Makobane
Makobane
Wheat
Triticum aestivum
A globally significant cereal grain, one of the first domesticated crops, providing a staple food for billions worldwide.
Wheat is one of the most important cereal grains in human history, first domesticated from wild grasses in the Fertile Crescent thousands of years ago. Today it is cultivated worldwide and serves as a staple food source through bread, pasta, cereals, and numerous other products. It is also used in beer production, animal feed, and various industrial applications including adhesives and cosmetics.
Milled into flour for bread, porridge, and other staple foods
Whole wheat products provide essential fiber
Koro has been a vital crop in Lesotho agriculture, introduced during colonial times and becoming an essential part of the Basotho diet. It is often grown in rotation with maize and provides both food security and income for farming communities.
Grows best in temperate climates with moderate rainfall. Requires well-drained soil and cool temperatures during germination. Thrives at altitudes of 1,500-3,000 meters in Lesotho.
Generally safe when processed properly. Some individuals may have gluten intolerance or celiac disease. Raw wheat should not be consumed in large quantities.