European organic wheat in Swiss Bud flour

The poor grain harvest in 2021 due to the weather is having an impact on the supply of Swiss Bud wheat. This is why Bio Suisse has granted special authorization for a limited period to all millers. Until the end of August 2022, they will be able to grind up to 20% imported wheat while using Swiss Bud (photo Copyright Bio Suisse). Due to bad weather, Swiss agriculture recorded a historically poor cereal harvest in 2021, recalls the press release from Bio Suisse published on Wednesday March 30, before specifying that organic farming is also concerned, and particularly organic wheat. Despite an extension of the organic wheat area to around 7,300 hectares (+6.9% compared to 2020), the harvest fell by 30%. In order to compensate for the limited availability, Bio Suisse is granting special authorization for a limited period until August 31, 2022. This special authorization is granted to all mills. For milling, it is therefore authorized to use a maximum of 20% Bud wheat from European ...