Red Rice Seeds Pure Organic High Germination Ceylon Natural Paddy 150+ Seeds

Description: Welcome to WG Ceylon ProductsSri Lanka Ceylon, Organic, Fresh, 100% High Quality Red Rice Seeds Pure Organic High Germination Ceylon Natural Paddy 150+ Seeds Free Shipping From Sri LankaAbout RiceThe plant has many different variations, but is generally a short living plant, with an average life span of 3-7 months, depending on the climate and the variety. It is not a water plant but substantial amounts of water are required for the planting. Cultivated species of rice are considered to be semi-aquatic annuals. The height of the plant can range from 0.4m to over 5m in some floating rices.Rice is generally grown in paddy fields – fields that can be flooded to help the growing crop and drained prior to harvest. “Paddy” rice is rice in the form it is harvested. Each grain has many layers. The outer layer is the husk. The husk consists of 2 interlocked half shells. Each protects one half of the paddy. The husk is inedible and composed of silica and cellulose.Field Preparation & PlantingFebruary – Early MayRice is cultivated differently than other grains because it is a semi-aquatic plant that requires consistent irrigation all season to grow. Heavy clay and silt loam soils that are often ill-suited to other crops retain water very well, making them perfect for rice.Prior to planting, farmers prepare the land using precision GPS and laser-guided earthmoving equipment to create uniform grades and slopes within fields, which decrease water use and increase productivity.Planting begins in late February through May depending on the production region. Farmers use modern technology to plant the seed, either by airplane or grain drill.Irrigation & GrowingMarch – Early AugustRice plants grow to a height of three to four feet over an average of 120 days after planting. During this time, farmers irrigate the rice fields using the method that best fits that field or farm. The traditional irrigation method is to construct earthen levees that follow the contour of the land and flood the field with about two to four inches of water which is maintained over the growing season. Flooded fields prevent soil erosion, lead to improved water quality, as well as other environmental benefits like habitat creation. Farmers can also irrigate their fields with poly-tubing, using precisely punched holes that allow them to apply water more evenly and efficiently across the field. There are even irrigation methods that allow a farmer to grow rice in rows like other crops and apply water periodically during the growing season instead of maintaining a layer of water. Farmers continue to innovate ways to save water and time by using irrigation practices that fit their unique operations.By mid to late summer, the rice plant begins to show signs of maturation with the grain appearing in long panicles on the top of the plant.HarvestMid-July – NovemberWhen rice is mature, water is drained from the fields and sophisticated combines cut the rice and separate the grain from the stalks. Harvested grains are taken to drying facilities where they utilize forced warm air to gradually reduce the moisture content to a level best suited to storage before the rice moves to the milling process.Wildlife HabitatNovember – FebruaryAfter harvest, farmers put a shallow flood on their rice fields. Winter-flooded rice fields improve and enhance vital wildlife habitats by providing food and foraging for migratory and wintering fowl. These fowl return the favor by helping to increase soil nutrients, straw decomposition, reducing weed and insect pressure, and providing other important agronomic advantages.In the regions where rice is grown in the U.S., rice agriculture provides 35 percent of the food resources available to migrating and wintering waterfowl . The cost of replacing existing rice habitat with managed natural wetlands is more than $3.5 billion.Milling & StorageYear-RoundThe final step in growing rice is milling, a mechanized process that American mills have perfected.At the mill, the harvested “rough rice" passes through sheller machines to remove the inedible hulls. This process yields brown rice with the bran layers surrounding the kernel still intact. Brown rice can be used as is or further milled by machines that rub the grains together under pressure. This abrasion removes the bran layer to produce white or “polished” whole kernels of rice. Finally, the white rice is enriched with a thin coating of vitamins to replace some of the nutrients lost during milling.Technology has enabled the U.S. rice industry to consistently produce rice of unsurpassed quality. For example, many U.S. rice mills use laser sorters that look for broken, discolored or immature kernels and remove them from the whole kernels of rice during processing. This ensures consistency in appearance and size.Health BenefitsBrown and white rice are the same grain, just milled differently. Kernels of brown rice have the bran layer intact. In white rice, it has been polished away. The presence of the bran layer makes brown rice more nutritious than white, although some white rice is fortified. The bran layer also makes brown rice take longer to cook. For maximum nutrition, choose brown rice. You'll get health benefits like :Diabetes ControlBrown rice can help people with diabetes control their blood sugar. With a glycemic index of 64, white rice is more likely to spike blood sugar than brown rice, with a glycemic index of 55. Several studies have found that a high intake of white rice is associated with an increased risk of diabetes. Heart Health Whole grains like brown rice contain more fiber than processed foods. Fiber can lower cholesterol and reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke. Since fiber makes you feel full, you may find it easier to maintain a healthy weight. Also, brown rice contains vitamins and minerals that help the blood transport oxygen and perform other vital functions.Cancer Risk ReductionBrown rice contains three distinct types of phenolics, which are antioxidants that occur naturally in plants. Antioxidants can reduce the risk of cancer by keeping free radicals from damaging cells. Phenolics occur in the bran layer of rice and in the germ, the reproductive part of a grain. When the bran is removed to make white rice, many of the phenolics are lost. Digestive HealthThe insoluble fiber in brown rice promotes regular bowel movements. It can also prevent hemorrhoids and improve bowel control. Because it is gluten-free, brown rice is a good food choice for people with celiac disease. Those with celiac disease cannot digest some grains and may have difficulty getting all the nutrition they need.NutritionBrown rice is rich in several vitamins and minerals: Vitamin B1 (thiamine)Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine)MagnesiumPhosphorusSeleniumManganeseNutrients per ServingWhite rice has about the same calorie count as brown but only one-third of the fiber and slightly less protein. A half-cup serving of brown rice contains:Calories: 108Protein: 3 gramsFat: 1 gramCarbohydrates: 22 gramsFiber: 2 gramsSugar: 0 gramsThings to Watch Out ForTwo food safety issues specifically involve rice. One is Bacillus cereus, a type of bacteria that grows in rice and other starchy foods if they are not kept cool. It causes nausea and vomiting and has prompted some people to say that eating leftover rice is not safe. To avoid this issue, refrigerate leftover rice promptly and use proper kitchen hygiene.The second hazard associated with rice is arsenic (a highly toxic chemical) in the grain. Arsenic is present in the earth’s crust. Soil and groundwater contaminated with fertilizer and pesticides add to the arsenic level. Rice accumulates arsenic more than other grains because rice is grown in water. You can reduce the arsenic in rice by rinsing it and cooking it with extra water.How to Prepare RiceThe traditional method of preparing rice requires one cup of rice to two cups of water. To remove the most arsenic from your rice, boil it like pasta and drain the excess water when the rice is done. If the longer cooking time of brown rice is a problem for you, cook a large batch and freeze the extra. You can also shorten the cooking time by using a pressure cooker. Experiment with all the varieties of rice. For the healthiest dishes, combine rice with other nutrient-rich foods like vegetables. Here are some recipes to try: Make a rice and lentil salad with a flavorful dressingStir-fry rice with pineapple, green onions, and red bell peppers for a sweet and savory dishStuff bell peppers with a rice mixture for a vegetarian version of a classic recipeMake a Tex-Mex dish by combining black or pinto beans with rice, corn, and salsaCombine black rice with mango and avocado for a colorful saladSauté shrimp and add rice and peas for an easy supperMake your favorite chicken and rice dish healthier by adding broccoliShippingItems will be shipped by Sri Lankan post or any past seller’s shipping method to your address and item will be shipped within 1 – 5 days after the cleared payment. Please make sure the given address is correct.Item Arrival time may depend on your location and air traffic. If you didn't receive your package, this time schedule, please do not hesitate to contact us. Within 24 hours we will try to update you with the latest tracking details of the shipment.PaymentWe accept Mastercard, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal and any card payment method only Return / Replacement Returns accepted if the product is not as described. We always try to do our best for our customers. If there are any issues please contact me first. We will accept any return and give a full refund (without shipping cost) on any item. The item must be returned to us in original condition and the Buyer needs to pay the return shipping cost. International BuyersImport duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. 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