Buckwheat is basically a plant that neither a grass nor a cereal and is not related to wheat. Buckwheat is a crop that grows extremely fast and starts producing seeds within 6 weeks. Russia and China lead the production of Buckwheat, followed by Ukraine and France. Buckwheat is a rich source of proteins, minerals and antioxidants making it a nutritional option. It is extremely popular in Eastern Europe and China and is used in making a wide variety of food items. The best part is that it is easy to grow and gives an excellent yield irrespective of the conditions.