In pre-Columbian times, the amaranth grain was one of the basic foodstuffs, which was almost as important as maize and kidney beans. This beautiful high and reddish plant was produced on thousands of hectares of land of the Aztecs, Incas and other cultures.

Without any doubt one of the most important characteristics of amaranth is its high nutritional value. Moreover, amaranth can be used not only as a cereal, but also as a vegetable or even as fodder.

Amaranth is a highly efficient crop that can prosper in adverse agro-climatic conditions such as drought, high temperatures and on saline soils.

The seed is very versatile and can be used to prepare different types of food. Besides, this product has considerable industrial potential, both for the food processing industry and for the elaboration of cosmetics, colorings and even biodegradable plastics.