The Canadian Grain Commission (CDC) is adjusting mildew guidelines in western Canadian milling wheat classes.

This following a two-year study of the impact of mildew on the intrinsic quality of wheat.

The changes will allow for increased presence of mildew in the visual guides and standards and will have no impact on the quality of products made from Canadian wheat.

"The Canadian Grain Commission recognizes the impact mildew has on the bottom line for wheat producers. This science-based change will put money directly back into the pockets of Canadian producers, while maintaining the quality of wheat classes," said Jim Smolik, Acting Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Grain Commission.

New visual standards are currently being established to reflect increased mildew content in the wheat grades.

These changes will affect the following classes: Canada Western Red Spring, Canada Western Hard White Spring, Canada Western Amber Durum, Canada Western Red Winter, Canada Western Soft White Spring, Canada Western Extra Strong, Canada Prairie Spring White, Canada Prairie Spring Red, and Canada Northern Hard Red.