Twenty First Century Genetics owner and plant breeder Greg Fox is excited about a new spring wheat variety he has developed called Heartland. “We’re looking at a wheat variety with super stand ability and can be managed to get big yields, in the 100 bushel area, with high protein and a good test weight,” says Fox. “We also think it will have a good scab reaction.” Fox says the variety is special and he plans to patent the technology. “Patenting allows you to sell the seed on a certified seed only basis. It’s good for supporting a small breeding business like ours.” The variety is available spring 2020.
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