Marsi Rice: Ancient Cold-Resilient High-Himalayan Rice Dense Grain Structure

Marsi Rice is an aromatic, cold-resilient rice traditionally grown in high Himalayan valleys, where cold temperatures and short growing seasons have shaped a distinctive, dense-grained variety over generations.

Bred for High Altitude

Marsi Rice has been cultivated in Nepal’s high mountain valleys for centuries, adapting to cold, short growing seasons where most rice varieties won’t survive. The result is rice with a firm texture, distinctive aroma, and a slightly nutty flavor.

A Piece of Mountain Agricultural Heritage

Because it’s grown only at high altitude in limited quantities, Marsi Rice is harder to find than standard lowland rice varieties, and it remains an important part of traditional Himalayan cuisine in the regions where it’s grown.

Sourcing & Purity

Our Marsi Rice is grown by smallholder farmers in high Himalayan valleys using traditional farming methods, and is sold whole and unprocessed.

Price and Availability

• 1kg – Rs.400

Choose Marsi Rice for an authentic, aromatic taste of high-Himalayan agricultural heritage.