Belgian wheat contains too little protein

This year, the protein levels in Belgian wheat are very low. The grain collectors therefore want the nitrogen use standards broadening. The low protein levels are caused by the tightening of nitrogen standards, according to Synagra, the Belgian association of grain collectors. In studies from Denmark it was shown that the protein levels in wheat and barley declined from 11.5% in 1990 to 8.5% in 2012. “This resulted in an increase of soy for the feed sector during this period, costing the