In this episode of Wheat’s On Your Mind, Aaron Harries sits down with Brandy and Dr. Chris Miller, the dynamic husband-and-wife team behind Tritica Biosciences. Based near Manhattan, Kansas, their precision biotechnology startup is revolutionizing how wheat germ is used—especially in the realm of cell-free protein synthesis. From humble beginnings in a barnhouse lab to a $29 million ARPA-H-backed project, the Millers share their inspiring entrepreneurial journey and explain how Kansas wheat is playing a surprising role in pharmaceutical development. Listeners will hear how Tritica Biosciences is turning wheat germ into a platform for creating proteins like insulin—right on site and without the need for traditional fermentation. This episode dives deep into wheat science, biotechnology, and the future of rural innovation, all while keeping things relatable for producers, processors, and ag-minded audiences. Whether you're in the lab or out in the field, this is a story that proves the power of wheat goes far beyond the bread aisle.