Rice Production by State 2026
Rice Production (CWT)
State | Rice Production 2026 (CWT)↓ | |
|---|---|---|
 | Arkansas | 66M |
 | California | 44.2M |
 | Louisiana | 26.5M |
 | Texas | 9.1M |
 | Missouri | 9M |
 | Mississippi | 3.7M |
 | United States | 158.4M |
- CWT is an abbreviation for hundredweight, a unit of measurement equivalent to 100 pounds in the US (the “short hundredweight”, or “cental”) and 112 pounds (a “long hundredweight”) in the UK. CWT is typically used to price agricultural or industrial goods (particularly raw materials) such as fruits and vegetables, grains, steel, and livestock.
Rice production in the United States is an essential component of the country’s agriculture sector, with several states contributing significantly to the overall output. The leading rice-producing states include Arkansas, Louisiana, California, Texas, and Missouri. These states benefit from a combination of favorable climate conditions, fertile soils, and well-established agricultural infrastructure that support the large-scale cultivation of rice. Rice is a staple food in many diets worldwide and is used in a wide variety of dishes, which has driven much of the industry’s growth.
In terms of global rice production, the United States ranks among the top producers, but it is not among the largest producers, as countries such as China, India, Indonesia, and Bangladesh lead the way in rice production. These countries have significantly higher output due to the vast areas under rice cultivation and the staple nature of rice in their respective populations’ diets.
