Quinoa in the Field photo by Juan Carlos Torrico.
Master Gardener Ann Bartlett tells us how ancient grains became popular in the 21st century. One has to wonder why. What have they got that agriscience has not improved upon? Two of these grains, quinoa and amaranth, help explain why ancient grains are popular today. Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) and amaranth were staples of the pre-Columbian world. Both are members of the spinach clan. The grain comes from seeds formed in the flowers. Like spinach, the foliage is edible. For more information; CLICK HERE