Alabama Wheat Production Guide Introduction Alabama farmers are interested in growing wheat for many reasons. Some see this crop as a means of improving their cash flow by providing income in late spring.
Wheat also adds flexibility to diversified farming operations.
It can be grown for grain only, for grazing plus grain, or strictly for grazing. Also, the grain can either be sold as a cash crop or fed to farm livestock. The benefits of using wheat in double-cropping situations are also attractive to many producers. Wheat can provide a second income from land devoted to summer row crops while simultaneously reducing winter erosion and nutrient losses. Site Selection Wheat can be successfully grown on a wide range of Alabama soils.