ABSTRACT
Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is one of the world’s most consumed cereals and has several health-related benefits. Given the growing demand for this cereal, farming activities are typically focused on the development of genetic variants of high-quality rice. Food additives, flavors, and industrially essential biochemicals are all derived from plant nutrients and metabolites. Plants exposed to stress, such as signal molecules, frequently accumulate such metabolites. Phytonutrients and metabolites play an important role in plant changes in the environment and stress resistance. Climate, moisture, photoperiod, water supply, micronutrients, and CO2 are all elements that influence plant development and phytochemical production. Drought, excessive salinity, and cold temperatures are all environmental factors that have a negative impact on plant growth and crop yield. Environmental stress conditions have shown some effects on the nutritional changes in rice crops. However, consumers have shared concerns regarding the quality and nutrition of rice. Nevertheless, since ancient times, in India, rice has secured a unique status for its exceptional features and properties, which are described in ancient Indian manuscripts and old stories. Rice is also a source of bioactive stimulants for well-being, making it an important dish for human nutrition. The emergence of omics tools, like genomics and metabolomics, helps to elucidate the understanding of the important aspects of the quality of rice grain. This article is designed to provide access to appropriate information and knowledge directly related to the nutraceutical potentialities of traditional rice landraces for the people interested in the subject.
