The farm-to-table journey of Thai organic rice: Know the steps that your main carb source undergoes before your next meal

Due to an increasing preference for organic food amongst foodies and eaters with special needs worldwide, Thailand, as a leader in rice production and exports, has rapidly expanded its organic rice farming to meet those high demands. The country aims to become ASEAN’s organic rice production hub with efficient production and product traceability, from grain selection to packaging. 

Dissecting the standards and procedures that are required for the production of Thai organic rice

1. Selecting quality grains from organic rice suppliers prior to farming.
2. Carefully preparing the soil to prevent weeds from growing without using chemicals.
3. Selecting fertile farmlands with controlled irrigation to prevent contamination from external water sources, and enriching the soil with organic plant fertilizers.
4. Eliminating weeds using non-chemical methods along with microbial pesticides.
5. Preventing and eliminating diseases by ensuring a natural balance and proper irrigation to strengthen the rice’s immunity to diseases.
6. Eliminating pests by relying on natural predators.
7. Eliminating chemical contamination before and after harvesting to maintain the organic ecosystem.
8. Maintaining rice paddies in suitable conditions.
9. Packing milled rice by using either the vacuum or CO2 technique to keep the product fresh and ready for consumption. 

The Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, in cooperation with the Ministry of Commerce, encourage farmers and traders to produce quality organic rice that meets the requirements of international groups and agencies such as:

• International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements
• EU Organic
• USDA National Organic Program
• Canada Organic Regime
• Japanese Agricultural Organic Standard
• China Organic Food Certification Center
• Ecocert

Thai organic rice and its derivative products are uniquely tasty, safe and gluten-free, making them top choices for health-conscious foodies.

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