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Grain Grading Tools

Fusarium Damage (FUS DMG)


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Photograph of Fusarium-damaged kernels in a sample of Wheat, Canada Western Red Spring

Fusarium-damaged wheat is characterized by thin or shrunken chalk-like kernels, as shown in this sample of Wheat, Canada Western Red Spring.

Photograph of magnified Fusarium-damaged kernel of Wheat, Canada Western Red Spring

Fusarium-damaged kernels have a white or pinkish fibrous growth, as shown in this kernel of Wheat, Canada Western Red Spring. This growth may be visible only under magnification.


Do you have a grading question? To find an answer, contact

Louise Sartorio
Manager, Inspector Training and Development
Telephone: (204) 983-4500
Email: lsartorio@grainscanada.gc.ca


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Last updated: 2004-11-23

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