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Looming changes to the CNHR class will likely dilute some of the current benefits of the varieties that currently call it home
The new system will fund both wheat variety development and Cigi, say the provincial wheat groups
The two organizations will remain independent but say their members can be better served by co-operating on administration
Farmers will have the option to cast their votes in advance through a mail-in or electronic ballot or in person at the association’s annual meeting
Farmers can get some valuable data about their wheat, and potentially help boost returns for the whole class
Fear of checkoff fatigue is driving the discussion about working together
Some farmers benefit from research without supporting it
Three of the association’s six director positions are also up for election
The product cannot be used on exports destined for the U.S. until maximum residue limits are established
