We are delighted to offer these quality foods made by a small family-owned business that believes in providing healthy and satisfying whole grain products. Their proprietary method of sprouting significantly increases the nutrients when compared to unsprouted brown rice. Recent lab analysis reveals: 300% more GABA*, an amino acid that improves brain function and 400% more calcium. Other benefits include easier digestibility, quicker cooking time, and improved texture. This is not a certified organic product, as the processing facility(which adds water and heat) is not yet certified organic. The rice is grown on a certified organic rice farm which has been growing organically since 1983. *GABA appears to reduce anxiety and promote a sense of calm and to promote sleep. The effects of GABA are mild and do not cause sedation.