Winnipeg - Canadian Grain Commission - The Canadian Grain Commission is updating the way peas and lentils are graded to ensure that Canada continues to provide buyers with a superior product. Effective August 1, 2019, only registered varieties of peas and lentils will be eligible for No. 1 Canada, the highest grade available for Canadian crops.
In previous years, the Canadian Grain Commission exempted peas and lentils from variety registration requirements to allow producers to take advantage of new varieties that were not yet registered. The majority of the peas and lentils grown in Canada have now completed the variety registration process and exemption is no longer necessary.
By growing registered varieties, farmers ensure that Canada maintains a competitive advantage by producing high quality crops with consistent end-use properties.
Source : Government Of Canada