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Introduction
Wheat varietal classification is the categorisation of wheat varieties into grades based on processing and end product quality. Wheat varietal classification together with wheat receival standards aims to deliver grain of consistent physical quality, processing performance and end-product quality to customers and end-users in a differentiated form (grades) allowing exporters (or traders) to optimise value capture from markets for the benefit of industry.
Historically AWB(I) has managed both activities as well as a number of support functions including the Late Maturing alpha -amylase (LMA) Steering Committee, laboratory accreditation and the ‘noodle expert’ sensory evaluation program.
With the changes in wheat marketing arrangements in Australia that were introduced on July 01, 2008, the GRDC has agreed to manage varietal classification. This is in line with the recommendation from the Wheat Industry Expert Group (IEG).
GRDC has already responded to the IEG recommendation through establishing a short-term transitional arrangement in partnership with AWB(I). This arrangement sees the current varietal classification processes continue on a ‘business as usual’ basis until December 31, 2008.
Having put the short term arrangement in place, GRDC is now considering models to achieve the oversight function as described and recommended by the IEG so that it can be incorporated in to wheat classification beyond December 2008.
Useful Links
AWB International Limited (AWBI) Wheat Varietal Classification Site
This page contains wheat varietal classification information during the transitional period agreed by the GRDC and AWBI.
Wheat Industry Expert Group (IEG)
The Governments wheat marketing policy included the establishment of an expert group to advise on the delivery of industry development functions under the new wheat marketing arrangements. This page outlines contains terms of reference, committee members, discussion papers, submissions, final reports and contacts.
National Agricultural Commodities Marketing Association (NACMA) Commodity Standards
The NACMA grain specifications or standards are a critical tool for anyone purchasing, selling, trading, broking or operating in the commercial grain industry. The NACMA grain specifications cover all grains, oilseeds, pulses and other related commodities.
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For further information contact:
Leecia Angus
Manager Wheat and Barley Breeding
Grains Research and Development Corporation
PO Box 5367
KINGSTON ACT 2604
02 6166 4500
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