See how an industry leader uses Kernza® to help them meet their current and future sustainability goals.

Explore the options below to find a supplier who fits your needs. Sustain-A-Grain Sustain-A-Grain has a two-part mission: to introduce consumers to Kernza® perennial grain and to support family farms in growing Kernza®. We have been growing Kernza® ourselves for nearly 5 years in close collaboration with The Land Institute—where Kernza® was first developed. We … Continue reading Kernza^® Suppliers

This 4th-generation farmer brings a future-forward mindset to enhance soil health, promote biodiversity, and ensure long-term sustainability.

This innovative team is bringing Kernza® to life through deliciously unique pasta dishes and baked goods.

Where it All Began The origins of Kernza® trace back to 1983 when plant breeder Peggy Wagoner at The Rodale Institute identified intermediate wheatgrass (Thinopyrum intermedium) as a promising candidate for a perennial grain. Inspired by Wes Jackson’s vision for a more sustainable agricultural system, researchers at Rodale and the USDA began early breeding efforts … Continue reading The Kernza^® Story

The modern scale of our current agricultural system threatens to collapse the natural systems upon which we depend. Perennial grains are a robust, transformative remedy that can provide ample human food while reducing or eliminating impacts from industrial agriculture. 25 Percent of the world’s annual greenhouse gas emissions are due to food production 10 feet: … Continue reading A Perennial Future

Kernza® and General Mills: A Regenerative Recipe for the FutureSee how an industry leader uses Kernza® to help them meet their current and future sustainability goalsRead More How Wendy Johnson of Jóia Food & Fiber Farm Is Leading the Way with Kernza®This 4th-generation farmer brings a future-forward mindset to enhance soil health, promote biodiversity, and … Continue reading Success Stories

Nourishing Communities, Restoring the Planet Kernza® perennial grain offers a transformative solution to sustainable farming. Thriving for multiple years without replanting, Kernza® reduces the need for tillage and other resource-intensive inputs. Its extensive root system, which can reach over ten feet underground, prevents soil erosion, cleans water, and improves overall soil health. This intrinsically regenerative … Continue reading Environmental Impact

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