Member Spotlight: Pam West, Texas Rice Milling, Home of Honestly Texas Rice
About Texas Rice Milling:
Texas Rice Milling, home of Honestly Texas Rice, has been a cornerstone of the Katy agricultural community for 60 years. With a legacy rooted in generational rice farming, they are dedicated to providing high-quality, sustainably grown rice while fostering transparency and community engagement.
Vision and Inspiration:
As a family-operated business, Texas Rice Milling is inspired by a deep passion for agriculture and a commitment to preserving their heritage. Their vision has evolved to embrace innovation and sustainability while staying true to their core values of honesty and transparency.
Setting Them Apart:
Honestly Texas Rice stands out for its commitment to these core values:
- Honestly Safe: They prioritize consumer safety by using innovative technology and sustainable farming practices.
- Honestly Sustainable: Their farmers value the soil and have developed methods to utilize rainwater for irrigation, minimizing their environmental impact. They also contribute to wildlife habitat preservation by leaving water and rice seeds in the fields during winter for migrating birds.
- Honestly Texas: Their rice is proudly grown, milled, and bagged in Texas, supporting local communities and reducing their carbon footprint.
Benefits of Chamber Membership:
Pam highlights the benefits of Chamber membership, emphasizing community involvement, valuable connections, and increased brand awareness.
Community Engagement:
Texas Rice Milling actively engages with the local community through:
- Participation in local festivals
- School district teacher expos
- Rice donations to local non-profit food pantries
- Donations of baskets for local non-profit events and galas
Advice for New Members:
Pam encourages new Chamber members to be actively involved, engage with other members, and utilize the membership portal to maximize the benefits of membership.
Keys to Success:
Texas Rice Milling's success stems from their commitment to sustainable farming practices, environmental stewardship, and community engagement. They partner with organizations like the Katy Prairie Conservancy to further enhance wildlife habitat and contribute to the region's ecological well-being.
Overcoming Challenges:
The company has faced challenges such as unpredictable weather patterns, the depletion of farmland due to development, and rising operational costs. However, their dedication to sustainable practices and community support has enabled them to overcome these hurdles.
Product Highlight:
Pam takes great pride in Honestly Texas Rice, a product that embodies their values of safety, sustainability, and local sourcing.
Staying Ahead:
Texas Rice Milling stays ahead in a competitive market by emphasizing their local roots and commitment to quality. Their "Texas grown, milled, and bagged" approach resonates with consumers seeking transparency and supporting local businesses.
Connect with Texas Rice Milling:
Email: marketing@texasricemilling.com
Phone: 281-732-1038