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Discover the Conrad Rice Mill (KONRIKO®) Tour in Louisiana

The Conrad Rice Mill (KONRIKO®) Tour in New Iberia, Louisiana offers a behind-the-scenes look at the oldest operating rice mill in the United States. This guided industrial heritage tour takes visitors inside a working rice mill where Louisiana-grown rice is cleaned, milled, polished, and packaged using a blend of historic and modern equipment. Ideal for families, food lovers, and history enthusiasts, the experience showcases Cajun agriculture, food production, and regional tradition.
Why it’s special:
Conrad Rice Mill isn’t a replica or museum-only site—it’s an active mill with roots dating back to the late 1800s. Visitors witness real rice processing while learning how KONRIKO® rice became a staple of Louisiana kitchens.

History & Story of Conrad Rice Mill (KONRIKO®)

Conrad Rice Mill was founded in 1912 in New Iberia, Louisiana, building on the region’s deep rice-farming heritage. The mill introduced the KONRIKO® brand, which quickly became synonymous with high-quality Louisiana rice. Over the decades, the mill modernized its operations while preserving its historic structure and commitment to local farmers. Today, it remains family-operated and proudly continues rice production on-site.

What You’ll See & Do on the Conrad Rice Mill (KONRIKO®) Tour

Tour an active rice milling facility
Learn how raw rice is cleaned, hulled, polished, and graded
See historic milling equipment alongside modern machinery
Watch rice packaging operations in action
Learn about Louisiana rice farming and harvest cycles
Visit the on-site retail store featuring KONRIKO® products

Hands-On Elements: Educational demonstrations and observation.
Photo/Video Policy: Photography allowed throughout the mill and store areas.
Souvenirs & Extras: On-site store selling KONRIKO® rice, seasonings, mixes, and Cajun food products.

Pricing of Conrad Rice Mill (KONRIKO®) Tour

Guided mill tour admission
Adult price: $10 per adult
Discounts may be available for children, seniors, and groups

Visiting information

Tours typically last 45–60 minutes and are offered as guided experiences during open hours. The tour is suitable for all ages and is partially accessible due to historic floors and stairs. Comfortable shoes are recommended. Mill working hours are Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM.

Nearby

Shadows-on-the-Teche historic plantation
Downtown New Iberia
Bayou Teche Scenic Byway

FAQs About Visiting the Conrad Rice Mill (KONRIKO®) Tour

Is Conrad Rice Mill still producing rice today?
Yes. The mill continues to process and package rice on-site using both historic and modern equipment.

Do I need to book a tour in advance?
Advance booking is recommended, especially for groups and school visits.

Will I see the rice milling process during my visit?
Most tours take place during active milling hours, allowing visitors to see rice processing in real time.

Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes, the tour is educational and family-friendly, though young children should be supervised.

Can I buy KONRIKO® rice at the mill?
Yes, visitors can purchase a wide variety of KONRIKO® rice products directly from the on-site store.