By Scout Nelson
Kansas wheat production and the state’s grain supply chain were highlighted during a recent visit by a group of South Korean milling professionals participating in a U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) program. The visit combined advanced milling education at Kansas State University with tours of key wheat industry operations across the state.
One of the tour stops was the farm of Kansas wheat producer Justin Knopf near Gypsum. The visit provided participants with a firsthand look at wheat production practices and the role Kansas farmers play in supplying global markets.
The South Korean team attended an advanced milling course at the IGP Institute on the Kansas State University campus in Manhattan. The program was designed to help mill production managers improve milling efficiency and enhance flour extraction rates through technical training and hands-on experience.
Participants also completed practical exercises at the Hal Ross Flour Mill, where they learned modern milling techniques and strategies to improve production performance. The training provided valuable knowledge that can be applied directly at their facilities in South Korea.
After completing the course, the group toured several parts of the Kansas grain supply chain, including wheat farms, grain elevators and commercial milling facilities. The visits helped participants better understand how U.S. wheat is produced, handled and transported to international markets.
The experience highlighted the scale, technology and efficiency of Kansas wheat production while strengthening relationships between U.S. wheat suppliers and international customers. Industry leaders noted that expanding export demand benefits wheat growers across Kansas and supports the long-term success of the U.S. wheat industry.
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Categories: Kansas, Crops, Wheat