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 …

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 …

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 …

6 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.

May 13, 2025 · There are six main classes of wheat grown in the United States, and they are all used for different purposes — the end product usually determines the type of wheat used. For …

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 …

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 …

Wheat stands as one of the most influential plants in human history, shaping civilizations and feeding billions. This versatile grain has been a staple food for thousands of years, evolving …

Wheat futures slid toward $5.10 per bushel on Monday, hovering near early January lows, after fresh US government crop and inventory estimates signaled looser supply conditions and …

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