YUKINOHO Japanese Koshihikari Brown Rice - Specially Cultivated in Niigata Minamiuonuma

"Yukiho," a specially cultivated Koshihikari rice from Minamiuonuma, boasts a significant reduction in chemical fertilizers (nitrogen components) by over 50% and chemical synthetic pesticides by more than 60% compared to conventional Koshihikari varieties. This unique rice is 100% locally grown in Minamiuonuma, a fact that JA Minamiuonuma takes great pride in. The rice is nurtured by the rich soil and pure snowmelt water from the Echigo Mountains, resulting in perfectly polished grains that exhibit a shiny appearance and a rich flavor.

The meticulous cultivation of "Special Cultivation Rice Minamiuonuma Koshihikari YUKINOHO" sets it apart from the rest, accounting for only about 10% of the total Koshihikari production in the region. The skilled producers belonging to the Minamiuonuma Organic Rice Association carefully tend to the rice, reducing chemical fertilizers and synthetic pesticides by 50% compared to common practices in the city.

Mt. Hakkaisan, a revered mountain with steep inclines, stands out in the Echigo mountain range with its distinct presence at the prefectural boundary. The pure waters of the Uono River flow through the Uonuma Basin, contributing to the exceptional quality of the rice cultivated in this region, known for heavy snowfall and the dedicated work of its farmers.

The combination of nutrient-rich soil, pure snow meltwater, and the unique climate of the basin has culminated in high-quality rice that has received the prestigious "Special A" rating for 23 consecutive years in the rice taste ranking conducted by the Japan Grain Inspection Association. To ensure that customers receive the finest taste directly from the source, we have partnered with "JA Uonuma Minami" for direct delivery from the production area.

(Brown Koshihikari Rice) Minamiuonuma-produced Yukiho GABA Brown Rice 100% Grown in Japan Minami-Uonuma, Niigata 5KG / 11 Pound X 1 Sack.

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