From Field to Market: How Cambodian Rice Reaches the World\n\nRice is more than a crop — it’s a national industry. Understanding the steps from harvest to export helps farmers and businesses improve quality and price.\n\nThe supply chain at a glance:\n\n1. Harvest & drying — timely harvest and proper drying prevent spoilage and mildew. Small investments in simple drying racks or solar dryers pay off.\n2. Milling & polishing — mills remove husk and polish grains. Quality control at this stage (moisture, broken grain percentage) defines export grades.\n3. Grading & packaging — graders separate by size and style (white, jasmine, parboiled). Packaging must meet buyer specs and labeling rules.\n4. Logistics & customs — consolidated shipments, good warehouse documentation, and compliance with phytosanitary certificates smooth export.\n\nTips for farmers & exporters: Invest in traceability (batch numbers, records), pursue quality certifications where feasible, and build relationships with reliable millers.\n\nConclusion: Efficiency and consistent quality at each stage raise the whole value chain — benefiting farmers, processors, and exporters alike.
