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Wheat is a cereal grain, originally from the Levant region of the Near East but now cultivated worldwide.
This grain is grown on more land area than any other commercial food. Wheat is the leading source of vegetable protein in human food, having higher protein content than other major cereals, maize or rice. Wheat is a widely grown winter crop. A wide range of varieties are available including dwarf, semi-dwarf and bearded varieties. Specialist grazing varieties and tall varieties for hay production are also available. Wheat is a staple food usually made into flour to make breads, cakes, cookies, noodles and even beer. It is a good source of vitamins, minerals and protein.