{"id":13208,"date":"2023-11-06T12:53:30","date_gmt":"2023-11-06T11:53:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/the-global-importance-of-rice\/"},"modified":"2023-11-06T12:53:30","modified_gmt":"2023-11-06T11:53:30","slug":"the-global-importance-of-rice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/en\/the-global-importance-of-rice\/","title":{"rendered":"THE GLOBAL IMPORTANCE OF RICE"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Rice is one of the world&#8217;s most important crops, feeding almost half its population.<br \/>\n         Its cultivation requires a large amount of water and a warm climate.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #006eb7;\"><strong>It feeds most of the world<\/strong>:<\/span> more than half of the world&#8217;s population, especially in Asia, relies on rice as their primary source of food.<br \/>\n         According to the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO), average rice consumption in recent years <strong>was about 85 kg per person in Asia and about 6 kg in Europe.<\/strong>\n         <\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #006eb7;\"><strong>World economy:<\/strong><\/span> rice is a <strong>key commercial product in the world economy<\/strong>.<br \/>\n         In 2022, the value of global rice exports was estimated at more than USD 20 billion.\n        <\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #006eb7;\"><strong>Job creation in different countries:<\/strong><\/span> Rice is a labour-intensive crop. <strong>Rice cultivation provides employment and livelihoods for millions of people, <\/strong>especially in Asia.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #006eb7;\"><strong>Food security:<\/strong><\/span> since it is a staple food for a large part of the world&#8217;s population, <strong>rice is fundamental to global food security<\/strong>.<br \/>\n         Its production and availability are crucial to preventing hunger and malnutrition.\n        <\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #006eb7;\"><strong>Adaptability to different climatic and geographic conditions:<\/strong> <\/span>rice <strong>can grow in a variety of environments, from mountains to coastal areas to floodplains<\/strong>.<br \/>\n         This makes it adaptable to different climatic and geographical areas.\n        <\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #006eb7;\"><strong>Variety of uses<\/strong>:<\/span> in addition to being a staple food, rice is <strong>also used in a variety of industrial products<\/strong>, such as cosmetics, paper, chemicals and alcohols.\n        <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Variety selection<br \/>\n        <\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12988 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/tipos-arroz-1-1024x410.jpg\" alt=\"Types of Rice\n        \" width=\"1024\" height=\"410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/tipos-arroz-1-1024x410.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/tipos-arroz-1-300x120.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/tipos-arroz-1-768x307.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/tipos-arroz-1-1536x614.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/tipos-arroz-1-2048x819.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><br \/>\nThe choice of the variety of rice to be cultivated is essential.<br \/>\n         Varieties differ in terms of yield, disease and pest resistance, adaptability to different soil and climatic conditions and quality of the grain.<br \/>\n         <strong>Rice varieties can be classified into two main groups: japonica and indica.<br \/>\n        <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #006eb7;\"><strong>Japonica<\/strong>:<\/span> These rices are <strong>short-grained and round<\/strong>.<br \/>\n         This type of rice is grown in colder climates and at higher altitudes.<br \/>\n         They are resistant to cold, but have a lower yield than indica varieties.\n        <\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #006eb7;\"><strong>Indica<\/strong>:<\/span> These rices are <strong>long-grained and thin<\/strong>.<br \/>\n         This type of rice is grown in tropical and subtropical areas, is less resistant to cold but has a higher yield.\n        <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Planting<br \/>\n        <\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-12995\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/plantacion-arroz-1024x410.jpg\" alt=\"Planting Rice\n        \" width=\"1024\" height=\"410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/plantacion-arroz-1024x410.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/plantacion-arroz-300x120.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/plantacion-arroz-768x307.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/plantacion-arroz-1536x614.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/plantacion-arroz-2048x819.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>Rice can be sown either<br \/>\n         <strong>directly in the field or by means of seedlings.<br \/>\n         Direct seeding can be either aerial or manual.<br \/>\n        <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #006eb7;\"><strong>Direct seeding<\/strong>:<\/span> consists of sowing the seeds directly in the field.<br \/>\n         This method is used in areas <strong>where water is scarce or in upland rice growing areas<\/strong>.\n        <\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #006eb7;\"><strong>Seedlings<\/strong>:<\/span> This method consists of <strong>sowing the seeds in a seedbed and transplanting them into the field <\/strong>when they have grown sufficiently.<br \/>\n         It is the most commonly used method in rice production.\n        <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Fertilization<br \/>\n        <\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-13001\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/fertilizacion-1024x410.jpg\" alt=\"Fertilization of rice\n        \" width=\"1024\" height=\"410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/fertilizacion-1024x410.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/fertilizacion-300x120.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/fertilizacion-768x307.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/fertilizacion-1536x614.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/fertilizacion-2048x819.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>Fertilization in rice growing <strong>is essential to ensure good yields<\/strong>.<br \/>\n         The most important nutrients for rice are nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #006eb7;\"><strong>Nitrogen<\/strong>:<\/span> Essential for plant growth and grain production.<br \/>\n         Nitrogen deficiency can result in weak plants and a poor yield.\n        <\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #006eb7;\"><strong>Phosphorus<\/strong>:<\/span> Essential for root development and flowering.<br \/>\n         A phosphorus deficiency can result in delayed maturation and a poor yield.\n        <\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #006eb7;\"><strong>Potassium<\/strong>:<\/span> Essential for plant resistance to pests and diseases.<br \/>\n         A potassium deficiency can result in weak plants that are susceptible to pests and diseases.\n        <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Water management<br \/>\n        <\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13010 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/agua-y-arroz-1-1024x410.jpg\" alt=\"Water in rice growing\n        \" width=\"1024\" height=\"410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/agua-y-arroz-1-1024x410.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/agua-y-arroz-1-300x120.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/agua-y-arroz-1-768x307.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/agua-y-arroz-1-1536x614.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/agua-y-arroz-1-2048x819.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>Rice <span style=\"color: #006eb7;\"><strong>needs a lot of water to grow and its management is crucial for a good yield<\/strong><\/span>.<br \/>\n         Water is used to flood fields and control weeds and is also necessary for plant germination and growth.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Control of common diseases in rice<br \/>\n        <\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-13019\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/problemas-arroz-1024x410.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/problemas-arroz-1024x410.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/problemas-arroz-300x120.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/problemas-arroz-768x307.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/problemas-arroz-1536x614.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/problemas-arroz-2048x819.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Rice can be attacked by several diseases and pests, such as pyricularia (fungus that causes rice blast), and the stink bug (insect that attacks the leaves and grains), among others. <strong>It is important to monitor the crop regularly and apply control measures when necessary<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Health benefits of eating it<br \/>\n        <\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-13014\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/consumo-arroz-1024x410.jpg\" alt=\"Benefits of eating rice\n        \" width=\"1024\" height=\"410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/consumo-arroz-1024x410.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/consumo-arroz-300x120.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/consumo-arroz-768x307.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/consumo-arroz-1536x614.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.dfgrupo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/consumo-arroz-2048x819.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Energy source<\/strong>: Rice is rich in carbohydrates, which are the main source of energy for the human body.<br \/>\n         Carbohydrates are broken down into glucose, which is used by cells in the body for energy.\n        <\/li>\n<li><strong>Gluten-free<\/strong>: Rice is a naturally gluten-free food, making it a safe choice for people with coeliac disease or gluten sensitivity.\n        <\/li>\n<li><strong>Low Sodium<\/strong>: Rice is naturally low in sodium, making it a good choice for people with high blood pressure or who need to limit their salt intake.\n        <\/li>\n<li><strong>Rich in vitamins and minerals<\/strong>: It is a great source of energy.<br \/>\n         Brown rice is a good source of vitamin B1 (thiamine), vitamin B3 (niacin), vitamin B6, manganese, magnesium, selenium and fibre.<br \/>\n         These nutrients are essential for cellular function, metabolism and the health of the immune system.\n        <\/li>\n<li><strong>Heart health<\/strong>: The effects of brown rice on heart health are innumerable.<br \/>\n         Brown rice can help lower LDL cholesterol (\u201cbad cholesterol\u201d) and increase HDL cholesterol (\u201cgood cholesterol\u201d).<br \/>\n         It is also rich in fibre, which may help reduce the risk of heart disease.\n        <\/li>\n<li><strong>Weight management<\/strong>: Brown rice is rich in fibre, which aids satiety and may help to prevent becoming excess weight and obesity.\n        <\/li>\n<li><strong>Digestion<\/strong>: Rice has many benefits for digestion and for people with common digestive problems.\n        <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Comparative table on rice cultivation<br \/>\n        <\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table width=\"653\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><strong>Spain<br \/>\n        <\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Asia<br \/>\n        <\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Latin America<br \/>\n        <\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>United States<br \/>\n        <\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Cultivated rice varieties<br \/>\n        <\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Mainly Japanese varieties (short grain, round rice)\n        <\/td>\n<td>Mainly indica varieties (long-grain rice).<br \/>\n         In some regions japonica is also cultivated\n        <\/td>\n<td>Mainly Indica varieties\n        <\/td>\n<td>Mainly japonica varieties\n        <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Climate<br \/>\n        <\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Mediterranean, with hot and humid summers\n        <\/td>\n<td>Tropical and subtropical, with well-defined rainy seasons\n        <\/td>\n<td>Tropical and subtropical, with well-defined rainy seasons\n        <\/td>\n<td>Temperate, with cold winters and warm summers\n        <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Method of sowing<br \/>\n        <\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Direct seeding and transplanting\n        <\/td>\n<td>Mainly transplanting\n        <\/td>\n<td>Mixture of direct seeding and transplanting\n        <\/td>\n<td>Mainly transplanting\n        <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Use of technology<br \/>\n        <\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Moderate use of machinery and technology\n        <\/td>\n<td>Varies widely, from rudimentary to high-tech, depending on the country and region\n        <\/td>\n<td>Varies widely, from rudimentary to high-tech\n        <\/td>\n<td>Extensive use of machinery and technology\n        <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Water management practices<br \/>\n        <\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Fields flooded during most of the growing season\n        <\/td>\n<td>Fields flooded during most of the growing season\n        <\/td>\n<td>It varies widely, from dry fields to flooded fields\n        <\/td>\n<td>Fields flooded during most of the growing season\n        <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Yield per hectare<br \/>\n        <\/strong><\/td>\n<td>About 7 tonnes per hectare\n        <\/td>\n<td>It varies widely, from 2 tonnes per hectare in less developed countries, to 10 tonnes per hectare in more developed countries\n        <\/td>\n<td>Generally lower than in Asia and Spain, about 3\u20135 tonnes per hectare\n        <\/td>\n<td>About 8 tonnes per hectare\n        <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Rice is one of the world&#8217;s most important crops, feeding almost half its population. 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