Durum wheat can grow successfully in a closed, self-supporting ecosystem
Date
2013-02-08
Authors
Stasiak, M.
Gidzinksi, D.
Jordan, M.
Dixon, M.
Institute for Community Engaged Scholarship
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Abstract
There were few differences between the nutrient and gluten contents of hydroponically- and field-grown durum wheat varieties. While Eurostar and Strongfield had higher yields, all varieties contained appropriate levels of gluten protein and were suitable for pasta-making. More research is needed to determine which wheat variety is best for closed life-support systems.
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This summary is a project of the Institute for Community Engaged
Scholarship (ICES) at the University of Guelph, with project partners:
the Business Development Office (BDO), SPARK Program at the
University of Guelph, and Knowledge Mobilization Unit at York
University. This project is part of the Pan-Canadian Research
Impact Network. http://csahs.uoguelph.ca/pps/Clear_Research
Keywords
Durum wheat, grain, pasta, gluten protein, life support system, closed ecosystem, hydroponics