Canadian rye, triticale receive new tolerance standards for export
By Amanda Brodhagen, Farms.com
The Canadian Grain Commission released a statement on Wednesday saying that there have been new roughage tolerances for exports of triticale, which will take effect July 1 in Eastern Canada and Aug 1 in Western Canada. Prior to this announcement, there were no requirements on tolerances for roughage.
At a recent meeting held in April, the two committees from Eastern and Western Canada outlined some guidelines for tolerance. The recommendations include –0.1% total small seeds, attrition and roughage for triticale and rye. Additionally, both committees also pledged to continue collaborating on grading projects.
The Canadian Grain Commission operates as a federal government agency that manages the country’s grain quality standards, while the Eastern and Western committees provide recommendations to the commission and are comprised of producers, processors and exporters. More information about the commission can be found visiting: http://www.grainscanada.gc.ca/oggg-gocg/ggg-gcg-eng.htm.