The Land Institute

Throughout the summer, farmers and research partners are hosting in-person field days in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and New Mexico showcasing Kernza®. Attend a field day near you to learn about a wide range of topics, including Kernza breeding, production, processing, economics, ecosystem services, and market development. Click the link below to view the full list of 2024 Kernza field days. https://lnkd.in/gBNUdHDF

🌾 What are perennial grains? 🌾 Perennial grains are long-lived alternatives to major grains like barley, lentils, and sunflower seeds. Examples of new perennial grains include Kernza® in the US and perennial rice in China, with many more crops in development that The Land Institute and partners will release over the next two decades. Perennial grains allow farmers to plant once and harvest a crop for many years without replanting. These crops’ longevity and deep root systems build healthy soil and protect it from erosion, better utilize water, foster biodiversity, remove carbon from the air, and more. As new hardware for agriculture, perennial grains can transform our approach to farming by achieving high-yielding, climate-resilient food crops with robust ecological, economic, and social benefits.

Apply for our Research Assistant opening in the Perennial Wheat Program to advance the development of new perennial grain crops! Initial candidate review begins today, July 8th. https://lnkd.in/gMKXx3Ec

We are currently hiring an Executive Assistant to engage and collaborate with our transdisciplinary Executive Team leading the movement to advance perennial agriculture globally. If you are looking to support strategic projects with internal and external partners of The Land Institute and define new operational strategies to enhance our organization's functionality, apply for this position by July 22 at the link below. https://lnkd.in/gQQibnb3

The Land Institute is searching for a Research Assistant to help progress research goals in the Perennial Wheat Program at our Salina, Kansas headquarters through planting, harvesting, weeding, threshing, plant tissue collection, data entry, and other research tasks. Interested in applying your research skills to support the development of new perennial grain crops and cropping systems? Click the link below to apply today. https://lnkd.in/gMKXx3Ec

Michelin-recommended, Denver-based Restaurant Olivia recently highlighted five new perennial grains from The Land Institute to showcase the potential of cooking with perennial ingredients at an event made possible by the Julia Child Foundation. Guests experienced the complexity and uniqueness of perennial grains firsthand, with a focus on local sourcing, culinary excellence, and food sustainability. Taste the perennial future for yourself! Through July, Restaurant Olivia will feature a perennial grain-focused tasting menu available to the public, with unique dishes made with Kernza® perennial grain. "Perennial grains are the future of the culinary industry. They offer a sustainable solution to food security challenges while providing rich, diverse flavors to explore. By integrating these grains into our menus, we're not only crafting innovative dishes but also supporting a more resilient food system for future generations." — Ty Leon, Restaurant Olivia Co-Owner and Executive Chef Learn more about the July tasting menu and reserve a seat: https://lnkd.in/gTrE-25q

Researchers, cooks, and food companies are leading the way in developing new Kernza breeding strategies, recipes, and products to lead this perennial grain from the research station to fields and forks. Read our 2023 Perennial Impact Report to learn about these advancements in perennial grain development. https://lnkd.in/g6T6Rv5v

Rachel Stroer, President of The Land Institute, is speaking on a panel hosted by Economist Impact events at their 4th annual Sustainability Week event, which will be held virtually and in person in New York City. This event will bring together businesses, policymakers, and government stakeholders. The panel session, titled "Sowing Sustainability-Cultivating a Greener Future in Agriculture & Food," will discuss how global agriculture must adapt to a changing climate & natural resource scarcity and the role of the private sector in fueling a sustainable agriculture transformation. Read more about this panel session and Sustainability Week: https://lnkd.in/dPxBWsk

Diverse research activities across The Land Institute's perennial grain crop improvement programs are providing key insights into improving perennial grain yield and accelerating crop development efforts. Read our 2023 Perennial Impact Report to learn about the latest in perennial agriculture progress. https://lnkd.in/g6T6Rv5v

Are you a grad student or recent grad looking to pursue a career in agriculture & conservation? Check out the Next Gen Agriculture and Conservation Mentorship Program with Green Lands Blue Waters, which includes one-on-one mentorship and professional trainings! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gfv6Td7q