Wheat, a staple food for billions worldwide, faces numerous challenges in today’s changing climate. From environmental stresses to concerns about gluten sensitivity, the need for innovative solutions has never been greater. The WheatBiome project steps up to this challenge with a unique approach: leveraging the power of microbes.
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Microbiota plays a crucial role in wheat crop health by aiding nutrient absorption, defending against diseases, and improving stress resilience. These microorganisms enhance soil health, supporting sustainable farming and a thriving agricultural future. Recognizing their importance is key to advancing eco-friendly wheat production.
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Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition triggered by gluten in genetically predisposed individuals. Gluten, found in grains like wheat, rye, and barley, is also added to processed foods. With rising cases and limited treatment options, the WHEATBIOME project aims to improve grain production and food processing to enhance the quality of life for those affected.
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Wheat, the EU’s top cereal and the world’s third most cultivated grain, offers essential nutrients and medicinal properties but grapples with issues like mycotoxin contamination and geopolitical tensions impacting markets. Despite challenges, it remains a cornerstone of food security for over half the world’s population, supporting millions of farmers’ livelihoods.
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WHEATBIOME project wants to unlock all the potential of wheat crops with strong collaboration between academia, industry, food system actors and governmental authorities. The project started in January 2023 and will last for 48 months, until December 2026. In 2020, wheat was the grain with largest acreage and the European Union was the world major
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