Aroma of the Free-Flowing Grains Reaches Global Cuisines:
Giving a unique identification with their fragrance and  outstanding flavor, basmati rice grains are typically longer than other hybrids  of the commodity. With these distinguished qualities, it finds place in  cuisines in different parts of the earth. 

 A number of recipes are prepared all across, that satisfy  the taste buds of people who savor them very much. These include curry,  Biryani, Pilau, broth, and many more. Popularity of Basmati rice is growing by  the day in cuisines in the mid east. It is always an important part of dishes  prepared and used during celebrations and festivities.

 The long and slender grains with a distinct fragrance are  known to have their origination in Indian Subcontinent. A group of research scientists, in a study, has  found recently that the variety has its origin in Japan, and its trait  transferred under influence of some natural process. The variety was grown in  Himalayas first and then found place in many other states.

With foreign traders from places, such as middle east and  many other continents, coming to the country for trade, and their growing  delight for the commodity, basmati found place in various countries of  different continents, across the globe. Till date, it reaches offshore  destinations, with the growing presence of B2B  portals, providing reach to Indian exporters at the click of a button.

 It is primarily exported to European and African countries. Gulf  countries, and the United States of America, are other major importers of the  grain from India. USA is a major producer, and also an exporter of the  commodity.
 India is the largest exporter of the grain to United States.  China has emerged as the latest market for rice exporters from the country.  China's consumption of rice is the highest in the world. Total exports from  India for Financial Year 2010-11 was to the tune of 23 lakh tones, against total production of 50 lakh tones in the fiscal. The  govt. of India's paddy production target for 2011-12 crop year is 102 million  tone. 

The Second Largest Producer is also the Largest Exporter:
India is the second largest producer of the aromatic grain.  On the other hand, it is also the largest exporter. Vietnam, Thailand, China,  and USA too export other hybrids of rice. Manufactured products of rice are  available too. Manufacturers  Directory is the right place to reach Indian manufacturers of rice powder  and rice preparations.

Exports of the commodity, both in terms of volume and value,  see north. Country's exports of the commodity, has been soaring. The  International Grains Council foresees a further rise in shipments to offshore destinations.  The Council estimates a jump of 32 per cent in exports. Thus the export volume  is foreseen to reach 5 million tone against 3.8 million tone in financial year  2011.

Govt. policies and easy reach to B2B Portals give Indian  exporters an edge in the international markets. Steps taken by government of  India, such as calling of ban on rice exports and reducing Minimum Export Price  (MEP), give Indian suppliers of the commodity an opportunity to be more  competitive in the global markets.