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Exploring the History and Uses of Bulgur
This video explores the ancient grain bulgur and its significance in various cultures throughout history. It highlights how bulgur is made, its versatility in different dishes, and its long shelf life. The video emphasizes how this...
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Rice: From Ancient Origins to Global Crop
This video provides a brief history of rice, highlighting its importance as a major food crop in Asia and its journey to become a global grain. It discusses the genetic origins of rice and its cultivation practices, as well as its spread...
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Barley: From Ancient Civilizations to the Present Day
Barley is one of the first cultivated grains ever recorded. Learn where the grain comes from and how it traveled throughout the world! Barley part 1/5
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The Fascinating History and Importance of Maize
Maize is believed to have first been domesticated and cultivated 9000 years ago in the Central Balsas region of Mexico. Learn about the genetic makeup of maize and its significance for the Mayan Empire. Maize part 1/5
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Spelt: A Promising Ancient Grain in the Modern World
This video discusses the decline and resurgence of spelt, an ancient grain that has faced challenges due to modernization and the popularity of wheat. Despite being less popular and more expensive, spelt retains its ancient composition...
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The Importance and Diversity of Millet
This video discusses the significance of Millet, a valuable crop cultivated in Asia and Africa for thousands of years. It explores the different species of Millet, their origins, and their adaptability to various climates and soil...
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Chlorophyll Catabolism and Pheophytin Synthesis
Chlorophyll Catabolism and Pheophytin Synthesis
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The Importance of Sorghum: From Food to Biofuel
In addition to providing nutrients to fuel our bodies, sorghum is also proving to be a useful crop in generating non-fossil fuels. Learn how sorghum stalks can be converted and burned to generate energy. Sorghum part 4/4
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The Gift of Teff: Ethiopia's Contribution to the World
This video provides a description and overview of the grain teff, highlighting its origins in Ethiopia and its potential as a crop for fighting famine. It discusses the history of teff, its cultivation and growth requirements, as well as...
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The Versatile Uses and Benefits of Buckwheat
Learn about the uses of the buckwheat plant - from plaster to salad! Buckwheat part 4/5
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The Evolution of Wheat: From Wild Grass to Common Crop
This video explores the evolution of agriculture and the significant role that common wheat has played in human history. From the discovery of grass as a food source to the crossbreeding and cultivation of different wheat varieties, it...
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How Does Cinnamon Grow?! | Maddie Moate
Have you ever wondered where cinnamon comes from or how it grows? Greg and I traveled to Sri Lanka and were lucky to visit a cinnamon plantation to find out! Not only did we discover how cinnamon is grown and harvested, but we also...
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Bulgur: From War Rations to Superfood
This video provides a brief history and overview of bulgur, a type of processed wheat grain. Learn how scientists have increased the nutritional value of bulgur to be used in disaster relief. Bulgur part 4/5
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Mechanical Plant Defenses
Plants defend themselves using a variety of physical features such as raphides and trichromes. Let's look at some of these mechanical plant defenses and how they function.
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The Importance and Resurgence of Barley
In this video, we explore the fascinating history and significance of barley. We learn about how this grain played important roles in various native and early cultures, and how it managed to survive and thrive throughout centuries. We...
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STEMExplore: A Day in the Life of a Plant Biologist
Simara Price is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Pennsylvania, working on how plants can better respond and survive in a changing environment due to climate change and global warming. She finds inspiration in contributing...
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Plant Movement: Tropisms, Nastic Movements, and Their Importance
Have you noticed that plants tend to grow in the direction of the sun? This redirection towards the sun a form of tropism, or plant movement. Learn about the common types of plant movement and their benefits!
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Amaranth: From Ancient Staple to Modern Superfood
This video explores the fascinating history and resilience of the ancient grain, amaranth. From its origins in Mesoamerica and its importance to the Aztec civilization, to its condemnation by the Spanish conquistadors and subsequent...
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Uses for Amaranth
For centuries, amaranth has been consumed for nutritional and medicinal purposes and used externally to treat a variety of rashes and wounds. Learn about the many uses for amaranth. Amaranth part 3/5
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Lewis and Clark: the Making of an Expedition
Lewis and Clark’s Corps of Discovery opened the American West up to expansion and settlement – but it all rested on the expert planning and preparation.
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Disappearance and Rediscovery of Khorasan Wheat
This video explores the journey and various names of Khorasan wheat, an ancient grain that has traveled across continents and acquired different monikers. It highlights the importance of preserving and protecting not just this grain, but...
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Where Quinoa Grows
Quinoa is a versatile and hearty crop that grows easily in low-nutrient soil. Peru and Bolivia produce most of the world's quinoa, but learn how this popular grain is spreading to other areas of the world and maybe even to outer space!...
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The Power of Herbal Medicine
This video provides an overview of herbal medicine, highlighting its historical and modern uses. It explores the potential benefits and challenges associated with herbal medicine, emphasizing its alternative status in modern medicine....