Product Overview

Alter Eco Coral Rice (Khao Deng variety) is derived from an ancient red rice grain. This unique rice is obtained by a natural technique using traditional millstones. The polished grains acquire a beautiful coral color and while the grains retain all the natural riches and minerals of whole grain red rice, they are lighter and easier to digest. This original rice was developed in partnership with Alter Eco. In this way, Alter Eco helps the farmers of Surin to diversify their offer and create new business.

Product Profile

Origin: Thailand
453 gram Pack
Label: FAIRTRADE FLO-CERT
Ingredient: 100% Polished Khao Deng Red Rice
Storage: To preserve the flavor and freshness, keep your Alter Eco Coral rice in a cool and dry environment, protected from direct sunlight.

To Your Health

Coral rice grains retain all the natural riches and minerals of whole grain red rice and are lighter and easier to digest.

Other varieties

• Thai Rice
• Ruby Rice

• Area brief
• World Bank Country Profile

Other Products from this Coop

• Thai Rice
• Ruby Rice

Coop Overview

The Surin cooperative was created in 1997, but the current members have been regrouping and working communally since 1993. Thanks to Fair Trade buying prices and a development premium managed by the members themselves, the cooperative was able to invest in a facility for de-husking, sorting and packaging the rice. In this way they are able to increase the percentage of the final product price that goes to them. The members also avoid the added cost of multiple transports during the various stages of transformation. The close collaboration between Alter Eco and the Surin cooperative has led to the creation of three new cooperatives, currently in the process of starting their activity.

Annual FTA 200 audit is performed at this location.