rice
Indian Rice
Rice is a staple food and one of the most widely consumed grains worldwide. It is a primary source of nutrition for a significant portion of the global population. There are numerous varieties of rice, broadly categorized as long-grain, medium-grain, and short-grain. Varieties also differ in color, with white rice being the most common.
In India Rice is a staple food and holds an immense cultural, social, and economic significance. India is one of the largest producers and consumers of rice in the world. The cultivation and consumption of rice are deeply embedded in the country's traditions and daily life. Rice was cultivated in the Indian subcontinent from as early as 5,000 BC. "Several wild cereals, including rice, grew in the Vindhyan Hills, and rice cultivation, at sites such as Chopani-Mando and Mahagara, may have been underway as early as 7,000BCE.
Rice is grown in various regions across India, with different states specializing in different varieties. Major varieties include Basmati rice, grown mainly in the northern states, and non-Basmati rice varieties grown in various regions.