Reasons cited included evidence of stripe rust, a fungal disease that flourishes in overly wet conditions, as well as winter kill, infestations of aphids and leftover drought stress.

Swart promoted to executive vice president.

Decline driven by stocks held on farms, which dropped 31%.

Company has dealt with ramifications of a product recall over the past month.

NASS data puts production at 6,122,000 cwts in January-March 2015

The 2015 figure was included in the first Flour Milling Products report issued May 1 by the by the NASS.

Honey provides functionality and clean label benefits as a sugar alternative.

BeneGrain initially will feature wheat flour and brown rice flour.

Many areas received enough rain to bolster soil moisture and promote better wheat development conditions.

The European Commission's ruling may lead to increased supply of the soybean oil, which does not require partial hydrogenation.