Perennial Wheat Could Revolutionize Agriculture

Perennial wheat could be the next agricultural revolution, according to John Reganold, Washington State University Regents professor. In his finding, published in the journal Science, Reganold said perennial versions of major grain crops would address many environmental limitations of annuals while helping to feed the planet. Perennial wheat has a longer growing season and deeper roots that can help reduce erosion, build soil and sequester carbon from the atmosphere. Learn more.