domesticated wheat

Domesticated wheat is a cultivated crop that has been selectively bred by humans for thousands of years to improve traits like larger grains and easier harvestability. Unlike wild wheat, which disperses its seeds naturally, domesticated wheat has traits that keep the grains attached to the plant until harvest, making it more suitable for agriculture. It is a major staple food, providing essential nutrients and energy, and serves as the foundation for many products such as bread, pasta, and cereals. The process of domestication has transformed wild grasses into the crop we rely on today.