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A new study has identified a novel genetic locus in a commonly used agricultural wheat that provides significant resistance to Fusarium Head Blight, and the resistance has been successfully transferred to hybrids.

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Millers and stakeholders in the UK came together last week to discuss the industry, noting that the nation is becoming increasingly self-sufficient in flour production following a decade of investment.

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A new agricultural study has found microplastics and nanoplastics in wheat tissue, sparking concerns for both reduced plant growth and human safety.

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U.S. Wheat Associates is celebrating 60 years of collaboration in Taiwan, highlighting decades of relations between U.S. wheat growers and Taiwanese millers.

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Philippine millers and bakers have signed agreements to adopt the American Quality Wheat Seal to mark products in the country made with over 75% U.S. wheat.

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Star of the West Milling Company is partnering with Improvin’, a Swedish technology company, releasing a digital platform dedicated to grower programs and sustainability data management.

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Thirty bakers from various segments of the Egyptian food industry underwent training on using U.S. hard red spring wheat for baking, including breads, baguettes, croissants, donuts, pizza crusts and other products.

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A U.S. Wheat Associates team got to experience the complexities of Taiwan's milling and baking industries, as well as how they are supported by high quality U.S. wheat.

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Scientists at Rothamsted Research have successfully created wheat with dramatically reduced levels of asparagine, a likely carcinogen, without effecting yield.

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An international team is making massive strides in mapping wheat biology, opening the door to finer control for modifying the crop's stress response, grain development and yield-related traits.

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An international team is making massive strides in mapping wheat biology, opening the door to finer control for modifying the crop's stress response, grain development and yield-related traits.

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Researchers have identified a gene in rye that provides near-immunity resistance to stripe rust without affecting key wheat agronomic traits.

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U.S. wheat farmers traveled to South Korea and Taiwan to get a firsthand look at how their products are used, from noodles to bakeries, highlighting the importance of American wheat in the global supply chain.

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Research is ongoing on a gene that prompts wheat to triple its output, potentially opening the door to gene editing not only to increase production, but also to increase pest resistance in high-starch crops.

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On #AgDay26, we are incredibly grateful to the growers and producers who feed our nation through their hard work and dedication. This year's Ag Day highlights the 250 years of American agricultural progress we benefit from every day.

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The International Grains Council predicts a four year low in global flour markets, with world total grains output projected to drop by 2% in 2026-2027.

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The North American Millers’ Association's 2026 Spring Conference attracted a record number of attendees this year, bringing together the entire milling value chain.

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Oklahoma State University has released a new purple wheat variety that features added health benefits along with improved taste, according to some consumers.

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USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke Lindberg led a trade mission to Guatemala and El Salvador this week, opening dialogs between USW members and key flour milling customers.

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VICTAM Asia & Health & Nutrition Asia 2026 are less than a week away, with professionals in the animal feed, flour, and grain processing industries gearing up to connect and collaborate.

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