in December in California. In the discussion, Walker wanted Rojas to explain to rice industry leaders and growers why the U.S. lost its market share, and how the U.S. can get that back.</p>

<p>“People are looking for rice with better cooking quality that doesn’t stick together,” Rojas said.</p>

<p>Though critical of the U.S. rice industry’s apparent slow response to addressing rice quality efforts through breeding and agronomic practices, Rojas said that all is not lost for the United States. Market share to Nicaragua is improving, albeit slowly. While countries like Costa Rica have been more reluctant to being buying U.S. rice in quantities seen previously, Walker said the focus has been on Nicaragua.</p>

<p>Walker believes that where Nicaragua goes, so too will other Latin American countries when it comes to U.S. rice imports. It won’t happen overnight, he said, but the likelihood is there if U.S. farmers can produce the quality of rice Nicaragua wants, the remainder of Central and South American may follow.</p>

<p>For Rojas, rice quality reflects less on milling, and more on its amylose content. That is the starch content in rice that makes it fluffy or sticky when cooked. The higher the amylose content, the firmer and fluffier it is. Low amylose rice tends to be stickier and moister in texture.<br><br></p>

<h2>Consumer Choice</h2>

<p>Rojas said sticky or fluffy rice is a personal consumer choice, yet an important preference for U.S. farmers to understand if they are going to sell rice around the world.</p>

<p>“Is there hope for the United States to reverse the trend of declining market share in Nicaragua and other countries,” Walker asked of Rojas.</p>

<p>“Yes, of course,” he replied. “And you have partners like us that will help.”<br><br></p>

<h2>Staple Source</h2>

<p>Rice remains a staple source of food for global consumers, but their taste in rice varies widely. U.S. farmers exported two million metric tons of rice, valued at $1.7 billion in 2022, according to the U.S. Foreign Agricultural Service.</p>

<p>Nicaragua, where Agricorp is based, is a top-10 market for U.S. rice, valued at just under $50 million in annual sales. Japan is the leading destination for U.S. rice. Half of the industry’s 10 leading export destinations are in Latin America, according to FAS.</p>

<p>FAS Administrator Daniel Whitley told rice industry leaders at the USA Rice Outlook Conference in California that his agency exists to help rice farmers and other U.S. farmers to market their products abroad.</p>

<p>“We represent all of your interests around the world,” Whitley said to the general session audience of several hundred people at USA Rice. “We have a presence in roughly 165 countries around the world (with) trained experts in agriculture dedicated to catering to your interests and needs.”<br><br></p></div>
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Latin American rice buyers are looking for rice that is not sticky or chalky.

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<h1>Recommendations for Provisia Rice in 2024<br><br></h1>

<p>The release of elite Provisia<sup>®</sup> rice varieties like PVL03 and new PVL04 is driving increased interest in the Provisia Rice System as an important tool to control weedy rice and resistant red rice.</p>

<p>Last year, Horizon partnered with university and other industry leaders to help farmers best manage the Provisia Rice System. Their efforts resulted in significantly fewer confirmed instances of weedy rice outcrossing than the previous year.</p>

<p>Ahead of 2024, Horizon asked university rice experts to again weigh in on practices to maximize results with Provisia rice.</p>

<p>“The Provisia system is an excellent tool and will likely be the only tool of this type available for the foreseeable future,” says LSU AgCenter rice breeder Dr. Adam Famoso. “It is not as forgiving as the Clearfield<sup>®</sup> system and Newpath<sup>®</sup> herbicide, however, and will require more effort and attention.”</p>

<p>It is unlikely that we will see a new trait for weedy rice within the next 5 to 6 years,” adds Dr. Jason Norsworthy, University of Arkansas weed scientist. “The Clearfield/Fullpage<sup>®</sup> technology is ineffective on more than 90% of the weedy rice in Arkansas. If a similar level of resistance is to be prevented in Provisia, growers must take the steps necessary to preserve the technology.”<br><br></p>

<h2>Planting</h2>

<p>PVL03 was planted on almost a third of Louisiana’s long grain rice acreage in 2023. “PVL03 yields were solid this year and the Provisia herbicide system resulted in great weed control and one of the cleanest red rice-free crops we’ve had in many years,” Dr. Famoso says.</p>

<p>Dr. Famoso recommends farmers plant early to maximize yield potential and mitigate disease, using a 55-60 pounds per acre seeding rate for PVL03.</p>

<p>In the north Delta, Dr. Jarrod Hardke, Arkansas extension rice agronomist, agrees PVL03 and PVL04 perform best when planted early, preferably beginning in late March. Yield potential drops off once planting runs into May. He says a 50-75 pound per acre seeding rate should produce the optimal 20-30 seed/ft<sup>2</sup>.<br><br></p>

<h2>Plant Health</h2>

<p>Protecting plant health minimizes the risk of adverse impacts from the environment or herbicide antagonism in Provisia rice. Critical practices include using a recommended seed treatment, timely fertilizer applications, and monitoring for disease to keep plants healthy from the start.</p>

<p>Don’t make herbicide applications in rice showing bronzing, cold stress, or nutrient deficiency. Wait until the health problem has been addressed and the rice is healthy.</p>

<p>Dr. Hardke recommends using a full seed treatment package (insecticide plus fungicide). He adds that nitrogen rate response is similar to most common varieties but it’s important that potassium is adequate. Farmers also should consider a triazole application starting at 2-inch panicle (~1/2” + 7 days) to minimize the potential for Cercospora issues.<br><br></p>

<h2>Weed Management</h2>

<p>The Provisia Rice System has consistently proven its ability to result in clean fields and control costly weedy rice and red rice. Industry specialists say farmers can reduce the potential for antagonism and outcrosses by:

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<li>Starting clean, applying a residual burndown grass herbicide or using tillage in the fall to control weeds and limit early competition.</li>
<li>Relying on a stale seedbed approach to achieve an effective herbicide burndown and minimize weed flushes after planting.</li>
<li>Overlapping residual herbicides, applied at planting and with each Provisia application before flooding.</li>
<li>Applying Provisia as a solo application, when possible, especially on larger grasses.</li>
<li>Combining Provisia with Rogue<sup>®</sup> herbicide if fields are zero grade or side inlet.</li>
<li>Holding off on the first application of Provisia until the temperature is 65 degrees or above for three consecutive days, and rice is beyond the 2-leaf stage.</li>
<li>Spraying actively growing grasses, red rice and volunteer rice.</li>
<li>Making three applications of Provisia versus two at the higher labeled rate.</li>
<li>Having at least one Provisia application after the field is flooded.</li>
<li>Using proper carrier volumes for ground and aerial applications. “Carrier volume should be 10 GPA if you can find a pilot that will spray that volume,” says Dr. Norsworthy.</li>
<li>Practicing “zero tolerance” for weedy rice and red rice escapes.</li>
<li>Spot-treating any escapes, using drones if necessary.</li>
<li>Following the Provisia Rice System with soybeans if weedy rice is not being controlled with the Clearfield technology.</li>
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<p>“Most importantly, make sure you are using residual herbicides up front, minimizing the risk of antagonism by knowing what not to mix with Provisia, trying to get at least one application of Provisia by itself, and making sure you are using an adequate carrier volume to maximize your coverage,” says Dr. Connor Webster, LSU AgCenter weed scientist. “I always recommend a crop oil concentrate with ACCase herbicides to maximize uptake of these herbicides.”<br><br></p>
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Get Special 0% Financing for Horizon Ag Varieties

Horizon Ag, BASF and Rabo AgriFinance, part of the Rabobank Group, are partnering to offer 0%* financing for high-performing products for rice farmers for the coming season.

“Heading into a year where high interest rates are threatening to have a significant impact on farmer profitability and cash flow, we are excited to join with other industry leaders to offer 0% financing on high-yielding Clearfield® and Provisia® rice varieties,” says Dr. Tim Walker, Horizon Ag general manager. “These include our new varieties like CLL19 and PVL04, as well as proven leaders like CLL18, CLL16 and PVL03.”

Farmers can qualify for the program by purchasing one or more participating Horizon Ag and BASF products and meeting a minimum purchase/finance value of $5,000.

Qualifying Horizon Ag varieties include Clearfield varieties CLL19, CLL18, CLL16, CL111, CL153, CL151, CLJ01, CLHA02 and CLM04, along with Provisia varieties PVL03 and PVL04.

The program is available from Oct. 1, 2023, through September 30, 2024. The maturity date is Jan. 31, 2025.

Contact your Horizon Ag representative for details. You can contact Rabo AgriFinance by calling 1-888-395-8505 or applying online at Grower.Raboag.com.

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Maximizing Results with Provisia Rice

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<h1>Maximizing Results with Provisia Rice</h1>

<p>By Scott McClure<br><br></p>

<p>The release of elite Provisia rice varieties like PVL03 in recent years and new PVL04 is driving increased interest in the Provisia Rice System as an important tool to control weedy rice and resistant red rice and grasses, as well as to rotate with Clearfield rice to extend the effectiveness of both technologies.</p>

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<p style="font-size:14px; color:#70b543;"><i>PVL03, bred by LSU AgCenter rice breeders, was the #1 planted rice variety in Louisiana this past season. In 2024, it will be joined by new PVL04 from the University of Arkansas rice breeding program.</i><br><br></p>

<p>As Provisia acres expand, industry leaders continue to study ways to help farmers steward the technology to prevent the development of resistant weedy rice outcrossing and use best management practices to maximize yield and profit potential.</p>

<p>Going into the 2023 season, Horizon partnered with university and other industry leaders, to help farmers best manage the Provisia Rice System. The practices that were communicated resulted in significantly fewer confirmed instances of weedy rice outcrossing than the previous year.</p>

<p>Ahead of 2024, Horizon asked university and extension rice experts to again weigh in on management practices to maximize results with Provisia rice.</p>

<p>LSU AgCenter rice breeder Dr. Adam Famoso noted that the management requirements of the Provisia Rice System differ some from the Clearfield Production System for Rice. Stewarding both weed systems is critical since new technology is likely years away.</p>

<p>“The Provisia system with Provisia herbicide is an excellent tool and will likely be the only tool of this type available for the foreseeable future,” says Dr. Famoso. “It is not as forgiving as the Clearfield system and Newpath herbicide, however, and will require more effort and attention to make it last.”<br><br></p>

<h2>Planting</h2>

<p>Provisia variety PVL03, in its second year of commercial production, was the most widely grown variety in Louisiana, planted on about a third of the state’s long grain rice acreage. “PVL03 yields were very solid this year and the Provisia herbicide system resulted in great weed control and one of the cleanest red rice-free crops we’ve had in many years,” Dr. Famoso says.</p>

<p>Getting the crop off to a strong start is important. Dr. Famoso recommends farmers plant early to maximize yield potential and mitigate disease, using a 55-60 pounds per acre seeding rate for PVL03, considering planting and spraying environments when determining the rate.</p>

<p>“Assume lower seeding survival rates during early planting and more herbicide injury/death due to weather,” he adds. “Too low of a stand will also impact the second crop, probably more than the first crop. Keep a healthy, actively growing crop and flush when needed.”</p>

<p>Those recommendations were echoed by Dr. Ronnie Levy, LSU AgCenter rice specialist, who added, “Based on our experiences, we recommend farmers plant early within the recommended planting dates.”<br><br></p>

<h2>Plant Health</h2>

<p>Monitoring and protecting plant health is also important when it comes to minimizing the risk of adverse impacts from the environment or herbicides in Provisia rice. Critical practices include using a recommended seed treatment, making timely fertilizer applications, and monitoring for disease threats to keep plants growing and healthy from the start.</p>

<p>Famoso says farmers should avoid being late on nitrogen applications that might limit plant vigor or tillering. Levy recommends farmers not apply herbicide to “any rice that is showing bronzing, cold stress, or nutrient deficiency.  Wait until the health problem has been addressed and the rice is healthy.”<br><br></p>

<h2>Weed Management</h2>

<p>The Provisia Rice System has consistently proved its ability to result in clean fields and control costly weedy rice and red rice. Still, industry specialists say there are management practices farmers can implement to minimize the potential for herbicide antagonism and prevent outcrossing. These include</p>

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<li>Taking steps in the fall to control weeds and limit early competition in the coming season, like applying a residual burndown grass herbicide or using tillage.</li>

<li>Holding off on making the first application of Provisia herbicide until the temperature is 65 degrees or above for three consecutive days.</li>

<li>Letting the size and population of weedy rice dictate follow-up applications, with an emphasis on spraying actively growing grasses, red rice and volunteer rice.</li>

<li>Making three applications of Provisia herbicide at 10.5, 10.5 and then 10 oz. per acre versus two applications at the higher labeled rate of 15.5 oz. each.</li>

<li>Having at least one Provisia herbicide application after the field is flooded</li>

<li>Using proper carrier volumes for ground and aerial applications.</li>

<li>Practicing “zero tolerance” for weedy rice and red rice escapes.</li>
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<p>Famoso adds that spray volume can directly impact coverage, with low volumes more likely to result in skips. “That doesn’t mean the low volumes will never work and high volumes will never have skips, but the probability is greater,” he said. “If there is good application coverage, there should be few escapes.”</p>

<p>If escapes do occur, Dr. Levy says removing the threat is essential. “There should be zero tolerance for weedy rice and red rice escapes. We need to spot-treat any escapes, using drones if necessary.”<br><br></p></div>
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As Provisia acres expand, industry leaders continue to study ways to help farmers steward the technology to prevent the development of resistant weedy rice outcrossing and use best management practices to maximize yield and profit potential.

Farmer Zack Tanner on New Variety PVL04 and Keeping Fields Clean

Southeast Missouri farmer Zack Tanner shares how new Provisia variety PVL04 helps keep fields clean while providing strong performance. “When we are shooting for zero weeds, the Provisia technology helps us achieve that.”

New PVL04 | Aiming for Zero Weeds Even on Tough Acres

Farmer Zack Tanner on the Value of CLL18

Southeast Missouri rice farmer, Zack Tanner, shares how CLL18 delivers economic value and outstanding yield potential.

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Farmer Zack Tanner on New Variety CLL19 | “A Great Fit On Any Farm”

Rice farmer Zack Tanner shares how CLL19 is a great fit on any farm looking for an early-maturing variety with excellent vigor, standability and solid yield potential. In the face of tough wind pressure in Southeast Missouri, the semi-dwarf variety stood strong without lodging.

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Quality Rice Seed and Stewardship of Technology

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<h1>Quality Rice Seed and Stewardship of Technology</h1>

<p>By Whitney Haigwood, <i>Delta FarmPress</i><br>October 20, 2023<br><br></p>

<h2>At a Glance</h2>

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<li>Zack Tanner and his family have produced rice seed for Horizon Ag since the early 2000s.</li>

<li>In 2023, he grew Clearfield CLL18 and new varieties, Clearfield CLL19 and Provisia PVL04.</li>

<li>Stewardship of this weed control technology is essential to its continued effectiveness.</li>
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<p>Rice production takes ample management, and that is certainly the case for Zack Tanner and his family in the bootheel of Missouri. Tanner Seed Company serves as a pivotal point between the rice breeder and the broader market. They have produced rice seed on their operation for Horizon Ag since the early 2000s, with rice crops that yield parent seed to be sold and planted in upcoming production seasons.</p>

<p>This year, Tanner grew and harvested two of the newest Clearfield and Provisia varieties expected to debut on the 2024 market. Clearfield variety CLL19 and Provisia variety PVL04 will expand Horizon Ag’s portfolio, known for proven performance and alternate modes of action against herbicide resistant weedy rice.<br><br></p>

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<p>Recently, Farm Press attended a Horizon Ag Field Day in Harrisburg, Ark., to learn from specialists, researchers, and producers about these new varieties. Tanner was amongst the presenters and invited Farm Press to his operation in the north Mississippi Delta to see the progress of his rice crop.</p>

<p>Pristine fields on Tanner’s farm serve as evidence of his commitment to rice production and bringing quality seed to market. By the same token, farmers and consultants are encouraged to practice good stewardship to help keep this technology around for the long haul.</p>

<h2>Parent Rice Production</h2>

<p>The Tanner family has been in the rice seed business since the 1970s, specializing in parent seed production since 2008. Clean fields are crucial to quality seed production, which makes management a bit more intense on Tanner’s operation.</p>

<p>“We only produce rice seed on our farm. We must maintain a very clean atmosphere throughout the growing season so we can see if there are any negative off types in our seed,” Tanner said.</p>

<p>The season begins by blocking drill openers at planting. This creates an unplanted lane every 20 feet through the rice field and makes it easier for the roguing crew to walk the fields later in the season.</p>

<p>“Since we produce registered seed, we physically walk every seed acre to remove any off types. The lanes help to guide us through the field,” he explained.</p>

<p>This process begins July 4 and continues through late August, just before the fields are drained. Since Tanner does not plant the levees for seed, he removes them completely for quick and easy draining.</p>

<p>“Tearing the levees down completely is kind of the silver lining in not getting to plant them. They are gone at harvest and the combines can go where they need to go,” Tanner said.</p>

<p>From there, harvested rice seed is taken to the seed company where it is dried, cleaned, and conditioned for the upcoming production season.</p>

<p>Tanner noted that another silver lining in rice seed production is getting firsthand experience with the new varieties. This year he grew Provisia PVL04 and Clearfield varieties CLL18 and CLL19, which all look fantastic.</p>

<p>For a closer look at these varieties on Tanner's operation, you can check out this Farm Press slide show, Variety Spotlight: <a href="https://www.farmprogress.com/rice/variety-spotlight-clearfield-and-provisia-rice" target="_blank">Clearfield and Provisia rice.</a><br><br></p>

<h2>Technology Stewardship</h2>

<p>The topic of stewarding these technologies surfaced during a presentation by Jason Norsworthy, distinguished professor of weed science at the Arkansas Division of Ag. While Provisia and Clearfield varieties are excellent for weed control, Norsworthy cautioned about the need to preserve the integrity of the technology.</p>

<p>“The Provisia Rice System is all we are going to have for the next few years to control the weedy rice and resistant red rice issues that are costing farmers significant production and profit potential year after year. We have good Provisia varieties that perform consistently, and we must steward and protect this technology, so it is around for years to come,” Norsworthy said.</p>

<p>One stewardship recommendation is the move from a two-pass herbicide system to a three-pass system. Norsworthy suggested 10 fluid ounces at the 2-leaf growth stage, 10 fluid ounces at the 5-leaf growth stage, and finally, a post-flood application to reduce the risk of weedy rice coming to seed and outcrossing.</p>

<p>Crop rotation is another management practice to preserve both the Provisia and Clearfield technologies; because consecutive planting of one or both, year after year, can lead to herbicide resistance.</p>

<p>The Provisia Working Group will finalize its revised BMPs in the coming weeks and share those recommendations with farmers and the industry during winter meetings ahead of the 2024 season.<br><br></p></div>
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Production and protection of Clearfield and Provisia rice varieties.

Variety Spotlight: Clearfield and Provisia Rice

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<h1>Variety Spotlight: Clearfield and Provisia Rice</h1>

<p>By Whitney Haigwood, <i>Delta FarmPress</i><br>October 20, 2023<br><br></p>

<p>Horizon Ag maintains partnerships across the industry to bring high quality Clearfield and Provisia rice seed to the market. This includes industry partners like BASF and seed retailers, along with university breeding programs, researchers and Extension leaders.</p>

<p>Partnerships also include rice seed producers, like Zack Tanner at Tanner Seed Company in Bernie, Mo. This year, Tanner grew Clearfield varieties CLL18, CLL19 and Provisia PVL04.</p>

<p>Tanner said that a silver lining of rice seed production is getting a first-hand look at the newest varieties, and he invited Farm Press to his operation to see the progress. Additionally, Horizon Ag general manager, Tim Walker and LSU AgCenter rice breeder, Adam Famoso joined the conversation to highlight these latest releases.<br><br></p>

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“With the economic pressures from high-interest rates putting a squeeze on farm finances again this year, we are excited to offer farmers an opportunity to reduce some of that pressure by offering a much more attractive rate on our varieties and select BASF crop protection products for rice,” says Dr. Tim Walker, Horizon Ag general manager. “Our goal is to put farmers first, giving them more options to improve profitability.”

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As Harvesting Gains Momentum, All Eyes on Yields and Quality

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Harvest is wrapping up in south Louisiana and Texas. I estimate that south Louisiana is 85 to 90% complete, with the majority of the remaining acres located in the northern part of the region. The western Texas Rice Belt is 95% complete, and I estimate that the eastern region of Texas is 70% complete. 

Yields have dropped off some the later we advance into the harvest season. Yields have still been decent in both Texas and south Louisiana, overall, but as I have mentioned in past updates, quality appears to be lower than in years past. I believe that the hot, dry weather that has been favorable for harvest efficiency has also caused problems with milling.

It’s exciting to see that PVL03 is still one of the top millers in Louisiana, considering the significant acreage it was planted on this year.

The condition of the ratoon crop is a little all over the place. I have heard of some fields having quick regrowth and others that have not had it. Surface water availability and the possibility of salt intrusion in far south Louisiana has hampered the flooding of some of the later ratoon fields.

If you would like me to look at something or have any questions, please feel free to contact me.

Corey Conner
District Field Representative
337-249-9523

Though some rice has been harvested, we are still a few days away from really getting going. The little bit of rice that has been harvested indicates we likely have a good yielding crop in the field.  

It is still too early to know about milling. I’ve received some calls about applying sodium chlorate. When I was with Mississippi State, I never recommended salting more than I could harvest in 3 days. The University of Arkansas says 5 days. The way I see it, especially early in the season, what you think you can harvest in 3 days usually takes a day or so longer anyway. Just be careful. 

Harvest efficiency is important, especially this year when multiple crops are finishing at the same time; however, milling is an important factor in the final price you receive. Some varieties hold head rice milling at lower moistures better than others. 

We strongly recommend harvesting CLL16 at moistures above 15% to capitalize on the best milling potential. PVL03 is a variety that seems to be more stable in milling across a wider range of harvest moisture.

Dr. Tim Walker
General Manager
901-590-9564

We are finally arriving at the end of the season.  Harvest has started on a small scale in my territory.  I think, however, it will be wide open next week.

Draining continues across the area and I believe we will have this crop fully drained by the first or second week in September. I have not heard any yield or milling reports to date but should be getting some yield reports in next.

We are in a hot, dry stretch and, according to the forecast, I would caution on draining too soon. We want to make sure that we have enough moisture in the field to finish the crop out in good condition. The dry weather is good for harvesting but we do not want to sacrifice some grain fill opportunity at this point in the year.

I hope everyone has a good and safe harvest season.  If you need anything, please let me know and I will help any way I can.

William "Hutch" Hutchens
District Field Representative
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