U.S. Wheat Associates has welcomed a strategic collaboration between Bioceres Crop Solutions Corp. and the Colorado Wheat Research Foundation to develop HB4® wheat for eventual U.S. commercialization.
"We recognize the opportunities this advancement in breeding technology will bring to U.S. wheat production," said Mike Spier, USW president and CEO.
Spier emphasized the importance of both organizations' commitment to the Wheat Industry Principles for Biotechnology Commercialization, which were jointly developed by USW and the National Association of Wheat Growers.
The partnership will involve joint development as the trait enters the wheat breeding pipeline in the United States.
"The continued open conversations ensure our customers know their concerns are being heard and that the U.S. wheat store will remain open to meet their desired preferences for wheat purchases," Spier said.
