Michael Gelchie replaces Ian McIntosh, who is retiring in September.

Study shows wait time, congestion make up 12%-58% of total.

FAO warns of upsurge and need for continued financial support.

It will process regular rice-based products and multi-functional waxy rice flours.

Findings further support increasing consumption as part of a healthy diet.

On-site storage to grow by 60%.

Higher protein seen in northern Kansas, and the soft wheat crop may be the best in years.

It is also offering testing of wafer batter on a pilot scale.

New USDA-NIFA award provides funding through 2023.

Farmers favored spring-planted crops due to weather concerns.