The Women Responsible for Italian Rice—and Workers’ Rights
The legacy of Italy’s mondine—the women who historically weeded the country’s many rice fields—is agricultural, cultural, culinary, and above all, political.
Historic Drought Threatens Future of Rice Farming in Italy
At the time of the rice harvest in Italy, a reflection on the devastating effects of this year’s drought on Italian farmers, as well as our global food system.
The Hidden Histories of Broken Rice
The broken rice narrative is one about survival, nourishment and colonization for West African and Vietnamese lives.
Rice, a Staple Food in Nigeria, Is Fast Becoming a Luxury Item
Rice, a staple meal in Nigeria, has gradually become a luxury item as government policy continues to affect the price and distribution of this food item.
Why Rice?
Five women reflect on what rice means to them personally, culturally and economically as food industry leaders.
Against the Grain
In Italy, rice is as integral to the country’s culture as pasta. On her Tuscan farm, Ariane Lotti carries a tradition of rice production with an effort toward more ethical and sustainable practices.