Well-known wheat species and hybrids include the most widely grown common wheat (T. aestivum), spelt, durum, emmer, einkorn, and Khorasan or Kamut. The archaeological record suggests that …

Jan 2, 2026 · wheat, any of several species of cereal grasses of the genus Triticum (family Poaceae) and their edible grains. Wheat is one of the oldest and most important of the cereal crops.

Wheat, used for white bread, pastries, pasta, and pizza, has been the principal cereal crop since the 18th century. Wheat was introduced by the first English colonists and quickly became the main cash …

2 days ago · Sunish Sehgal, winter wheat breeder at South Dakota State University, explains the evolution of wheat and what can be expected in the future.

Wheat is considered to be the most important staple food globally. Up to 55% of the population of the world depends on this crop for 20% of calory intake (1). The crop prevails in temperate zones and is …

Three important species of wheat are Triticum aestivum (common wheat), Triticum durum, and T. compactum; T. aestivum is used to make bread, T. durum is used to make pasta, and T. compactum …

Since 1960, world production of wheat and other grain crops has tripled and is expected to grow further through the middle of the 21st century. Global demand for wheat is increasing because of the …

Jun 11, 2018 · Wheat is one of the oldest and most important cereal crops. Wheat is grown for its grain, which is ground into flour used to make breads and pastas. Wheat consists of approximately 20 …

Mar 17, 2025 · Wheat production is measured in tonnes.

Oct 6, 2024 · Wheat is a cereal grain that is one of the most widely cultivated and consumed staple foods globally. It belongs to the genus Triticum and is primarily grown for its seeds, which are ground …