Bimbo's growth from its humble start in Mexico 71 years ago reflects rapid growth prodded by committed leadership, a willingness to take risks and appreciation for the desire of a multitude of customers for the best quality.

Providing flour that matches the requirements of whatever product is being made by bakers or other customers long has been the pride of millers.

Would mark first time wheat flour exports have exceeded 16 million tonnes.

The Secretary of Agriculture nearly alone among the appointees who has had experience in government.

Major share goes to Mexico and Canada.

Suffice it to say that the partnership offered a real opportunity for American leadership among Pacific Basin nations, particularly to accomplish this with China looking on.

Food scanning is a vital part of any food marketing and production system, not just to assure safety and quality but to provide guidance for consumers.

The only food recommendations truly based on science are that if you eat too many calories you will gain weight, and if you exercise enough you may lose some.

Millers seeking to meet their bakery customers' quality requirements must search constantly for suitable supplies.

It would not be too great a surprise to see consideration being given to steps that might boost prices for wheat and other crops.