There are primarily four distinct types of rice: India accounts for more than 75 percent of global trade, Japonica rice that accounts for around 12 percent of global rice trade, Basmati rice accounts for around 10 percent of global trade and Glutinous rice accounts for most of the remainder.

There are primarily four distinct types of rice: India accounts for more than 75 percent of global trade, Japonica rice that accounts for around 12 percent of global rice trade, Basmati rice accounts for around 10 percent of global trade and Glutinous rice accounts for most of the remainder.

There are primarily four distinct types of rice: India accounts for more than 75 percent of global trade, Japonica rice that accounts for around 12 percent of global rice trade, Basmati rice accounts for around 10 percent of global trade and Glutinous rice accounts for most of the remainder.

Throughout history rice has been one of man's most important foods. Today, this unique grain helps sustain two- thirds of the world's population. Archeological evidence suggests that rice has been feeding mankind for more than 5,000 years. Today, agriculture is the backbone of India’s economy, providing direct employment to about 70% of working people in the country. It forms the basis of many pre