The long grain white rice is milled rice that has had its husk, bran, and germ removed. This alters the flavor, texture and appearance of the rice and helps prevent spoilage and extends its storage life. After milling, the rice is polished, resulting in a seed with a bright, white, shiny appearance. Rice is referred to the length and shape of the grain. Simply speaking, long grain rice will have a longer cylindrical shape, whereas short grain rice will be shorter and wider.