# item.guide
Side-by-Side Comparison Staple Grains & Cereals

Farro (Emmer Wheat) vs. Teff (Whole Grain)

Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 9 key differences identified.

Comparing:
Farro (Emmer Wheat)
Teff (Whole Grain)

Farro (Triticum dicoccum) is an ancient hulled wheat grain. Per 100g raw, it provides 340 kcal, 71.0g carbohydrates (10.5g fiber), 14.5g protein, and 2.5g fat with a low glycemic index of 45.

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Teff (Eragrostis tef) is an ultra-fine Ethiopian cereal grain. Per 100g raw, it delivers 367 kcal, 73.1g carbohydrates (8.0g fiber), 13.3g protein, 2.38g fat, and an extraordinary 180mg of calcium with a low glycemic index of 57.

View full Teff (Whole Grain) spec sheet →

Specification Comparison Table

10 Parameters
Parameter / Spec
Energy / Calories
340 kcal 367 kcal
Carbohydrates
71.0 g 73.1 g
Dietary Fiber
10.5 g 8.0 g
Net Carbohydrates
60.5 g 65.1 g
Protein
14.5 g 13.3 g
Total Fat
2.50 g 2.38 g
Glycemic Index (GI)
45 (Low) 57 (Low-Medium)
Water Content
11.0 g 8.8 g
Gluten Status
Contains Gluten Naturally Gluten-Free
Standard Water-to-Rice Ratio
3.0 : 1.0 (by volume) 3.0 : 1.0 (by volume)