When jobs on the market are hard to come by, it is time to turn to your own innovation and hard work to get the things your family needs. Growing your own food is a good first step toward personal sustainability in a difficult economy. If you have some extra land and some time on your hands, growing your own wheat might be a good way to pass the time in a productive way.
Growing your own wheat helps ensure that your family is eating flour grown safely from the best grain seeds available, especially artisan grains which can provide a heartier and more flavorful loaf. Understanding what types of wheat grains are available to grow in your garden can help you choose the right wheat for your family's favorite dishes.
Types of wheat include:
Spelt
Club Wheat
Winter Wheat
Spring Wheat
Durum
Kamut
Durum is usually used for pasta, while winter wheat is most often used for bread and grains. Within the categories of grain, there exist several varieties, for example, winter wheats come in both red and white varieties. Both the red and white varieties come in winter and spring types.
Some helpful wheat resources:
Types of Wheat
Wheat Food Safety
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