Paddy

Paddy rice is the unhulled form of rice grains. It consists of the rice kernel (the edible part) surrounded by a hard outer husk called the hull. This hull protects the grain during growth and harvesting.

1. Harvesting: After harvesting, paddy rice is typically dried to reduce moisture content.
2. Processing: To produce the polished rice we are familiar with, paddy rice undergoes a process called hulling. This involves removing the outer hull to reveal the edible kernel.
3. Nutritional Value: Paddy rice is generally considered more nutritious than polished rice as it retains more of the outer layers, which are rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
4. Uses: Paddy rice is not commonly consumed directly. It's primarily used as a raw material for processing into polished rice, rice flour, and other rice-based products.
5. Byproducts: The hulls removed from paddy rice can be used for various purposes, such as animal feed, compost, and fuel.