Barley is a highly adaptable cereal grain known for its rich nutritional profile and diverse applications in food, beverage, and industrial sectors. It has a high fibre content, particularly beta-glucan, which supports heart health and digestion.
Usage areas
- Food industry: Used in soups, stews, and as a base for barley flour in baking.
- Malt and beverage production: A primary ingredient in beer brewing and whiskey distillation.
- Animal feed: A key component in livestock and poultry feed due to its high fibre content.
- Health foods: Incorporated into functional foods for its cholesterol-lowering properties.
- Industrial applications: Used in fermentation processes and biofuel production.
Specification
- Purity: 98%
- Maximum moisture: <14%