The University of Minnesota released a new spring wheat variety called MN-Torgy. The breeding destination is MN 14205-7. It crosses Linkert, 01S0377-6 and Sabin. According to the University of Minnesota, the variety shows high yields and medium protein levels. Disease resistance is good, in particular for bacterial leaf streak and offers a moderate resistance to scab. The variety’s straw strength is moderate. The new variety is named for David Torgerson, the former executive director of Minnesota Wheat.
