Increased Environmental Benefits of Wheat Production

The U.S. wheat industry is touting its sustainability story. A study conducted by U.S. Wheat Associates, National Association of Wheat Growers and National Wheat Foundation considered wheat farming practices from 1978 to 2018. The research found greenhouse gas emissions are down by one-third due to precision agriculture and a more prescriptive use of fertilizers. Energy use declined nearly 60 percent because of improvements in fuel efficiency and reduced tillage. Soil erosion declined 60 percent. The comprehensive Life Cycle Assessment was conducted by researchers at Texas A&M University and Colorado State University.