Focus of project is develop new varieties with high yield, flood tolerance and fusarium resistance.

Winter wheat planting slightly ahead of average.

Discovery paves the way for non-GMO breeding.

Closure is due to underutilization of the Memphis, Tennessee, U.S., plant.

Researchers in Australia and Italy identify durum with more xylan, a source of fiber.

Private sector will lead the projects, with government support.

Attendees will look to build relationships with U.S. suppliers and agribusinesses.

Total wheat production is estimated at 2.03 billion bushels.

Corn yield was forecast at 171.7 bushels an acre, up 12.9 bushels from 158.8 bushels an acre in 2013.

Spring wheat harvest lags in the six major states.