Following a comprehensive evaluation, the Canadian Grain Commission has determined that 5 varieties of Canada Western Red Spring wheat will be reassigned to the Canada Northern Hard Red wheat class. Scientific trials showed that gluten strength in these varieties was too low to meet the expectations of customers of Canadian wheat, and was reducing the overall quality of the Canada Western Red Spring wheat class.
Effective August 1, 2021, the following varieties will be reassigned to the Canada Northern Hard Red wheat class:
- AAC Redwater
- AC Domain
- Muchmore
- Vesper
- 5605 HR CL
The Canadian Grain Commission is providing 3 years public notice before these changes come into effect, to give producers time to clear existing stocks and the opportunity to market these varieties while still assigned to the Canada Western Red Spring class.
The decision to reassign these varieties is based on a thorough evaluation of data collected during trials conducted across the three prairie provinces over two crop years. Each of the varieties was assessed for gluten strength relative to established benchmarks for the Canada Western Red Spring wheat class, and it was determined that these varieties do not meet the necessary quality parameters to remain in their current class.
The Canadian Grain Commission is committed to maintaining the quality of premium milling classes of wheat, such as Canada Western Red Spring. By ensuring that all varieties within the class meet specific quality parameters, we are helping to maintain Canada’s reputation as a consistent supplier of high quality milling wheat, and ensuring Canadian producers are able to realize the benefits of growing premium classes.
Source : Canadian Grain Commission