Triticale

Triticale is a hardy wheat-rye hybrid grain with more protein than either rye or wheat, making it a must-have for the modern homesteader. It is ideal for those looking to grow their own grain to grind into flour for baking.

At a glance

• Type: open-pollinated grain (wheat-rye hybrid)
• Non-GMO
• Nutrition: higher protein than rye or wheat
• Use: grain for flour and baking
• Sun: full sun
• Also serves as a cover crop

Best for

• Home grain growing
• Grinding into flour for baking
• Cover cropping and soil building
• Homestead self-sufficiency
• Livestock forage

How to grow

Broadcast or drill seed into prepared soil in full sun, then rake in and keep moist until established. Triticale grows much like wheat. Harvest once the grain heads dry and the kernels are firm, then thresh and store. Canadian customers should research province-specific import regulations, as a phytosanitary certificate may be required and is not provided.

About MIgardener

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