Rice (Oryza sativa) is one of the most important staple diets of the global population. In Asia, it supplies more than 35% of the energy intake and more than 25% of alimentary proteins.

The Camargue region is the main production zone for rice in France. The cereal has ecological requirements, particularly for the thermal and hydric level. French cultivation methods optimize growth and nutritional richness. This specificity has lead to the achievement of a Protected Geographical Indication.