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Kennedy Rice Mill is a woman-owned rice mill located in Mer Rouge, Louisiana, in the heart of the Mississippi Delta. With approximately 200 employees, the company has played an important role in revitalizing its local community while supporting generations of Louisiana rice farmers.
Founded on a commitment to quality, Kennedy Rice Mill works closely with local growers to plant specific rice varieties based on consumer preferences and market demand, ensuring every grain delivers the quality and flavor customers expect. Meryl Kennedy and her sisters also own the consumer brand 4 Sisters Rice, which showcases their premium Louisiana-grown rice to customers around the world.
With support from SUSTA, 4 Sisters Rice has been able to participate in major international trade shows, connect with global buyers, and explore new export opportunities. For a small, family-owned business, accessing international markets can be challenging - but programs like SUSTA provide the resources and connections needed to compete globally and share Southern agricultural products with consumers worldwide.
As we celebrate the International Year of the Woman Farmer, SUSTA is proud to highlight the leadership, innovation, and dedication of women like Meryl Kennedy and her sisters. Their story represents the impact women farmers and agribusiness leaders are making across the Southern United States - strengthening rural communities, supporting local producers, and bringing high-quality American products to markets around the globe.
