Sharbati wheat is a variety of atta indigenous to the Sehore and Vidisha regions of Madhya Pradesh. The black alluvial soil of these areas aids its optimal growth. Each grain of sharbati is heavier than other kinds of wheat grains and has a golden glossy look, hence it is called the golden grain. Interestingly, it possesses a sweet taste which is why it has been named sharbati.
The best sharbati crop is cultivated in the rabi season. It contains higher protein as compared to several other wheat varieties, making it the favoured choice for most households in terms of its taste, quality and other health-associated features. The dough prepared from this atta remains soft, locking in moisture and freshness even after refrigeration.