A century ago, Illinois farmers led the U.S. in growing the most wheat. However, after World War II, the demand for corn and soybeans created a shift. Still, wheat remains an important crop in Illinois. Read on for interesting facts and stats about wheat.
Farmers harvest the wheat after ripening and when moisture levels make up no more than 14% of the kernel’s weight, as wheat must be dry enough to be stored without spoiling.
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