Indian Basmati rice is celebrated globally for its extraordinary grain length (8 mm), delicate fragrance, and distinct flavour profile.
Benefiting from diverse agro-climatic zones, centuries of cultivation expertise, and robust post-harvest infrastructure.
Every lot is hygienically processed using advanced milling technology, meeting stringent food safety standards.
Rice is far more than a grain — it is a cultural cornerstone and the primary source of calories for over half of the world's population. With agricultural roots dating back more than 12,000 years to the Yangtze River valley in China, rice has evolved into the most widely consumed staple food across Asia and Africa, and ranks third in global agricultural production by volume. Its role in food security, economic development, and everyday nutrition across developing nations makes it one of the most strategically important commodities in international trade.
India is among the world's foremost producers and exporters of both Basmati and Non-Basmati rice, benefiting from diverse agro-climatic zones, centuries of cultivation expertise, and robust post-harvest processing infrastructure. Indian Basmati rice, in particular, is celebrated globally for its extraordinary grain length, delicate fragrance, and distinct flavour profile - qualities that no other variety can fully replicate.
We supply the complete spectrum of Basmati and Non-Basmati rice varieties across all processing forms - Brown, Milled Raw, Steamed, Par-boiled, and Sella (White and Golden). Every lot is hygienically processed using advanced milling technology, meeting stringent food safety standards and delivering consistent quality in terms of grain length, moisture levels, and percentage of broken kernels. We primarily serve buyers in the UAE and across African markets.
| Country / Region | Production (MT / Year) | Relative Volume |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Basmati (Total) | ~120,000,000 MT | |
| 1121 Basmati | ~2,500,000 MT | |
| Pusa Basmati | ~1,500,000 MT | |
| Traditional Basmati | ~800,000 MT |
Figure 3 - Approximate annual production by rice category in India
| Origin / Region | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basmati - Kharif Sowing | – | – | – | – | – | ✓ | ✓ | – | – | – | – | – |
| Basmati - Kharif Harvest | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Non-Basmati - Kharif Sowing | – | – | – | – | – | ✓ | ✓ | – | – | – | – | – |
| Non-Basmati - Kharif Harvest | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Non-Basmati - Rabi Sowing | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| Non-Basmati - Rabi Harvest | – | – | ✓ | ✓ | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
Third-party inspection, quality, and loading certificates are provided from SGS, RBS, Cotecna, or any other preferred agency at the client's request.
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