AncientGrisps may be used in such applications as cereal, snacks, energy bars and confectionery items.

Carryover estimated at 814 million bushels.

Visitors purchase about 60% of the nation’s annual wheat imports.

Total production forecast at 1.505 billion bushels.

New export duty goes into effect on July 1.

Project will increase capacity by 50% and add grain storage.

Perceived health benefits may keep the gluten-free market at levels similar to that for whole grains.

Company will start an extensive investment program at the crush, refinery site.

Company will reassess market requirements in the third quarter.

The facility produces 125 million gallons of ethanol per year.