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Ancient Wheat Was a Warrior Plant That Fought to Survive

Photo: Tim Mossholder / Unsplash
Thousands of years ago, farmers didn't realize they were accidentally growing super-aggressive wheat plants that fought each other for sunlight and space! The plants that were best at competing took over the fields, developing special upright leaves and powerful growth to win the battle. Today, farmers have actually stopped wanting warrior wheat and now grow gentler plants instead—isn't it wild how nature changes?
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ScienceDaily
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