| During the month of July, promotions in Guatemala gained national attention, featuring the use and consumption of U.S. rice in different activities. One of the most important was the Fourth of July celebration at the American Embassy in Guatemala, where a giant Jambalaya was cooked for 1,500 guests. The rice-based Cajun dish included chicken, ham, and shrimp as well. In the 4th of July celebration, the southern flavor of the U.S. was highlighted and it was shown how rice is abundant, rich, and very economical to use. USRPA has participated hand in hand in the local activities of the U.S. Embassy through its local partner in the promotions of American rice. USRPA has also continued with visits to schools to promote the use and consumption of U.S. rice in the School Nutrition Program, serving to date more than 50,000 children, training about 1,600 teachers and about 82,000 housewives who are the mothers of the students who attend these schools. USRPA ensures that cooking classes always focus on the nutrition, affordability, and versatility of U.S. rice. |
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