USDA-ARS scientist explores causes of low falling numbers
An irony of Ashley
Cannon’s career is that her
goal of becoming an astronaut returned her to earth to
investigate some of the most
basic mechanisms of plant
biochemistry.
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Barley begins its Washington comeback
Breeding program to focus on developing varieties for malting industry.
It’s getting better all the time
WSU winter wheat breeder Dr. Arron Carter reflects on his time leading the breeding program and looks toward beginning his next decade of working with farmers to solve problems.
Washington Small Grains – Inspection and Export
Grain Inspectors with the United States Department of Agriculture and the Washington State Department of Agriculture ensure grain that is exported meets our customers needs for quality and consistency.
Washington Small Grains – Transportation
A robust transportation network affords Washington small grain farmers the ability to move grain to export facilities efficiently and competitively by rail and along the Snake/Columbia Rivers.
Washington Small Grains – Harvest
With some of the world’s most unique landscape, Washington wheat and barley farmers utilize some of the most advanced technology to harvest some of the country’s most fertile land for wheat. Take a look at the combines and other farm equipment while marveling at Washington’s beautiful landscape.
Washington Small Grains – Seeding
World class research provides world class seeds for Washington wheat and barley farmers. Combined with state of the art technology and farming practices creates the world standard for farming small grains.
Washington Small Grains – Research and Breeding
Take a closer look into the research and breeding programs that make Washington’s wheat and barley a cut above.
Farmers can access aid with natural disaster designation
Details on the USDA drought designation for 14 Washington counties from the Washington Association of Wheat Growers.
U.S. Wheat-Stories from the Wheat Farm
Technology in the form of virtual meetings, have been a lifesaver at the Washington Grain Commission during the pandemic. But as a re-placement for face-to-face interactions with our overseas customers, it’s a pale substitute. We have done our best to pivot during the quarantine, with our office and our national export organization, U.S. Wheat Associates, …