Fusarium

[ado089]

I agree somewhat but fus is gradded harder due to DON toxicity. If there is actually no DON then it would be downgraded on more utilitarian purposes. I understand the milling implications of lower uniformity, wrinkled bran and so on but I've seen years where 64lb feed wheat is bought and spun around to the mill. I believe grain should be bought and sold based on its fitness for its intended use. These are analytical measurements that are easy agreed upon and far more consistent than the grade 9 drop out grading at the elevator based on visual factors.

[ado089]

I agree somewhat but fus is gradded harder due to DON toxicity. If there is actually no DON then it would be downgraded on more utilitarian purposes. I understand the milling implications of lower uniformity, wrinkled bran and so on but I've seen years where 64lb feed wheat is bought and spun around to the mill. I believe grain should be bought and sold based on its fitness for its intended use. These are analytical measurements that are easy agreed upon and far more consistent than the grade 9 drop out grading at the elevator based on visual factors.

[ado089]

I agree somewhat but fus is gradded harder due to DON toxicity. If there is actually no DON then it would be downgraded on more utilitarian purposes. I understand the milling implications of lower uniformity, wrinkled bran and so on but I've seen years where 64lb feed wheat is bought and spun around to the mill. I believe grain should be bought and sold based on its fitness for its intended use. These are analytical measurements that are easy agreed upon and far more consistent than the grade 9 drop out grading at the elevator based on visual factors.