Azam Nikzad, market analyst/coordinating researcher with the Alberta government, says the advantage of using certified seed often justifies the higher upfront cost.

“Producers aim to optimize their choices by maximizing productivity and reducing production risk. The expectation is that these seeds will yield better and ultimately lead to increased revenue,” said Nikzad.

Over the past decade in Alberta, certified No. 1 wheat seed showed a general upward price trend until 2022, with an average annual increase of two per cent.

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