WAWG continues to seek relief for farmers affected by falling wheat numbers

In an effort to alleviate a burden on wheat producers, the Washington Association of Wheat Growers (WAWG) led the charge in requesting the Risk Management Agency (RMA) waive a reporting procedure when wheat farmers are hit with a low falling number discount at the elevator, regardless of whether or not a claim is filed.

WAWG is disappointed that RMA has denied this request.

“The falling number discount and its effect on a producer’s actual production history (APH) has been a growing concern in the Pacific Northwest,” said Michelle Hennings, executive director of WAWG. “We had hoped for immedia...