Brown Teff is a highly nutritious, gluten-free grain native to Ethiopia, known for its high fiber, protein, and iron content. It is commonly used in traditional dishes like injera, as well as in baking and porridge. Brown Teff thrives in well-drained, fertile soil and full sun.
Planting season: Spring to early summer
Germination time: 7–14 days
Position: Full sun, well-drained, fertile soil
Days till maturity: 60–90 days
Plant height: Up to 60 cm
Growing instructions:
Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost, spacing them 5–10 cm apart. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Brown Teff grows best in fertile, well-drained soil, and minimal fertilization is required. Harvest when the seed heads are fully mature, and thresh to separate the seeds from the chaff.
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