Barley: types and agricultural benefits

Barley is a key crop, the fourth largest cereal crop in the world. This versatile grain is widely used for flour and cereals, as an important component of feed for livestock and poultry, and as an indispensable ingredient in the brewing industry.

That's why barley price is of interest to both farmers and producers, as well as intermediaries and brokers, representatives of trading companies. The Glendeal platform offers quick access to such information. This is the first Ukrainian agromarketplace that helps to conveniently and safely conclude profitable deals for the sale of agricultural products. Thanks to free access to the platform's key functions, every farmer can open new horizons for the sale of crops.

Barley varieties and their characteristics

Barley is most often classified by the winter season of the crop, dividing it into three main types: winter, semi-winter, and spring.

Winter varieties are sown in the fall. If sowing is carried out in the spring, there is a high probability that the plant will not be able to form an ear in the summer. Semi-winter varieties, or the so-called “two-armed barley”, are morphologically similar to winter varieties. However, even they are not able to provide a high yield when sown in the spring.

Spring varieties are sown directly into open ground in the spring. This variety is most often chosen by Ukrainian farmers, as it is unpretentious, resistant to low temperatures and able to grow even in difficult climatic conditions. In addition, it is distinguished by stable yields, which makes it the leading option for cultivation in our country.

Benefits of barley

This crop attracts Ukrainian farmers due to its advantages. Among the main ones, it is worth noting:

• a wide range of uses - grain is suitable for brewing, the production of cereals and animal feed, and straw is actively used in animal husbandry;
• early harvest - barley ripens faster than most other grain crops, which makes it possible to distribute the load during the harvest;
• soil enrichment - after harvesting, a large amount of organic residues remain, which improve soil fertility and structure.

Barley is a popular crop with high potential. And the Glendeal platform will help you easily sell your harvest on both domestic and international markets, providing the most favorable sales conditions.