Organic Rice

What is organic rice?

Organic rice is cultivated without synthetic pesticides, herbicides, fertilisers, or genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Instead, farmers rely on natural methods, including classic crop rotation, biological pest control, and sustainable water management.

To earn organic certification, rice must be grown in accordance with strict EU organic regulations, which prohibit the use of artificial chemicals for at least three years before harvest.

Our certified organic rice is cultivated on the Hungarian Great Plain. This sunny and flat plain is the perfect environment for growing premium-quality crops, while the swampy paddies are a wonderful habitat for water birds and protected species.

Is organic rice really better?

Organic rice offers several advantages over conventionally grown varieties:

  • Organic rice contains no synthetic chemical residues that may accumulate in regular rice.
  • Studies have shown that organic rice often contains higher levels of nutrients, including antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.
  • Organic cultivation promotes long-term sustainability and improves soil health through composting and crop selection, and supports the growth of beneficial insects and wildlife, which enhances biodiversity while also acting as natural pest control.

Which organic rice is the healthiest?

The healthiest organic rice depends on your nutritional goals and dietary preferences:

  • Brown rice retains its nutrient-rich layer of bran. As a result, it provides significantly more gut-health-promoting fibre, B vitamins, magnesium, and valuable antioxidants compared to white rice.
  • The main advantage of white rice over brown rice lies in its easy digestibility, making it suitable for those with sensitive stomachs and IBS. Furthermore, as white rice is de-husked, it also contains lower amounts of phytates.
  • Our European rice has significantly lower concentrations of arsenic than most basmati and jasmine rice grown in Asia, making it a safe rice for infants and small children, as well as suitable for regular consumption.
  • A traditional and natural medium-grain variety, it also contains more protein than most alternatives, which helps you feel full and energised for longer, making it a great rice for weight loss.
  • Since it is prepared in an environment where it cannot be cross-contaminated, our gluten-free rice is ideal for a wide range of dietary requirements.
  • White rice for dogs is also commonly recommended by vets when your canine companions have an upset stomach.

Why choose European rice?

Since European organic standards are among the world's strictest, by selecting European rice, you support sustainable agriculture and ethical farming practices, while enjoying guaranteed provenance and traceability from farm to fork.

At the same time, you're also supporting local agricultural communities and reducing the carbon footprint associated with long-distance food transportation from suppliers based further afield.