Organic rice is grown in ideal natural conditions without the treatment of chemical fertilizers or harmful pesticides. Consuming this rice is considered beneficial to health. Moreover, the growing process helps keep the environment clean and green. Bhandari food, as one of the best rice exporters in Pakistan, is also a believer in a green environment, and due to this, we act upon safe practices to produce our rice.
History
Organic farming has been continuing for thousands of years, even before the more giant manufacturers introduced chemical fertilizers and pesticides to increase crop yield many times. In 1970, a group of farmers and smaller food crops producers started the movement for organic food production. Laws about the usage of noxious pesticides and fertilizers were soon passed in individual states across the USA. It brought awareness among many people and exporters, and focus was diverted again to organic production of food. Rice cultivation also encountered considerable changes, and things like rice hulls, animal manure, and other natural wastes were promoted as fertilizers instead of harmful chemicals.
Pakistan is one of the leading best rice exporters and has to maintain its market value internationally. Therefore, all the exporters, including Bhandari Food, work efficiently to produce the best basmati rice from Pakistan and other types. Pakistani rice is in high demand globally, and it is majorly because of its quality, flavor, size, and aroma.
Varieties of Organic Rice
There are several kinds of rice varieties that are not fit to be produced organically as their yield falls drastically, with many strains ceasing to pests and diseases. With years of experience and several extensive experiments, farmers have discovered that the growing demands of rice can not be fulfilled if they rely on organic methods, and some types of rice can not sustain without the help of fertilizers. Therefore, organic rice can only be produced well in limited types.
The following types are most practical for organic production.
- Brown Rice
Unpolished and partial removal of the kernel provides the organic rice a brown color. It is contemplated to be twofold healthy. It is one of the most common types of rice that is grown organically in abundance. Best rice exporters are always known for their basmati rice first. Therefore, the rice from Pakistan is high in demand worldwide.
- Basmati Rice
The highly fragrant, long-grained Basmati rice is also grown in abundance organically. Usually, it is used to cook healthy rice-based delicacies. Undoubtedly, the best rice exporters are always known for their basmati rice first. Therefore, the best basmati rice from Pakistan is high in demand worldwide.
- J-18
It is a long-stalked variety of rice grown in the Philippines and responds assertively to organic cultivation. It is one of the highly suitable rice for extensive organic growth.
Use of Organic Rice in Culinary
Organic rice is used to culinary with diversity. Following are some of the most common uses:
- Steamed Rice
Quickly boiled in 2 or 3 cups of water, boiled rice makes an outstanding staple food in most countries of Asia. However, the brown rice requires additional time to be cooked perfectly. Organic rice is mainly used as boiled rice as they do not do well when cooked in another way.
- Vegetables and Brown Rice
Sautéed vegetables served on organic brown rice are considered a portion of excellent health food. It is tasty, healthy, and great in presentation. It also helps people fulfill their daily nutritional doses.
- Black Rice Pudding
A pudding prepared by cooking the black rice is also excellent with sweetened coconut milk. It is one of the extensively used desserts of rice in the culinary.
Benefits of Organic Rice
Organic rice has multifold benefits on human health and its cultivation is also healthy for the environment. One can say it is a win-win situation to grow and consume this rice. Following are some of the vast benefits explained below:
- Great Nutritional Values
The best rice exporters know that organic rice is the natural source of essential amino acids and complex carbohydrates. Therefore, they encourage the cultivation of organic rice as possible. It is because everyone looks for the best health benefits, and organic rice is rich in all the needed nutrients. It is also a great source of vitamins B3, B2, fiber, and magnesium.
- Easy to Digest
Organic rice is easier to digest than regular rice. As this type of rice is free from harmful additives and does not have absorbed chemicals, it keeps the gut healthy and regulates your health. Moreover, it is tastier than conventionally cultivated rice.