A small grains breeder at the University of Illinois says new studies show investment into wheat research is paying off. Dr. Jessica Rutkoski says modern wheat varieties are improving. “We’re every year getting better and better and through our breeding efforts the yield has been improving within our program by half a bushel per acre […]
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