Lotus Foods

• Booth: 1534

Since 1995, Lotus Foods has built strong partnerships around the world to bring you the highest quality heirloom, organic rice, ramen, and rice noodles. Our rice is grown using regenerative More Crop Per Drop® farming methods to produce more rice with less water, seed, and work for women, while reducing methane emissions.

Brands: OG Brown & White Jasmine Rice, OG Pink Rice, OG Tricolor Blend Rice, OG Brown & White Basmati, OG Red Rice, OG Forbidden Rice®, OG Jade Pearl Rice™, OG Heat & Eat Bowls, Rice Ramen, Pad Thai Rice Noodles, Arare Rice Crackers, Rice Ramen Soup Cups

 Press Releases

• Lotus Foods Basmati Rice Regenerative Organic Certified® (ROC®) Gold Amo (Mar 07, 2024)

  (Richmond, CA – March 07, 2024) – Lotus Foods, the forefront heirloom and organic rice company, announces it is one of three finalists in the prestigious Organic Excellence Awards for the Best New Organic Product Category at An Organic Night Out: Honoring the Year's Best in Organic at Expo West. The event is hosted by two key organizations in the organic industry: Organic Voices and The Organic Center. This recognition celebrates the company's commitment to sustainability, innovation, and the highest standards in organic agriculture.

  The event will include a first of its kind awards show to celebrate achievements in the organic industry hosted by Jennifer Garner and Gary Hirshberg. This inaugural awards show is not only a way to highlight and applaud people and brands throughout the organic industry, but also benefit Organic Voices and The Organic Center, two invaluable organizations working to uplift organic messaging, research, and awareness to consumers.

  In September 2023, Lotus Foods achieved a significant milestone with its Organic White and Brown Basmati Rice, becoming the first and only recipient of the Regenerative Organic Certified® (ROC®) Gold designation in the rice category. This achievement underscores Lotus Foods' dedication to promoting organic production practices that not only support a healthy planet but also foster a fair and equitable society.
  
  The journey to ROC® Gold was a collaborative effort between Lotus Foods and its Indian supplier, Pratithi Organic Foods. Together, they have demonstrated leadership in regenerative rice farming practices, showcasing how agriculture can mitigate climate change, enhance farmers' livelihoods, and preserve cultural heritage.
  
  Lotus Foods and Pratithi Organic Foods are proud to lead the way in regenerative rice production and are grateful for the opportunity to showcase their efforts in the Organic Excellence Awards.

  The products will be available for viewing at Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim, CA on March 13, 2024 at the Lotus Foods’ booth #1534 in Hall B. The award will be handed out March 13, 2024 at An Organic Night Out hosted by Organic Voices and The Organic Center. 
  
  For the full release please visit the Lotus Foods Blog: https://www.lotusfoods.com/blogs/blog

• Lotus Foods Unveils New and Improved Traditional & Brown Pad Thai Rice Nood (Mar 12, 2024)

  Lotus Foods, the leading heirloom and organic rice company, is excited to introduce an enhancement to their Organic Asian Rice Noodle Line with two even-better Pad Thai Rice Noodles in traditional and brown rice varieties. The products will launch at Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim, CA on March 13, 2024  at the Lotus Foods’ booth #1534 in Hall B. 

  Lotus Foods’ new Pad Thai Rice Noodles are now crafted with long-grain rice grown in Northern Thailand, for a more authentic flavor, springy texture and clump-free cooking. True to the Lotus Foods’ mission, the Thai rice is grown using practices that help to improve soil health such as:

  • Soil coverage by compost, manure, and cover crops.

  • Minimizing soil disturbance by avoiding inorganic fertilizers and using mechanical weeding instead of inorganic herbicides.

  • Using rice straw leftover from harvest for animal feed.

  In addition to these environmentally-conscious growing practices, the new noodles have achieved top ratings in consumer taste testing, preferred by 74% of all consumers. Lotus Foods current buyers are even more positive with 77% preferring the new*.  

  New & Improved Pad Thai Noodles:

  • ORGANIC TRADITIONAL PAD THAI RICE NOODLES This popular classic Pad Thai Noodle is crafted from white rice, giving it a lighter color and a milder flavor. This rice noodle is  perfect when cooking a more traditional Asian-style dish or when you want the  flavor of the sauce to be the star. It also makes a great gluten-free pasta replacement. 

  • ORGANIC BROWN PAD THAI RICE NOODLES Leaving the germ and bran layer on the  grain intact is what defines a brown rice.  This not only enhances its nutrition by  increasing the amount of fiber and  nutrients, but also provides a fuller and  nuttier flavor. Using a brown rice noodle adds additional depth of flavor to any recipe. 

  Lotus Foods offers a top-selling line of organic rice noodles that includes Pho, Udon and Soba noodles, rounding out a full array of convenient Asian noodle options. These versatile noodles are fast-cooking and flavor-forward, ideal for any style of cooking from classic stir-fries, soups, salads and spring rolls to creative gluten-free meals. They are the perfect base for your kitchen creations– just add your favorite protein, veggies, and sauce.
  
  The new Traditional and Brown Pad Thai Rice Noodles have an SRP of $4.49 and are available nationwide.
   

• Lotus Foods CEO Andrew Burke Honored With 2024 MO 100 Top Impact CEO Award (Mar 17, 2024)

  Lotus Foods, a pioneer in heirloom and organic rice cultivation, is delighted to announce that its CEO, Andrew Burke, has been honored with the 2024 MO 100 Top Impact CEO Ranking. Presented by Big Path Capital, this accolade underscores Burke's visionary leadership and commitment to driving positive change within the industry.

  "This award recognizes the great work being done by every member of our team," says Burke. "We are dedicated to scaling our impact and building on the legacy that Ken and Caryl began more than twenty nine years ago."

  Andrew Burke assumed the role of CEO in July 2023, succeeding Co-Founders Caryl Levine and Ken Lee, who were honored for the same award in 2023 for promoting organic and regenerative rice-growing practices. Levine and Lee continue to serve as visionaries on the board. Since arriving at Lotus Foods in 2019, Burke has adeptly navigated the company through challenging times, including the pandemic, efficiently scaling the business. This transition marks a pivotal moment in Lotus Foods' nearly three-decade journey, as the company reaffirms its dedication to advancing sustainable and equitable food systems.

  Reflecting on Burke's tenure, Levine and Lee remarked, "Andrew's leadership has been instrumental in propelling Lotus Foods forward, enhancing revenue streams, and attracting top-tier talent. Andrew's strategic vision and unwavering commitment make him the ideal candidate to lead the company into its next phase of evolution, expanding regenerative organic agriculture and combating climate change."

  Burke's recognition takes into account his decades of leadership and relevant industry experience prior to taking up the reins at Lotus Foods, including as CEO of TCHO Chocolate. Alongside fellow honorees, Burke joins the 2024 MO 100 cohort, inspiring and empowering businesses to prioritize impact and purpose. This year's honorees reflect the burgeoning momentum of companies that prioritize social and environmental responsibility.
  
  Burke and his fellow honorees will be celebrated at the MO 100 Awards Gala during the 2024 MO CEO Summit, scheduled for April 15-17, 2024, in Austin, Texas. The event will convene 200 purpose-driven CEOs for insightful panels, networking opportunities, and collaborative endeavors.

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