Whole Grain Sampling Day: Understand Its Significance
Did You Know?
World Grain Sampling Day is observed on the last Wednesday of March every year to promote the nutritional benefits of whole grains and enhance their consumption worldwide.
Global Grain Production
Grains are extensively cultivated across nearly every continent, yielding over 2.78 billion tons annually on a global scale.
World's Most Abundant Grain
Wheat is massively produced and China is the biggest producer followed by India, United States, Russia, and Brazil.
Oldest Grain
Farro Monococcum is among the most ancient grains in existence. When cooked, it shares similarities with barley but possesses a slightly denser texture and hints of caramel flavor.
Wild Rice Is Not a Rice
Wild rice, despite its name, is not a true rice but a type of aquatic grass seed. It is recognized as a whole grain and contains slightly more fiber and protein than white rice.
Maize is Native American
Maize is a Native American word but not used in America and Canada, as they call it corn. It is a popular whole grain, a staple food around the globe, and grown in higher quantities than wheat and rice.