New management of the Portuguese Rice Growers Association gives priority to innovation and water management

The Portuguese Rice Growers Association (AOP) is pleased to announce the election of a new board of directors for the 2024-2026 period. The election took place during the General Assembly held on January 12th at COTArroz, where members committed to the sector were chosen to lead the association in the coming years. One of the main characteristics of this continuity direction is its expansion, including additional members with the aim of ensuring more comprehensive representation across the country. The decision to expand the direction reflects the association's commitment to listening to the diverse perspectives of rice farmers from different regions, ensuring a transversal approach to the challenges faced by the sector. The AOP represents 21,200 hectares of rice, thus making up 82% of the area cultivated with this cereal. Portugal is the fourth largest rice producer in Europe and in terms of consumption it is also one of the main ones, with a per capita consumption of 16 kg/year ...