Answer:
Yes wild rice is rice.
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Alfred
Wild rice is not actually rice, but an annual water-grass seed. It is more difficult to cultivate and harvest than rice, translating to a much higher end-user cost. In the opinion of many, the high nutritional values and flavor are worth the extra costs. For more detailed information you can visit http://www.mnwildrice.com/riceinfo.htm
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