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U.S. Wheat Associates
International Trade and Development
Arlington, Virginia 4,917 followers
Dependable people. Reliable wheat.
About us
U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) is the export market development organization for the U.S. wheat industry. USW promotes the reliability, quality and value of all six U.S. wheat classes to wheat buyers, millers, bakers, food processors and government officials in more than 100 countries around the world. Its mission is to “Develop, maintain, and expand international markets to enhance wheat’s profitability for U.S. wheat producers and its value for their customers.” Funding is made possible through checkoff dollars, goods and services from 17 state wheat commissions and cost-share grants from the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service. USW does not buy, sell nor process wheat; we do help make it easier for everyone else who does. USW proudly represents the hard-working farm families that produce enough wheat every year to fill American tables, while still supplying a substantial share of world wheat trade.
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http://www.uswheat.org
External link for U.S. Wheat Associates
- Industry
- International Trade and Development
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Arlington, Virginia
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1980
- Specialties
- milling, wheat, export, promotion, trade, baking, food, and international
Locations
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3103 10th Street North
Suite 300
Arlington, Virginia 22201, US
Employees at U.S. Wheat Associates
Updates
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U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) China Country Director Shirley Lu and Technical Specialist Ting Liu recently led a team of managers and buyers from China Oil and Foodstuffs Corporation (COFCO) on a visit to the Pacific Northwest to explore new wheat food products. Watch this brief video to learn more about the visit . . . https://lnkd.in/ghw_EiCV
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Congratulations to Dr. Awika and the entire K-State Grain Science team from your friends at U. S. Wheat Associates!
Joseph Awika named department head of grain science and industry After an extensive national search, the K-State College of Agriculture has announced that Joseph Awika has accepted the position of head of Department of Grain Science and Industry (K-State) and director of the International Grains Program Institute (IGP Institute). Awika, an internationally renowned food scientist also will serve as director of the Food Science Institute. Awika will start on August 18. "I am looking forward to working with Dr. Awika and supporting him to implement his forward-looking vision for the department," said Ernie Minton, Kansas State University's Eldon Gideon dean of the College of Agriculture and director of K-State Research and Extension. "Joe is known internationally for his excellence in research and in the classroom. His experience will build upon and grow our world-renowned programs in grain and food sciences. "I have no doubt he will carry forward the tradition of excellence for all three of these organizations and continue accelerating the momentum the university has as we begin building the Global Center for Grain and Food Innovation," Minton said. "I also want to thank Dr. Hulya Dogan for her leadership and dedication serving as interim department head during the past two years," Minton added. Awika joins K-State from Texas A&M University, where he has been the department head of that university's department of food science and technology. He earned his undergraduate degree at Egerton University, Kenya, and a doctoral degree in food science and technology from Texas A&M.
Joseph Awika named department head of grain science and industry
k-state.edu
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Weekly Harvest Report The 2024 Hard Red Winter Wheat Tour hosted by the Wheat Quality Council wrapped up this week with scouts predicting a 290.4-million-bushel Kansas crop; for updates follow #wheattour24 on social media. The HRW harvest is progressing with test cutting expected in Oklahoma this weekend. In Alabama, 2% of the SRW crop is now harvested. Planting of the HRS and durum crops continues apace. SW in the Pacific Northwest remains in good to excellent condition.
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Follow #wheattour24 for updates! Crop Scouts Will Put Their Boots in Kansas Wheat Fields This Week (dtnpf.com)
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U.S. Wheat Associates reposted this
🚢 Did You Know? 🌊 Ocean-going vessels play a vital role in transporting our grain from the Pacific Northwest to Asian markets, ensuring the world stays nourished. Here are some fascinating facts about these mighty ships: 1. Capacity: These vessels can carry an impressive amount of grain, with some capable of holding over 70,000 metric tons in a single voyage. That's approximately 2,800 semi-trucks hauling grain! 2. Distance: The journey from the Pacific Northwest to Asian markets can span thousands of miles, with vessels spending around 2 to 3 weeks traversing the ocean. 3. Efficiency: Despite their massive size, modern vessels are equipped with advanced technology and streamlined processes to ensure timely and efficient delivery of grain to its destination. United Grain is proud to work with these ocean giants to bring grains and oilseeds to markets around the world. 🌍🌾 #OceanShipping #PacificNorthwestGrain #UnitedGrain #UnitedForSuccess #GrainShips #CargoVessels
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U.S. Wheat Associates reposted this
We, the organizers- U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC), U.S. Grains Council and U.S. Wheat Associates- are excited to share the key highlights of the AG Supply Chain Asia conference which took place in Bangkok, Thailand from March 18 – 20, 2024. A record turnout of 370 participants joined us from 20 countries to hear from and engage with a diverse panel of experts addressing the outlook for U.S. agriculture, the current supply chain infrastructure on global trade and sustainability in agribusiness. Jim Sutter, USSEC Chair, Sukanya Sirikeratikul, Benito Oliveros, Hanh Tran, Richard Heng, Ibnu Wiyono, Noe Noe Lwin #USSEC #USDA #USGrainsCouncil #USWheatAssociates #USSoy #SustainableAgriculture
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U.S. wheat as the primary ingredient in blueberry muffins - where do we sign up?!! A team from China sponsored by U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) has been at the Wheat Marketing Center (WMC) in Portland to learn about the six different classes of U.S. wheat and the science of baking. Along with the art of making blueberry muffins from scratch (see WMC's photo included here), the Chinese End Product Collaborative team has been expertly guided by WMC staff, including Operations Manager Liman Liu . . .
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U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) and National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) shared a booth at this week's Washington Watch "Issues Forum" hosted by the National Association of Farm Broadcasters (NAFB). USW Director of Trade Policy Peter Laudeman had several discussions with members of the ag media during the event. Questions largely centered around the challenging environment for U.S. wheat exports over the last two years, and what the future holds. Laudeman fielded questions about the broader opportunity for gene editing regulations and research - new technologies that have potential for higher and more stable wheat yields in the U.S. that could bring a change in global export competitiveness. Laudeman also discussed the recent USDA announcement of $1B in funding for international food assistance, a portion of which will purchase U.S.-grown wheat for international humanitarian donations . . . .
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This is an important look at the challenges and opportunities of the U.S. wheat industry: https://lnkd.in/d8ViMBvU
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