Protein Remains A Concern For Washington Wheat

According to the Washington Grain Commission, the state’s wheat harvest is largely complete, with yields generally above average despite localized frost and limited spring rainfall.  Many farms reported yields 20%-30% above average, though results ranged from 25 bushels an acre in dry, frost-affected areas to as high as 140 where June rains helped.  Generally speaking, Spring Wheat yields were weaker.

The Commission added protein remains a concern, ranging from 8%-11%, with the average running around 9%.  Recent showers improved fall seeding conditions, but also caused soil crusting as well as some winter-wheat replanting.  The Commission noted the moisture has also encouraged weeds that will require fall control.

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