A rustic yet delicate rice produced only up in the northern US, wild rice is actually the black seeds of an aquatic plant, which grow one by one up the stalk. This product is very sophisticated, a more upscale kind of rice, with a hearty flavor that has hints of nuttiness. Known for its dark color and versatilty of use, it is also highly nutritious. There are no additives or preservative added to this all-natural rice. A product of the USA.