Value of Increasing Kernel Uniformity

Kernel uniformity is an important quality attribute that can now be measured at low cost. This study analyzes the profitability of sorting to increase wheat kernel uniformity. Nonlinear programming is used to sort grain loads to maximize flour yield by increasing uniformity of kernel size and kernel...

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Main Authors: Byung-Sam Yoon, B. Wade Brorsen, Conrad P. Lyford
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Western Agricultural Economics Association 2002-12-01
Series:Journal of Agricultural and Resource Economics
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Online Access:https://ageconsearch.umn.edu/record/31132