DELAWARE, Ohio â U.S. agricultural exports account for one-third of gross farm income and millions of jobs in rural America. Brad Moffitt, Director of Market Development & Membership of Ohio Corn & Wheat (OCW), spent the first two weeks of November traveling South America to help open new markets for Ohio Soft Red Winter Wheat (SRW) farmers. By developing, maintaining and expanding international markets, OCW can enhance SRWâs profitability for U.S. wheat producers and its value for customers.
Moffitt, in partnership with U.S. Wheat Associates, met with current and potential buyers of U.S. SRW across Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Chile, to discuss the quality, availability and the field conditions used for production of the 2022 crop. Moffitt provided details on current products while building relationships and offering information on the upcoming 2023 planting season.
âWheat buyers, millers and bakers have a choice when it comes to sourcing Soft Red Winter Wheat, and the demand for Ohio SRW is high,â said Moffit. âBy building relationships in South America, Ohio farmers have the opportunity to grow their business and help feed the world.â
SRW is one of six classes of wheat in the U.S. and accounts for roughly 15% of the nationâs wheat product. Ohio is a national leader in the production of Soft Red Winter Wheat, producing almost 40 million bushels per year.
This class of wheat is commonly used to add value to the miller and baker as a blending wheat. The use of SRW can lower grist cost and improve the quality and appearance of products like cakes, cookies and crackers.
About Ohio Corn & Wheat
Ohio Corn & Wheat works to create opportunities for long-term Ohio corn and small grain grower profitability and houses two checkoffs and one membership-based organization. The Ohio Corn Checkoff and Ohio Small Grains Checkoff work to develop and expand markets, fund research and provide education about corn and wheat, respectively. The Ohio Corn & Wheat Growers Association is a membership organization advocating for supportive public policy on behalf of its farmer members.
For more information, visit ohiocornandwheat.org.
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