Native to South America, amaranth (Amaranthus caudatus) is prized for its nutty-tasting, protein-rich seeds that have sustained Indigenous cultures for thousands of years.
Kiwicha, once marginalized by Spanish colonizers in favor of European grains, has seen a resurgence in cultivation due to efforts by modern farmers and scientists.
Despite its decline under colonial rule, kiwicha remained part of Indigenous agricultural practices, illustrating the resilience of traditional crops in contemporary farming.
Primo Tarco Challco's farm, located in the San Salvador district, exemplifies the efforts to revive kiwicha cultivation, producing about 3,300 pounds of grain this year.
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