What if I told you there was a grain that doesn’t have to be replanted every spring, that has roots growing 10-feet deep, taking in carbon and holding it deep in the soil, that helps prevent soil erosion and excess fertilizer from washing into our lakes--AND it makes a tasty beer.
In this episode, a look at the work behind an experimental batch of Kernza® beer at Karben4 Brewing in Madison that has the farming research world taking notice.
Host: Amy Barrilleaux
Guest: Joe Walts, Karben4 Brewing
Resources for You:
Taste the Change: Wisconsin Kenrnza®
Natural Climate Solutions: A path forward for Wisconsin's agricultural sector
Three cheers for climate beer!
Kernza® Crunch: The race to develop the world's first perennial grain crop