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Care More Be Better: A Podcast For Sustainable Social Impact and Regeneration

Care More Be Better: A Podcast For Sustainable Social Impact and Regeneration

Revolutionizing Rice With Caryl Levine & Ken Lee

Jun 18, 2025 · 1h 1m

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Rice is a staple food for more than half the world’s population. Although it is usually white, there are many other colors and types of rice out there. Caryl Levine and Ken Lee have pioneered the introduction of heirloom red and black rice to the United States. Joining Corinna Bellizzi, they share how they are reshaping the way Americans see, think about, and consume rice, all while empowering smallholder farmers and promoting regenerative agriculture. Caryl and Ken also discuss how their efforts impact global food systems, cut methane emissions, and empower women in the field of agriculture.About Guest:Caryl Levine and Ken Lee are jointly co-founders of Lotus Foods, Inc., the successful…