However, without producer declarations this could not work since visual identification of varieties does not exist in France. Although inspection procedures vary considerably, the surveying agencies in France have been effective in maintaining some control of overall wheat quality. National Inspection None. Varietal Control Release of varieties is subject to approval by the government. Criteria for release include both agronomic and quality factors.
Grain is segregated by variety or by categories of varieties and is sold on that basis.
No varietal standards. Cleaning Incentives such as contract requirements, resale of screenings and a desire to reduce storage problems, mean that cleaning systems are adequately utilized by the handling elevators. Conditioning of grain is done at the first point of sale. Wheat, as an example, is generally clean at the farm level due to good weed control and proper combine adjustment. Blending Limited on-farm storage reduces blending capability.