The, hippest food out there now is chia seeds. Sure, they've always been fun in those Chia Pets, but somebody figured out that chia seeds are rich in omega-3 fats, protein, dietary fiber and antioxidants. And, that makes it trendy. Kardashian family trendy. Chia is native to South America, but the University of Kentucky has come up with a variety that can grow in the U.S. So, next spring, you might want to hold off on the corn and soy beans and plant chia in that 300 acre field.

I'd be calling that MSU Extension Office, right now, if I were you.

Here's the article from the Courier Journal in Louisville, Kentucky.

And if it's that healthy, think of how big it'll make deer antlers. Just saying.

 

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