A number of the desired oil and meal traits are currently in the pipeline -- some further out than others. First in the pipeline are the low-linolenic and mid-to high-oleic varieties, followed by low-phytate, which is important for improved meal characteristics. The traits furthest in the pipeline are omega-3, mid-oleic low-saturates, higher metabolizable energy and finally amino acids.

Public and private breeders are constantly working on additional traits and/or combinations of these traits so the pipeline extends much further than what is pictured here.

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