Our History
Farmers Rice Milling Company has been serving both the domestic and export markets with the finest milled rice available since 1917.
Many things have changed in the last 100 years, but one thing that has remained constant is our commitment to our customers and the quality of our products.
1917
The Beginning
The original rice mill was located on the banks of an irrigation canal and utilized the same steam engine that drove the irrigation pump. After the rice crop was harvested, the belts on the engine were reversed, and the rice mill would be powered by the very same steam engine.
1980
Early Days
Located in the prime rice producing area of Southwest Louisiana, Farmers Rice Mill has for years handled the highest quality of long and medium grain rice varieties.
1998
Modernization
State of the art milling and sorting equipment allows Farmers Rice Milling Company the ability to process any type of rice to any specification required. We continue to strive for excellence by constantly modifying and upgrading our operations.
2017
Turn Of A Century
Today, Farmers Rice Milling Company is one of the largest rice mills in the world on a throughput basis. This year, we are proudly celebrating our 100th Anniversary.