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On Friday, March 28, 2025, CORPCOM celebrated its 30th anniversary with a special event attended by its members, leaders of rice producer associations, and public officials. The highlight of the evening was a recognition presented by the Municipality of Samborondón, honoring CORPCOM’s contributions to the Ecuadorian rice industry. During the ceremony, Dr. Silvia Tutiven Ortega, Vice Mayor of Samborondón, presented a special award to Juan Pablo Zúñiga, president of CORPCOM, in acknowledgment of the organization's legacy and its impact on the professional advancement of Ecuador’s rice industry. This recognition underscores CORPCOM’s role in providing technical information, training, and strategic support for the state, producers, and businesses investing in the sector. In his remarks, Juan Pablo Zúñiga stated, "CORPCOM has played a vital role as the second link in the rice value chain, serving as a source of technical information for the state, producers, and businesses interested in investing in the sector. Additionally, we have been committed to providing training for producers and industry professionals, aiming to enhance the quality and productivity of rice." The 30th-anniversary celebration not only honored CORPCOM’s achievements but also reinforced its mission to support the continued growth and modernization of the sector. Here’s to the next chapter of excellence in Ecuador’s rice industry. "We thank Juan Pablo Zuñiga and CORPCOM for the kind invitation. We regret that we could not make it, but we recognize and celebrate CORPCOM’s incredible achievements over the past 30 years," said Marcela Garcia, USRPA President & CEO. |