Glossary

• O.C.I.A
  

  Also, know as the Organic Crop Improvement Association, is one of the world's largest organic certification agencies. For more details, visit their website at http://www.ocia.org/members/index.asp.

• Organic
  

  The USDA National Organic Standards released October 21, 2002, detail different levels and definitions for labeling a particular product as being organic. For complete details and definitions, please visit the USDA National Organic Program website at http://www.ams.usda.gov/nop/.

• Originario Rice
  

  A type of arborio (short-grain) rice.

• Oryza Sativa
  

  The Latin botanical name for rice. Rice is a semi-aquatic member of the grass family.

• Orzo
  

  Rice shaped pasta.