Kampong Thom Rice Mill Limited, headquartered in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, is a leading rice miller and exporter known for its high-quality fragrant and organic rice products. Leveraging Cambodia’s rich agricultural heritage and fertile Mekong River Delta plains, the company operates state-of-the-art milling facilities that cater to both bulk commodity markets and premium retail segments globally.
Company Overview
Founded to promote Cambodia’s premium rice varieties on the world stage, Kampong Thom Rice Mill Limited has become a trusted supplier to international buyers across Asia, Europe, and North America. With vertically integrated operations encompassing paddy sourcing, storage, milling, grading, polishing, and export logistics, the company ensures consistent quality, traceability, and scalability.
Core Business Areas
1. Rice Varieties
- Jasmine Rice: Highly aromatic, long-grain variety recognized globally for its soft texture and fragrance.
- White Rice: Cleaned and polished for both foodservice and consumer markets.
- Fragrant Rice: Locally grown rice with natural scent, ideal for retail packaging.
- Brown Rice: Health-focused whole grain rice, high in fiber and nutrients.
- Parboiled Rice: Nutrient-preserving rice processed under steam and pressure, widely used in institutional food services.
2. Rice Products
- Milled Rice: Standard and premium grades with customizable broken percentage.
- Polished Rice: White and semi-polished rice for retail and OEM packing.
- Broken Rice: Used for food processing, brewing, and animal feed industries.
3. Private Label & OEM Services
- Custom Branding and Packaging: For supermarkets, distributors, and premium brands.
- Export Documentation Support: Origin certification, phytosanitary documents, and quality lab reports.
Unique Selling Proposition (USP)
- Premium Jasmine Rice: Grown in designated Cambodian GI (Geographical Indication) zones.
- Modern Milling Technology: Buhler machines and color sorting systems ensuring purity and uniformity.
- Export-Ready Certification: Compliance with EU, U.S., China, and ASEAN food import regulations.
- Sustainable Sourcing: Engages over 1,500 local farmers through direct contracts and fair-trade models.
Financial and Production Capacity
- Estimated Annual Turnover: $10M–$15M USD
- Milling Capacity: 25–30 metric tons per hour
- Storage Capacity: >8,000 tons of paddy
- Annual Export Volume: Over 35,000 metric tons
Export and Shipment Records
Based on global trade data and official export logs:
- Export Destinations: France, Germany, China, Vietnam, United States, Canada
- Flagship Product: Jasmine Fragrant Rice, shipped in 5kg and 10kg branded bags
- Shipping Frequency: >30 containers per month
- Top Clients: Ethnic food importers, supermarket chains, foodservice wholesalers
Target Markets
- Retail Supermarkets (Private Label & Branded)
- Ethnic Grocers and Specialty Stores
- Institutional Buyers (Caterers, Hospitality)
- Online Grocery Distributors
- Organic and Health-Conscious Market Segments
Operational Capabilities
- Quality Assurance Lab: Conducts moisture, purity, and breakage tests
- Color Sorters and Destoners: Ensures zero contaminants in final product
- Vacuum and MAP Packaging Lines: Extends shelf life for export
- Integrated Logistics: Inland trucking and port logistics for efficient shipment handling
Certifications and Compliance
- GMP Certified – Good Manufacturing Practices
- HACCP Compliant
- Phytosanitary Compliance – Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries (MAFF)
- EU Organic Certification (selected batches)
- China AQSIQ Registered
- FDA Facility Registration (USA)
Customer Testimonials
“Their Jasmine rice consistently meets our EU retail grade specs—clean grain, low moisture, and fast delivery. Our customers love it.”
— Import Manager, Organic Food Distributor, France
“Working with Kampong Thom Rice has simplified our sourcing from Cambodia. Reliable volumes and full traceability make it our preferred supplier.”
— Rice Trading Partner, Vietnam
Major Achievements
- Ranked in Top 10 Cambodian Rice Exporters by Cambodian Rice Federation (2023)
- Featured in World Rice Conference as a premium GI jasmine rice exporter
- Integrated solar energy panels on mill rooftop for sustainable power (2022)
- Supported by IFC and GIZ programs for farmer training and traceable sourcing
