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Category: Kernza® at work

NRCS Programs Available Now for Perennial Grains – E328O: Perennial Grain Crop Conservation Rotation

Kernza® at work

The E328O perennial grain crop conservation rotation is available to new Kernza producers through the Natural Resources Conservation Service’s EQIP and CSP programs. The enhancement provides a scenario/practice payment to the producer for the time needed to plan and implement changes to crop rotations that effectively add a perennial grain to their cropping system. The … Continue reading NRCS Programs Available Now for Perennial Grains – E328O: Perennial Grain Crop Conservation Rotation

KernzaCon Showcases National Perennial Grain Community

Event, Kernza® at work, Research Roundup

An article from the publication AgUpdate highlighted the recent KernzaCon event in Fargo, North Dakota, that brought together participants working on Kernza® perennial grain research and commercialization efforts across the United States. The event, which took place in early June of 2025, gathered Kernza researchers from a number of different disciplines and collaborating institutions to … Continue reading KernzaCon Showcases National Perennial Grain Community

KernzaCon 2025: Fargo, North Dakota

Event, Kernza® at work

Researchers, students, and members of the Kernza network are preparing to meet for KernzaCon 2025 in Fargo, North Dakota, from June 9-11, 2025. The event will be held and hosted in collaboration with North Dakota State University (NDSU). The program will highlight current research projects and progress in breeding, agronomy, ecosystem services, soil health, food … Continue reading KernzaCon 2025: Fargo, North Dakota

Minnesota Department of Agriculture Supports Kernza® & Perennial Crop Markets

Kernza® at work, Media, Product Highlight

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is supporting the Kernza® supply chain and market by funding multiple perennial grain businesses through its Continuous Living Cover* (CLC) Grant, which awarded $431,637 to 10 new projects in the state. Bang Brewing and Sturdiwheat will both receive funding to modify their recipes to increase the percentage of Kernza … Continue reading Minnesota Department of Agriculture Supports Kernza® & Perennial Crop Markets

2024 Kernza® Planting and Harvest Report Now Available

Kernza® at work, Research Roundup

The Land Institute’s Crop Stewardship Program released its 2024 Kernza Supply support this March, providing insights on planting, harvest, and management data from Kernza growers across several regions of the US. This detailed report incorporates self-reported statistics directly from growers related to total acreage, yield data, storage data, growing conditions, harvest products, planting intentions, and … Continue reading 2024 Kernza® Planting and Harvest Report Now Available

Kernza® Value-Added Uses for Malting, Brewing, and Distilling (AURI)

Kernza® at work, Research Roundup

In collaboration with private sector businesses and external research partners, the Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI) released a report detailing Kernza’s uses and behavior in brewing, distilling, malting, and baking to support Minnesota businesses and beyond. The insights within this report are critical for developing strong supply chains and commercialization networks for Kernza to support … Continue reading Kernza® Value-Added Uses for Malting, Brewing, and Distilling (AURI)

Collaboration to Advance Agrivoltaics through Kernza® Perennial Grain

Kernza® at work, Media

The agriculture and conservation organization American Farmland Trust (AFT) and solar energy company Sol Systems launched an initiative to advance the emerging agrivoltaics field through perennial agriculture by incorporating commercial Kernza® perennial grain production. This innovative project seeks to combine solar energy and agricultural production to support the long-term health of soils and natural resources … Continue reading Collaboration to Advance Agrivoltaics through Kernza® Perennial Grain

2023 Kernza® Planting and Harvest Report Now Available

Kernza® at work

The 2023 Kernza® perennial grain Supply Report provides data related to the year’s planting, harvesting, and management, including key figures such as total Kernza acreage in the US and current grain inventory.   Download the 2023 Report   Report prepared by Hana Fancher, Market Stewardship Specialist in The Land Institute’s Crop Stewardship Program. This work … Continue reading 2023 Kernza® Planting and Harvest Report Now Available

Now Open for Enrollment: EECO Pilot Program

Ecosystems Services, Kernza® at work

For the most up-to-date version of EECO enrollment (2/2024) find the flier here or enroll here. Eligible Minnesota growers can now enroll in the Forever Green EECO Implementation Program. This program supports the early commercial success and environmental benefits of the continuous living cover crops and cropping systems being developed by the University of Minnesota … Continue reading Now Open for Enrollment: EECO Pilot Program