The Role of Georgian Endemic Wheat Species in Biodiversity of Wheat

Wheat is the most widespread and important crop in the world.In global food production, wheat culture firmly occupiesin first place and does not give up its position.Wheat is the only crop that fully meets human needs for nutrients necessary for the body.The wide range of essential amino acids in wheat ensures both physical and mental development of a person.Wheat is the most important source of plant proteins for human.Thanks to this significance, scientists of the world have created more than 40 thousand varieties that successfully serve the population of the world.Using Georgian wheat species and native varieties of soft wheat, world geneticists and breeders will be able to create new varieties of intensive wheat in the future, using modern methods.