Abstract: West of the Cascades, alternative grains are tumbling towards the spotlight. Momentum builds with each planting, conversation, and pancake flipped. What can buckwheat, millet, amaranth, and quinoa reveal about the path forward? Zooming out, what roles can food and agriculture play in growth on the individual and community level? Participatory research like crop variety trials demonstrate relationships of observation and understanding that contain vital inspiration for anyone willing to engage.
