Quinoa should be taking over the world. This is why it isn’t.

7/18/2013

In this article, the author explores the reasons why quinoa, a highly nutritious grain-like seed, has not become a staple food worldwide despite its many health benefits. The author argues that the limited production and high prices of quinoa have hindered its widespread adoption. Additionally, cultural factors and the dominance of other staple crops in certain regions have also played a role in the slow expansion of quinoa consumption. The article examines the economic and social implications of quinoa production and proposes potential solutions for increasing global accessibility to this nutritious food source.

quinoa ꞏ superfood ꞏ nutrition ꞏ food ꞏ agriculture ꞏ farming ꞏ world hunger ꞏ global food supply ꞏ dietary trends ꞏ healthy eating ꞏ plant-based protein ꞏ vegetarianism ꞏ environmental impact ꞏ sustainable agriculture ꞏ crop diversity ꞏ food security ꞏ food politics ꞏ international trade ꞏ south america ꞏ bolivian farmers ꞏ peruvian farmers ꞏ food culture ꞏ culinary trends ꞏ culinary traditions ꞏ indigenous crops ꞏ andean region ꞏ economic factors ꞏ cultural factors ꞏ food industry ꞏ food marketing ꞏ health trends ꞏ alternative grains ꞏ food sustainability ꞏ food accessibility ꞏ food affordability ꞏ agricultural practices ꞏ food production ꞏ food consumption ꞏ global cuisine ꞏ globalization ꞏ dietary habits ꞏ international food market ꞏ food chains ꞏ food distribution ꞏ poverty ꞏ indigenous communities ꞏ indigenous knowledge ꞏ traditional crops ꞏ plant-based diets ꞏ nutritional value ꞏ dietary recommendations