• RETAIL RICE & ANCIENT GRAINS

Versatile and nutritious, rice and ancient grains are some of the world’s most popular foods. Trinidad Benham offers a wide assortment of higher grade, quality rice and ancient grains, with the ability to source different varieties. Our rice varieties include long, medium & short grain, instant, flavored mixes, brown, specialty imported and organic. 

We are focused on your private brand, offering the benefits of a diverse, multi-region supply chain and the efficiencies of a national distribution network that can combine freight opportunities with our multiple product lines.

RICE & ANCIENT GRAIN VARIETIES

BASMATI RICE

Long, slender aromatic grain with a light nutty flavor that is lighter and fluffier than standard white rice. Originally from India. Used in Middle Eastern cuisine.

Brown Calrose Rice

Nutty flavored. As nutritious as regular brown rice, but a slightly smaller grain. Used as a substitute for Calrose rice in sushi dishes. Primarily grown in CA.

Brown Long Grain Rice

Increasingly popular, high-protein legume often used as an alternative to meat. Convenient 20-25 min. cook time. Great addition to soup, salad, and pasta.

Calrose Rice

Medium grain variety known for its softness, higher starch content, and ability to hold flavor. Most popular in sushi because of its sticky texture.

JASMINE

White long-grain variety with a soft, sticky texture and subtle floral aroma. Staple in Southeast Asian-style cooking. Used in soups, stir fries, grilled, and braised dishes.

LONG GRAIN RICE

Ancient grain and the #1 directly-consumed grain in the world. Reaches across a variety of cuisines. Added as a side dish or eaten as a main dish served with beans.

PARBOILED RICE

Steam-treated at the processing stage for more nutrient-rich, less sticky, and more separate cooked rice. Great versatility and stability in buffet lines, ideal for restaurants & caterers.

PEARL RICE

Short grain, plump pearl-like kernels with high starch content. Used to make rice pudding, Puerto Rican rice and chicken (arroz con pollo), and Italian risottos.

BARLEY

Ancient hardy grain used in variety of dishes, from cereal to alcohol to soups. Creates heartier, fuller-bodied meal when added to soup or stew.

QUINOA

Protein-packed, gluten-free, fiber-rich grain with all 9 essential amino acids.

RED QUINOA

Protein-packed, gluten-free, fiber-rich grain with all 9 essential amino acids.

TRI-COLOR QUINA

Protein-packed, gluten free, fiber-rich grain with all 9 essential amino acids.

FARRO

Ancient wheat grain with health benefits from protein, fiber, and minerals. Hearty, nutty taste, perfect for variety of cuisines and dishes, including soups and salads.

FREEKEH

Roasted and cracked whole grain from green durum wheat. High protein and fiber content. Contains B vitamins and minerals. Used in a variety of cuisines.

BLACK CHIA

Nutrient-dense seeds from herbaceous plant. Rich in antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, protein, iron, and calcium. Used in a variety of dishes and as a topping.

FEATURED PRODUCT

QUINOA

High in fiber and packed with protein, quinoa is one of the few plant foods considered a complete protein, a great choice to support a healthier lifestyle. Naturally gluten-free, quinoa also has a higher amount of nutrients and antioxidants than other gluten-free grains, including a healthy dose of fatty acids. It’s time to get this consumer favorite on your store shelf.
Per 1 c. serving: 222 cal • 0% sodium • 8.14g protein • 5.2g dietary fiber

BOXED RICE

Convenient time-saver in a variety of flavors. With flavors from all-natural long grain & wild rice to roasted garlic and tomato and basil, your customers can fill their pantries with classic and new flavor combinations.

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INSTANT RICE

Quick and easy way to enjoy rice. Our instant rice completes your store-brand rice selection with our exceptional fill rate and the added efficiency of shipping with your bean orders.

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RICE BLENDS

The largest selling side dish category in dry grocery. Appeal to your customers’ various tastes, with our wide variety of consumer-tested flavors, preferred over the leading national brand.

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BOIL-IN-BAG

The most convenient way to enjoy rice. Offer your customers long-grain white or brown options for a deliciously health-conscious, time-saving side dish with virtually no clean-up.

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RICE & ANCIENT GRAIN HEALTH FACTS & CONSUMER USAGE

  • Provide dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals
  • Brown rice (1/2 cup cooked) 5g protein and 1 grain SVG, WIC approved
  • Non-allergenic source of complex carbs, proteins, and amino acids
  • Important food staple, 12-month shelf life, no refrigeration needed

PACKAGING OPTIONS

We offer the variety of size and packaging options you need to make your rice sales successful. Our company-owned polyethylene printing facility increases efficiencies and helps control your cost.

Available in: 1#, 2#, 4#, 10#, 20#, 25# & 50# sizes

Box Line
Stand-Up-Zipper-Pouch-Rice
Stand Up Zipper Pouch
Poly Form & Fill

GROWING REGIONS

In the U.S., rice is primarily grown in the Southeast, Texas, and California. It’s usually planted in May and harvested in July.

Numbers are based on a 3 year average (2018-2020)

Source: Farm Service Agency Crop Acreage Report

RETAIL BRANDS

If you don’t have an established private brand program, we offer our own successful brands of rice. You can rely on Trinidad’s brand equity, commitment to quality, and proven category expertise when you select one of our existing brands.

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