Thung Kula Rong-Hai jasmine rice

           The steamed rice that we eat has many varieties, brands, tastes, aromas, and textures. Thai rice that is known as the best of rice that has made a name around the world is Thung Kula Rong Hai Hom Mali Rice from 5 Isan provinces, namely Maha Sarakham, Roi Et, Yasothon, Sisaket and Surin. It gained GI certification from the Department of Intellectual Property, Ministry of Commerce, on October 24, 2007, due to its distinctiveness and natural aroma. Additionally, since 2009, Thai Hom Mali Rice has won the title of best rice in the world seven times.

           Thung Kula Rong-Hai jasmine rice is processed from light-sensitive aromatic paddy rice varieties, namely Khao Dawk Mali 105 and Kor Khor 15, which are grown in the Thung Kula Rong-Hai area in winter, which relies on rainwater as the main source. It can be planted once a year and harvested during cool, rain-free winters. According to conventional wisdom, the water must be drained around 10 days before to harvesting rice in order to ensure that the rice is of high quality, the grains are clear and hard, and the cooked rice is fragrant and tender. Prior to being approved by dealers and customers both locally and internationally, there is a standard that distinguishes the quality of jasmine rice produced in Thung Kula Rong Hai from that produced in other sources.

              The Roi Et Provincial Office of Commerce teams up with the Sakon Nakhon Provincial Office of Commerce in 2022 to promote Thung Kula Rong Hai Hom Mali Rice, a GI product from the Roi Et Province, as one of 18 high-quality GI products to the global market. This collaboration fosters trade opportunities and raises the quality of community products as rice products with production standards.

Source: Department of Intellectual Property
Tel: 1368