Description

Wheat is a grass widely cultivated for its seed, a cereal grain which is a worldwide staple food. Archaeological analysis of wild emmer indicates that it was first cultivated in the southern Levant, with finds dating back as far as 9600 BCE. Globally, it is the leading source of vegetable protein in human food, Technological advances in soil preparation and seed placement at planting time, use of crop rotation and fertilizers to improve plant growth, and advances in harvesting methods have all combined to promote wheat yield and make it a viable crop