Archived - Deregistration of two Western wheat varieties in 2011
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WINNIPEG, May 26, 2009 – “Western wheat producers must know their seed and grow registered varieties if they want to obtain a top grade for their wheat deliveries,” says Chief Commissioner Elwin Hermanson.
“Wheat producers are also required to sign a declaration form at each licensed facility where they deliver, each year. By signing it, they declare that their wheat qualifies for a particular class,” explains Hermanson. “To play its part, the Canadian Grain Commission is committed to notifying producers on a timely basis when wheat varieties become deregistered, in order to help them make informed seeding choices.”
Therefore, the Canadian Grain Commission advises that the following wheat varieties belonging to the Canada Prairie Spring White (CPSW) class will be deregistered effective April 28, 2011:
- Snowhite 475
- Snowhite 476
This means that the Snowhite 475 and Snowhite 476 wheat varieties will be eligible for the top grade under the CPSW class until April 28, 2011. If wheat producers deliver either wheat variety at a licensed facility after deregistration, they will only obtain a feed wheat grade for their delivery.
All registered varieties of western Canadian wheat belong to a specific class. Varieties and classes are recorded in the Canadian Grain Commission’s variety designation lists. If a wheat variety does not appear on a list, it will be graded at the elevator as feed wheat or the lowest grade of amber durum.
To find out if their wheat varieties are listed, wheat producers can check the variety designation lists on the Canadian Grain Commission’s web site: www.grainscanada.gc.ca.
The Canadian Grain Commission is the federal agency responsible for establishing and maintaining Canada’s grain quality standards. Its programs result in shipments of grain that consistently meet contract specifications for quality, safety and quantity. The Canadian Grain Commission regulates the grain industry to protect producers’ rights and ensure the integrity of grain transactions.
Contact:
Norm Woodbeck
Acting Chief Grain Inspector of Canada
Canadian Grain Commission
Telephone: 204-983-2780
Email: norm.woodbeck@grainscanada.gc.ca